Wednesday, 3 June 2009

Benefits of using Interactive Whiteboards

So why is it good to use IWBs? Here are some benefits of using the new technology in the classroom.

Benefits for the students:

1. Get students communicating and interacting
2. Suit a variety of learning styles
3. Motivate and engage students
4. Increase attention span and improve focus
5. Facilitate knowledge retention

Benefits for the teachers:

1. Reduce preparation time
2. Give freedom and flexibility in preparing the materials
3. Reinvigorate teachers who see how their students are enthusiastic and motivated
4. The possibilities given by the new technology motivate teachers to try out new approaches and inspire them to innovate their teaching

Benefits for classroom interaction:

1. Help change classroom dynamics
2. Introduce the fun and games element
3. Move the classes towards a student-centred approach