· Are there any classroom areas that lend themselves more to use of interactive boards or are not good fits, why, what is your evidence?
I think that SMART Boards can be used in any subject area. I feel that the younger the students, the more beneficial the board. The board creates more hands-on experiences for students, which younger kids need. I do feel like math and science are areas where the board is less of a benefit. I think students should use actual manipulatives in math and in science, I feel like students should do experiments. I do, however think that these lessons could be started with a SMART Board lesson and then moved into the experiment or hands on math lesson.
Create a brief lesson - 2 to 3 pages using the notebook software of one of the products you explored. Add images or clip-art and text.
See attached
Share your experience and the notebook file or screen captures of your exploration.
· What was difficult to use? What was easy to use?
I did not have difficultly with any of the lesson because I am very experienced with Notebook software. I have taken many classes specific to notebook software and have learned many of the tricks.
· How would use of the notebook software benefit student learning?
I feel that notebook software and the SMART Board engages students so much more than teaching without it. All my students pay more attention to the lesson and are eager to come have a turn manipulating something on the board.
