IWB

=INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARDS =

What is an interactive whiteboard?
An interactive whiteboard (IWB) is a large interactive display that connects to a computer and projector. A projector projects the computer’s desktop onto the board’s surface, where users control the computer using a pen, finger or other device. The board is typically mounted to a wall or on a floor stand.

How can I use an interactive whiteboard in my classroom?

 * Project digital learning objects or interactive games for students to interact with.

Where can I see some examples of how to use them?

 * [|IWB Showcase] - Case studies and research around IWB use in schools
 * [|IWB at Baranduda] - A video demonstrating a variety of strategies used by primary teachers at Baranduda Primary School
 * [|IWB and Digital Learning Objects]- A video discussing how interactives are used to engage students at Wodonga Primary School

How can I get started?

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= IWB ACTIVITIES Ready to go! || Find a range of ready-made interactive activities at these great sites:
 * [|DigiLearn] - interactive learning objects and digital resources such as images, audio and video (more info)
 * [|Fun Brain] - 57 interactive games searchable by domain, age level or keyword
 * [|I Know That] - Categorised activities in Numeracy, Literacy (Language Arts), Thinking and more
 * [|Online Stopwatch] - Essential tools such as stopwatch, egg timer and calculator
 * [|Topmarks]- Teaching resources for IWB searchable by subject and age group
 * [|Crickweb]- Interactive resources and games for primary students ||
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=  Designing your own activities   || Find ideas for creating your own interactive activities and ready-made activities at these sites
 * [|Easiteach]- download easiteach lessons and get ideas for creating your own
 * [|Smartboard] - wide range of lessons from Australia and other countries also includes Lesson activity toolkit to assist you in creating your own lessons ||