http://www.smarttech.com/

What exactly is a Smartboard?

SMARTboards are interactive whiteboards that connect to a computer and projector.

SMARTboards were originally introduced in 1991

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• The computer’s desktop is projected on the board and controlled by applying pressure from your finger, marker, or eraser.

Smartboards can be used for energizing lessons and motivating students.

The touch-sensitive display connects to your computer and digital projector to show your computer image.

Basically your finger becomes your mouse and allows you to control computer applications directly from the display, write notes in digital ink, insert diagrams, link to websites and save your work.

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SMARTboard SpecificsRequirements

Windows• Pentium® 150 MHz processor (450 MHz or faster

recommended)• 128 MB of RAM (256 MB recommended)

Available powered USB or serial port• Approximately 160 MB of free hard disk space for a full

installation• Windows NT® 4.0 (SP6), Windows® 98 operating

system or later• Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later (6.0

recommended) • Macromedia Flash player version 7.0.19 or later

(recommended)

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Requirements (Continued)Mac

400 MHz processor (800 MHz or faster recommended) 128 MB of RAM (256 MB recommended) 50 MB of free hard disk space for minimum installation, 115 MB for complete installation with Gallery collectionsAvailable powered USB portMac OS X version 10.1.5 or later

Any projector with VGA (Video Graphics Array) input

A VGA splitter is required for simultaneous display on computer monitor and SMARTboard.

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SMARTboardThe SMARTboard can be

hung easily on any flat service

Example:an existing chalkboard

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• The provided USB cable is plugged into the SMARTboard and connected to the computer, supplying power and physical input

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ProjectorThe monitor output on the

computer is connected to the input on the projector using a standard VGA cable

Software

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– SMARTboard includes the following software:• Notebook Whiteboarding

Software• SMARTboard Tools• Free Educational Content and

Resources– Any application or program can be

used with a SMARTboard

Applications Used w/SmartboardsSome applications commonly

used with the Smart Board are 1.Microsoft PowerPoint2.Microsoft Excel 3.Microsoft Word 4.AutoCAD

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SmartBoard SoftwareThe SMART Board software provides a wide

array of educational resources for almost every content area.

The Software aids in the following areas1.Asking questions 2.Making text connections 3.Making predictions 4.Visualizing 5.Clarifying misunderstandings

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Daily notes written on the SMARTboard can be saved as text documents and distributed to students. This can come in handy !!!

Uses for the SmartBoard

Uses for the SmartBoard

Existing Technologies that can be used with Smartboards include

DesktopsDVD playersvideo camerasLaptopsdigital camerasProjectorsSmartphones

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Uses for the SmartBoard

•Preparing for tests and reviewing can be turned into a fun classroom experience

•Students can learn and review interactively with SmartBoards!!

•Be Creative!!

SmartBoards can be connected to Laptops as well

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ExamplesExplore the EarthBrainPopExplore the MoonYouTubeBaldino's Blog

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How important can Smartboards be?

SMARTboards will be valuable assets for students who have learning disabilities.

SMARTboards will make subjects come alive for students by providing a whole new level of interactivity. This is another way to “reach” the visual and “hands-on” learners.

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How important can Smartboards be? Cont…

Visual interactions will help students better grasp complicated ideas in their studies.

This type of new technology can relate to younger students who live in the “NOW” era of instant information gratification.

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Estimated Hardware Cost Per RoomSMARTboard(SMART Board 680)

$1494.99

Projector(Toshiba TD-T40U)

$929.99

Computer(HP Compaq dx2000)

$299.99

Total $2724.97

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Training CostsSMART Technologies

Offers free 40 minute training sessions over the computer and phone.

Private WorkshopsPrice ranges from $100 per person to

$500 for groups.More in depth hands on training.Better for the computer illiterate.

All Information from SMART Technologies

http://www.smarttech.com/

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Cost SavingsProjectors and

computers already owned may be used with new SMARTboards.

School employees with technological experience can prepare workshops to aid teachers.

Preexisting hardware and in school knowledge will cut costs down by the thousands.

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