iBooks- Chapter 1

      I thought Chapter 1 of this book was super helpful. I don't have much experience with using the interactive white boards, so I was a little uncertain about my ability to do anything on it. This chapter was a great introduction to what they are all about and what they can be used for. I thought it was cool that they didn't just say that the white board is beneficial, but they back it up with research. Using the white boards improved student's literacy, mathematics, and science. However, this was only if the interactive white boards were used effectively and consistently. It said that there was little effect on students who are lower achievers, but I think I disagree. I have seen interactive white boards used in several resource and CDCA classrooms and the kids love it. It makes learning fun and interactive (obviously). They are more interested in what it going on and more willing to participate. It also helps with students with visual impairments because it makes everything much bigger. I thought it was good that they addressed some challenges that could occur. I am sure I will run into some challenges and now I know that some of those challenges are completely normal. I learned a lot in this chapter and feel much more confident about using the white boards.