Throughout the coarse of this class (technology in education), we have used the smart board. The smart board is a great tool and provides students with an interactive way of learning with the use of technology. The smart board is not the only classroom device that has benefits. The Activ Board is another tool some schools use.
I read an article entitled, "Promethean ActiveBoard Review," that discuss the postive and negative aspects of the interactive whiteboard. The author talked about how there are several postive aspects to the whiteboard. The Activ Pen is easy to set up and calibrate. Its also solid and durable so students are able to touch the screen without fear of damage. It also is a great tool because there are 1,000 of premade lesson plans that come with the kit.
There are only two negative aspects to owning the whiteboard. It can be expensive to for the buyer. Not only in the intial purchase, but also mainting the product. It also isn't touch sensitive like the Smart Board. Students are required to use the Activ pen to be able to write on the board.
Based on the article I read, I still feel that the Smart board is a better purchase for schools. The only major difference I have noticed in the size modification that can happen with the activ board. The Smart Board is touch sensitive which is a very useful element that I have appreciated since I have started learning how to use it.
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