In recent years, interactive displays have become common in schools as replacements for traditional chalkboards and whiteboards. Despite their popularity, most people still find it difficult to make a choice that suits their needs.
1. Portable Interactive Whiteboard: What is it?
The Portable interactive whiteboard is normally used with one of different types of projectors that connect to a PC or Mac via a USB or serial port. It uses infrared sensors to track the movement of an infrared pen across the surface of the screen. These portable interactive devices can be used to turn a regular whiteboard and computer into interactive learning sessions for learners.
2. Using a Wall for Projecting Content
One of the major advantages of the portable interactive whiteboard is the ability to convert any flat surface such as a wall or dry erase whiteboard into an operational interactive whiteboard. By simply connecting with a computer and projector, a simple wall can be turned into an interactive screen for creating interactive classroom sessions. However, it is always important to ensure that the surface to be used is compatible with dry-erase markers before using these pens on the surface.
3. Economy and Cost Effectiveness of the Portable Interactive Whiteboard
The initial high cost of installing an interactive whiteboard in multiple classrooms usually limits many schools. The portable interactive whiteboard is a good alternative for saving money and ensuring schools do not miss out on the opportunity to make their classrooms more interactive. Unlike permanent interactive whiteboards, the portable versions can be moved from one classroom to another, therefore removing the need to equip each classroom with its own board.
4. Projectors for The Portable Interactive Whiteboard
Interactive whiteboards normally use different types of projectors depending on where they are used. The most commonly used are Ultra-Short-Throw projectors that are effective at producing high-quality images from a short distance. The portable interactive whiteboard uses short throw lenses and optical systems that allow a 60-inch wide image to be clearly projected from as little as five feet away.
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