First we used chalkboards, then came whiteboards, and now classrooms are using SMART Boards. A Smart Board is an interactive whiteboard that uses touch detection for user input in the same way as normal computer-like devices. Smart Boards allow students to get hands on with their learning, and it's a great tool for them to begin sharing information. A teacher can use its features to share their lessons and get feedback on multiple screens when using the board. The smart board is a great example of how we keep innovating technology to enhance education.
During my years in school, teachers began using SMART boards around my 8th grade year. At first I thought they were so cool because you could draw on them like a white board. I think this tool is great for teachers, but just like with all technology, there are hiccups that come along with it. From my experience, it can be very glitchy and you don't quite know what's going to happen. With that being said, I think it's a great tool for teachers to use in elementary classrooms because students can interact with it.
Check out this article about SMART boards in the classroom!
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