We just got our first two real Smart boards in November (I'm a little embarrassed to say that). We also have a older Mimio (that one teacher really likes!). I like the Smart boards, and so do the teachers who have them, but I am not terribly impressed with the software that runs them. A little confusing, stuff changes too much when there are updates, and it seems to hang up too often. I do like the touch-sensitive nature of the Smart boards (you can use your fingers), as opposed to the Prometheans where you have to use the pen. But, I'm more impressed with the Promethean software. We also have the Senteo "clickers" (instant-response system), and they're cool too, but again, the Promethean ones seem better to me.
My general opinion is that there is nobody in any classroom that couldn't benefit from an interactive whiteboard. I love to demonstrate tech stuff with one, and control everything just by touching the board. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712-272-3324 --- iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 MSN: limbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Sarah Freking Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 4:00 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room I'd like to hear thoughts about smart boards. Who has them, which ones, and what do you think? Sarah M. Freking, District Technology Director Storm Lake Community School District Storm Lake, IA 50588 Phone: 712-732-8100 Fax: 712-732-8101 info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us writes: While I can see the coolness with flatscreens and the overlay, to me that is a limited size for showing an entire classroom. The more and more that I watch people use the smart board idea, or the overlay in this case, the more and more I like the interactive wireless tablets. Maybe I am missing something with the flatscreens that can't be solved with a super-bright projector. As far as the rest of the ideas, the only other thing that I would question would be the netbook over a full-powered notebook. Can a netbook keep up doing the pod/vodcasts or are there limitations? Just my techie view. Jeremy _____ From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Henn, Layne Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 3:36 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Cc: nwaeat...@nwaea.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room I want to start a discussion. Something to think about before you go home tonight J If we started a reality show called *~P!mp my Cla$$room~* and you folks were the ones decking it out.. What would you put in it??? Here's mine - 2- 52" flatscreens (1080i) 1 with smart overlay Document Camera - Pick your brand.. Netbooks for every student with SmartSync software Audio Enhancement system Flip HD camera's for video podcasting lessons and classroom activities. Wireless (obviously) n Let's not forget the Ongoing Professional Development and personal lesson design consultant ++ Should I think bigger? Layne A. Henn 712.224.7423 forsignature
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