These two videos were put together by social studies teacher Tim Hopper at Chippewa Middle School in Okemos, MI. Not only does he provide an excellent overview of how the Whiteboard (he’s using a SmartBoard brand Whiteboard), he also shows how it can be integrated into social studies class.
In addition to these videos, I’ve located Web-based activities that can be used with a Whiteboard. Remember, Whiteboards are basically large, touch-sensitive computer monitors. With that in mind, take a look at these activities designed to be used with a Whiteboard in social studies class. The first is about famous people and the second is to develop mapping skills. Both are aimed at younger students between 7-9 years old.
Click HERE to begin “Famous People”.
Click HERE for “See you see me - Landscapes”