- Braeview PS - IWB Integration (Sth Aust)
- MP3s, photos and documents that provide an overview of the integration of IWBs in Braeview PS in South Australia.
Becta IWB Research (UK)- Some research results.
Dr Trudy Sweeney's IWB Preso (PPT)- A PPT presentation that summariises some of the academic thinking and practical research about IWB technologies, pedagogies and successful curriculum integration.
Durham University (UK)- Smith et al (2006) conclude that "IWBs appear to be having some impact on the discourse moves used in whole class teaching, but this impact is not as extensive as that claimed by the advocates of IWBs. Lessons which used IWBs had a faster pace and less time was spent on group work."
Education Research at Keele- A collection of research papers relating to the introduction of IWBs in a school environment. Some detailed info on use in the Maths faculty.
ePotential (Victoria)- Some discussion about IWB effectiveness.
Interactive Plasma Screens- Transportable, adjustable, no projector, no wall, and no installation required. Developed for use with students with special needs, this technology has the potential to make IWBs obsolete in all classrooms.
IWB - Wikipedia- Overview of IWB information.
IWBs in Education (UK)- The authors have provided this site to "inform and explain what an IWB is and what role they play in education today. Throughout this website the aim is to acknowledge whether or not technology does change learning."
Johnny Lee's Wii Hacks (US)- The demo that started it all! Creating an IWB environment using a Wii remote.
See also:
- Johnny Chung Lee's website
- Johnny Lee's YouTube Demo
- Wazza's DIY info
Journal Reviews (UK)- Two short reviews of IWB research undertaken by Shenton et al (2007), From bored to screen, and Smith et al (2006), Impact of IWBs.
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- Panaboard Drivers
- Panasonic IWB drivers for Mac and Win.
Promethean Planet- All sorts of resources for Promethean IWBs, including the latest software updates.
Promethean World- More Promethean stuff.
Open Whiteboard- Open source development of IWB software.
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- 42 Interesting IWB Activities
- Worth having a browse for some ideas for use in your classroom.
Birmingham City Council (UK)- Some neat activities for use with an IWB. categorised for age and KLA.
Dudley IWB Resources (UK)- Range of activities & resources.
Ideal Resources (Aust)- Maths and literacy resources for IWB activities.
IWBs in the Classroom (Florida)- Links to tutorials, suppliers, software, etc.
IWB - How to (UK)- Teaching tips for the use with an IWB in the classroom.
IWB Net (Aust)- Lots of resources for IWB users.
IWB Resources (UK)- Shared IWB resources from teachers. All the resources have been contributed freely by their creators and may be used freely within educational establishments.
IWB Teacher Learning Community- A wiki for educators to share ideas about best practice.
Jimmy Edson's Links (Aust)- Links to research and ideas relating to the implementation of IWBs in Australian schools.
Jumbo Calculator- A calculator that will fill your screen/IWB.
Kent NGfL (UK)- A variety of IWB resources from the Kent National Grid for Learning.
School Zone (UK)- Software evaluations, resources, articles, IWBs by subject area and a web resources guide.
TopMarks (UK)- Wide range of IWB resources across various KLAs.
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- IWB Options
- Some alternative (and cheaper) options to provide an "interactive" environment.
Promethean- "Hard" boards that require a stylus.
Smart (Electroboard)- "Soft" boards that respond to finger touch.
2Touch Interactive Whiteboards (Aust)- Turn any steel whiteboard into a touch-sensitive IWB.
EDUSS- Suppliers of "hard" boards and Easiteach IWB software.
Empowered Learning- Australian distributors of Promethean equipment.
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