Classification: (S – English) (T – interactive whiteboards)

Our Journey using Promethean Boards to Enhance Student Learning in English

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This presentation was presented by Helen Gillen and Julie Gontar at the Sixth National IWB Conference in 2009.

Description: This will be a show and tell session where Helen and Julie share their journey and the resources they have developed in their first twelve months working with the IWB. In English scaffolding tasks for visual learners and mixed ability middle school classes will be the focus of the main examples provided including; writing workshops, unit outlines, brainstorming, character connections in novel study, Quest Story as well as engaging reluctant learners through hands on activities.

Classification: (T – interactive whiteboards) (S – English)

IWBs and English in a Secondary Classroom

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This presentation was presented by Jackie Rassell at the First NZ and AUS International IWB Conference in 2009.

Description: Going beyond pretty colours and showing notes to building literacy skills, and encouraging discussion and higher order thinking. In this session, Jackie will share some of the activities and strategies she uses in her class. Those attending are more than welcome to share ideas, ask questions and comment.

Classification: (T – interactive whiteboards) (S – English)

IWBs in the English Secondary Classroom

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This presentation was presented by Faye Smith at the Fifth National IWB Conference in 2008.

Description: A beginner’s guide to ways in which IWBs can be used to enhance teaching and learning in the English classroom. (Years 7 -12). The Presentation will include how the creative use of Promethean and other software engage students.