Whiteboard Tips For Teachers

Teaching with a traditional whiteboard is engaging for both students and teachers and is especially effective when interactive learning is practiced. Teachers can use a whiteboard to clarify concepts and organize information such as; goals for the day, topics for the day, note important learnings for the session etc..

Clear handwriting and use of diagrams are key

Teachers should structure a lesson prior to class and organize on the board.  The whiteboard can be broken up into sections emphasizing topic headings and summarizing information using bullet points.  White-boarding includes using consistent use of clear and neat handwriting or block letters to keep all information readable for people with eye sight problems or are in the back of the room.   By avoiding clutter in a teachers presentation the student can follow along.  A unique use of diagrams or illustrations will help to visualize the concepts.  

Interactive nature of a traditional whiteboard aids in understanding

The kinesthetic approach to teaching engages the student which studies have proven enhances learning.  An alternative to writing everything on the board beforehand, a teacher can ask questions or solve problems step-by-step, getting students involved in the process.  Students can be asked to come up to the board to write their answers or ideas. This keeps them engaged and reinforces learning.

For a video demonstration that includes information, ideas and techniques for teachers refer to https://tlconestoga.ca/effective-whiteboard-use/

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