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        CURRICULAM VITAE

Name                                       :  Dr.A.KRISHNARATHI

Date of Birth                           :  20.01.1979

Gender                                     : Female

Permanent Address                 : 1/68, Amman kovil street,
                                                   Umarikkadu.628151
                                                   Thoothukudi District.

Religion   &  Community       :   Hindu & OBC

 Email.Id                                 : rathiphd@gmail.com

Designation                            : Asst.prof.of Biological Science education
                                                  Dr. Sivanthi Aditanar College of Education,
                                                  Tiruchendur.
Date of Appointment              : 05.06.2008


Educational QUALIFICATION:

Exam
passed
Institute /school
University
Year of passing
Subject
Class
 S.S.LC

Govt.high school,
Umarikkadu

State Board
      Jun.1994  
     
  General

74.6 %
H.S.C

Subbaiya Vidyalaya
School,
Tuticorin

State board
Apr.1996
Pure science

71 %
B.Sc.

Govindammal Aditanar College for Women,
Tiruchendur.
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University
Tirunelveli.

July.1999

Zoology

76.04%
M.Sc.

V.H.N.S.N.College,
Virudhunagar

Madurai Kamaraj
University
Madurai.

Aug.2001

Zoology

70.62%
M.Phil.

St.John’s College,
Tirunelveli.
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University
Tirunelveli.

Jan.2003

Zoology

65.4%
B.Ed.

 V.O.C College of Education, Thoothukudi.
Manonmanim
Sundaranar University
Tirunelveli.

May.2004

Bio-science

71%
M.Ed.

Dr. Sivanthi  Aditanar
College of Education
Tiruchendur.
Manonmanim
Sundaranar University
Tiruneveli

Oct.2007

Education
66%

M.Phil.


Distance Education
Salem.
 
Vinayaka Missions
University,
Salem

Jan.2008

Education

68%

HDCA
Computer centre,
Autoor.

           
          CSC

Jan.2008

Computer
 
‘A’ Grade

ADCH&N
Computer centre,
Autoor.

         CSC
Feb.2010
Computer
 ‘A’ Grade


D.G.T

Aditanar College of Arts & Science, Tiruchendur
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University

Apr.2009
Gandhian Thought

68%

Ph.D.

Part time
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University

Oct 2016
 
 Zoology

Awarded    

NET

Central Government

UGC

June 2013

Education

60%
M.Sc
Distance Education

Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University
Tirunelveli

Dec 2013

Psychology

67%
M.A
Distance Education

Annamalai
University
Tiruchendur

May 2016

Sociology

64%

Ph.D.,


Part time
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University

Aug 2017
 
 Education

Doing
S.No
Teaching Experience
From
         To
Total years
of services
1.

UG  level
05.06.2008
    Till  date
9 years
   8 months
2.
PG level
05.06.2008
    Till  date
9 years
   8 months

3.
Research
Experience(M.Ed)
   05.06.2008
    Till  date
9 years
  8 months
S.No
Name of the Student
Year
Title of the Dissertation
1.
 D. Jeyagnana selvi
     2009-2010
A study of self- concept and
Academic Achievement of
Higher Secondary school students in Tiruchendur Taluk.
2.
 K.Bhagavathy
2010-2011
Effectiveness of co-operative
Learning in Teaching Mathematics
among the Eighth  standard students.
3.
 I.Jebaseeli  Malarvizhi
2010-2011
Awareness of E- Learning among
M.ed scholars.
4.
  A.Suba
2010-2011
Effectiveness of Teaching Science for 8th  std students Through Smart class.
5.
K.Sweetlin

2011-2012
Effectiveness of Multimedia in teaching Mathematics  for ninth standard students.

6.
P.Esakkiammal,

2011-2012
 Effectiveness of co-operative
Learning in Teaching science
among the Eighth  standard students
7.
J.Reena Rahini
2012-2013
Effectiveness of mind mapping in learning  Mathematics among  9th
 Std students in Thoothukudi District
8.
 V.Janaki

2012-2013
Effectiveness of  power point animated package in Teaching economic to IX standard students in Thoothukudi district
9.
M.K.Kavin Mary
2012-2013
Perception towards Value Education among high school students in Thoothukudi Educational District
10.
PA.Srideviarunachalam

2013-2014
A study on e –Waste Management  awareness among  engineering college students.
11.
A.Suganya
2013-2014
A Study of Environmental awareness among IXth  standard students in Thoothukudi District

12
M.Christinal
Jeyajothi
2014-2015
Attitude of teaching Profession by second grade Teacher Trainee in tuticorin district.
13
P.Muthu Lakshmi
2014-2015
A study of teacher Educator’s attitude towards smart classroom teaching.
14
T.Karthic
2014-2015
Attitude on Mobile Phone learning by Post graduate students in  Tirunelveli District

15
T.Stella prema
2015-2017
The Effectiveness of Teaching Psychology through Blogging for first year B.ed. students

16
A.Merlin
2017
Pre-Service  Teachers’ Attitude towards students with Autism  Spectrum Disorders
S.N

 Date
Level of the Program /

 Paper presented

No. Of days
Name of the
 College conducting
1.
12.04.2007
National
Seminar on Reflection on pedagogical Researches
Paper;

More about
Historical research

2 days
Dr. Sivanthi
Aditanar College of Education Tiruchendur.
2
21.04.2010
International conference on Embedding information and communication technology in Higher education for quality enhancement
Paper;

Quality education through
e-learning

3 days
N.K Thirumalachariar
National college of Education for Women,
Chennai.


3
11.02.2011
National Conference on
Innovation and
Initiatives in Teacher
education
Paper;
Smart Class- The future
Classroom

2 days
Dr. Sivanthi  Aditanar
College of Education
Tiruchendur.
4
11.03.2011
National seminar on ICT Resource in education:
Prospects &Challenges
Paper;
Virtual Classroom in Teacher education
2 days
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University,
Tirunelveli.
5
31.03.2011
National Seminar
On Empowering Prospective Teacher in channeling children’s Media-Mania
Paper;
Media and their Uses and Abuses
2 days
V.O.C College of Education, Thoothukudi.
6
5.01.2012
International Education Meet on Training College
Paper;
Innovative Strategies in co-operative learning for future learners
3days
Mar Theophilus Training  college Nalanchira,
Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala state.
7
24.03.2012
National seminar
Paper;
Assessment of internship
Teaching Practice
2days
Dr. Sivanthi  Aditanar
College of Education
Tiruchendur
8
9.03.2012
National seminar on Education for environmental Sustainability
Paper;Healthy School Environment and enhanced educational performance
2days
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University,
Tirunelveli
9
17.03.2012
International conference on
Teacher Education
Paper;
Effectiveness of Teaching Zoology 11th
Std students  through CAI
One day
KAAS-2012
At St.Ignatius college  of Education,
Tirunelveli
10
24.01.2013
International Seminar on
Paper;
Assertive Technology in  Special Education
2 days
Dr. Sivanthi  Aditanar
College of Education,
Tiruchendur.
11
14.12.2013
International Seminar on Teacher Education in Changing Global Society.
Paper:
Infusing ICT into teacher education
2 days
Bishop Agniswamy  College of Education,Muttom,
Kanyakumari (Dist)
Tamilnadu
12
11.1.2014
National seminar
On Educational
Leadership in the Digital Era.
Paper:
Learning Beyond the Classroom Through VODCAST
One day
St.Thomas college of Education,
Tuticorin.
13
27.1.2014
International Seminar on The Impact of Globalizationon Higher Education
Paper:
Perspectives on Blended Learning in Higher
Education
2days
St.Xavier’s college of Education,
Palayamkottai.
14
11.02.2014
National seminar on Frontiers in Environmental Research and Application
Analysis of antibacterial activity of selected plant leaves eaten by folivory bats in tirunelveli region
One day

Periyar university college of arts and science (Dep.of Environmental science), Salem.
15
8.03.2014
National seminar on Women Empowerment and inclusive growth
Paper:
Social Exclusion of women
One day
Periyar university college of arts and science(Economics dep.), Salem.
16
31.10.14
National seminar on Human Rights Education for Teacher Education
Paper:
Role of ICT in Creating Awareness about Human Rights

Two
days
St.Xavier’s college of Education,
Palayamkottai,
Tirunelveli
17
5.11.14
International seminar on Innovative and Inspirational Learning Environment through Creative and critical Thinking

Paper:
Creativity among student Teacher

Two
days
Holy Trinity college of education , Melpalai, edaicode,
Kanyakumari District.

18
19.03.15
National Seminar on Recent Advances in  Mathematics Education, Implications and Future Directions 
Paper;
Role of the Science in promoting mathematics literacy.
2 days
V.O.C College of Education, Thoothukudi.
19
30.04.15
National Seminar on
Education :Enhancing Green and clean India

Paper;
Environmentally sound  options for e-wastes management

One day
Dr. Sivanthi Aditanar College of Education, Tiruchendur

20
18.03.16
To
19.03.16
National level conference on Empowering Teacher Education and its Vision By 2020

Paper;
Blogs: A new generation of web-based tool in education

Two days
C.K.College of Education, Chellankuppam
Cuddalore

21
16.02.2017
      To
18.02.2017

International Conference on Emergency of Globalization: Towards Transnalism
Paper;
Multiculturalism and Diversity in India
Three
days
Osmania University centre for international Programmes, Hyderabad.
22
9.03.2017
     To
10.03.2017

International Conference on
Enhancement of Creativity in Learning Application of Innovative Pedagogy
Paper:
Inculcating Creativity in Teaching
Two
days
Immanuel Arasar College of Education, Marthandam, Kanyakumari.
23
6.11.2017 
   To
7.11.2017
 International Conference on Wellbeing
Paper;
Psychological Well-being in parents of Children with ASD


2days
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University,
Tirunelveli.
Tamilnadu.
S.N

 Date
Level of the Program /


No. Of days
Name of the
 College conducting
1
1.9.2008
      TO
26.9.2008
Intel Teach Essential Course
26 days
Dr. Sivanthi Aditanar College of Education, Tiruchendur

2.
20.03.2010
State level Workshop on Research Methodology
2 days
St.xavier’s College (Autonomous), Palayamkottai
3
28.01.2011
State level Seminar on Bioprospecting of Natural Resource
One day
The M.D.T. Hindu College ,Tirunelveli
4
03.02.2011
Seminar on Recent Trends in Computer
Science
One day
Govindammal Aditanar College for Women,
Tiruchendur.
5
11.01.2012
Eye Donation Awareness Camp
One day
Lions Club International Dist 324-B4
6
28.02.2011
National science  Day &42nd Aqua-Terr Annual conference on Genomic science
One day
Madurai Kamaraj
University,
Madurai.
7
29.10.2011
State level seminar on Enhancing Research Skills in Education

One day
Annammal College of Education for Women,
Thoothukkudi.
8
30.12.2011
National Workshop on Application of SPSS in research
3days
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University,
Tirunelveli
9
16.03.2012
One day Workshop on Developing Audio Visual Aids in Science
One days
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University,
Tirunelveli
10
7.12.2013
National Workshop on Communication:
The Key to Change
One day
Wavoo Wajeeha Womens’s College of  arts & science,
Kayalpatnam.
11
21.12.2013
One day seminar on Promoting stress coping strategies among the preceptors
One day
Chandy College of education,Muthiapuram,Tuticorin
12
24.03.2014
International seminar on English Literature across cultures
One day
Aditanar college of arts and science ,
Tiruchendur
13
13.9.2014
Sate level workshop on Research Methodology and Data analysis using SPSS

One day
Peniel Rural College of Education,
Vemparali
,Dindigul (district)
14
7.11.14
National workshop on Virtual learning

two day
Annammal College of Education for Women,
Thoothukkudi
15
19.01.16
To
20.01.16
Workshop on Constructivist Approaches in Technology Using Web2 Tools
Two days
Annammal College of Education for Women,
Thoothukkudi
16
13.02.16
National level Workshop on Research  Practices: An Explorative Analysis

One
day
M.E.T. College of Education,
Chenbagaramanputhur, Kanyakumari District

17
17.3.2016
Eye Donation Awareness Camp
One day
Lions Club International Dist 324-B4
18
8.09.2016
To
9.09.2016
Workshop on Effect of National Education Policy 2016 in the present scenario
Two days
V. O. Chidambaram College of Education,
Thoothukudi.
19
8.09.2016
To
9.09.2016
Workshop on Effect of National Education Policy 2016 in the present scenario
Two days
V. O. Chidambaram College of Education,
Thoothukudi.
20
11.01.2017
   To
12.01.2017
Workshop on Lesson plan Writing and Achievement Test Constructio
Two days
Tamilnadu Teacher Education  University,
Chennai.
21
21.09.2017
    To
23.09.2017
Workshop on
e-content Development
Three days
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University,
Tirunelveli
22
09.12.2017
Workshop on Electronic Resources for effective learning,Teaching and Research:Make it Easy

One day
Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University,
Tirunelveli
S.N

Title of the Article
Name of the journal
Name/Year of Publication
1
Phytochemical Analysis of Selected Plant Leaves Consumed by the Folivory Bats in Tirunelveli
Journal of Environmental and Applied Bioresearch
2.08.2014
Published online 22 August 2014 (http://www.scienceresearchlibrary.com)
 ISSN: 2 3 1 9 - 8 7 4 5 Vol. 0 2 , No. 0 1 , pp. 14 - 18

2
Effective stress Managing Techniques
The International journal of  Recent Trends in English Language Teaching, Education, Psychology and Allied Researches
Volume:2

Dr.JK Research Foundation,
Vol.2nd ,7th September,
ISSN :2350-0751


3
Characteristics and Assessment of students with Learning Disability
The International journal of  Research Granthaalayah
Granthaalayah Publication & Printers,Vol.4,No.4,2 May 2016,pp.63-68,
ISSN:2350-0530(O)
ISSN:2394-3629(P)
4
Food and Feeding Ecology of Bat Preferred Plant Species and their Mutualistic Interactions in Tirunelveli District

The International Malaya Journal of Biosciences
Malaya Publication, 2016, 3(2):81-90
ISSN 2348-6236 print /2348-3075 online

5
A study of Environmental Awareness among IX Standard students in Tuticorin District
Journal of  New Horizons in Educational Research
Vol. IX, Issue 1,pp.23-28. Oct 2016-Mar 2017.
ISSN: 0975-4008
6
The Effectiveness of Teaching psychology through Blogging for first year B.ed. students

International journal of current research


Current Research Publication ,Vol. 9, Issue, 02, pp.87-92 .February, 2017.ISSN: 0975-833X

7
Brain: The store House of Memory
International Journal of Current Medical and Pharmaceutical Research
IJCMPR Publication Vol. 3, Issue,02,pp.1071-1076, February, 2017.
ISSN:2395-6429
8
Psychological Well-being in parents of Children with ASD

International Journal of Multidisciplinary Researches
ROOTS Publication Vol.4, Issue 1, PP .32-37, Nov.2017
S.NO
Title of Book Name
Publications
ISBN: No
1
‘Computers in Education”
Jayalakshmi Publications, VPM Towers, Vasanthanagar,Madurai 625003.
978-93-84193-32-4
  1. Served as a Co-ordinator  of the Citizenship Camp From 2011 -2012
  1. Served as a Co-ordinator of Blood donors club, from  2008 to till (7 Years)
  1. Served as a Co-ordinator  of the National Seminar on Quality Concern of  Teacher Education 2012
  1.  Served as a Co-ordinator of Intercollegiate quiz competition 2011 & 2013(2 years)
  1. Served as a Organizing Secretary of the National Seminar on Education Enhancing  green and clean India 2015
  1. Served as a Co- ordinator of the journal (New Horizon in Educational Research) 2015 to 2016.
  1. Served as a Resource person in the National Level Seminar on 2016.
  1. Served as a member of the Board of Paper-setting in Sri Sarada College of Education  (Autonomous),Salem 2016.
  1. Serving as an Editor of the journal (New Horizon in Educational Research) from 2016 to till.


Teaching Experience:



RESEARCH GUIDANCE OFFERED:

M.Ed., Level: Type of Education – Regular

PAPER PRESENTED IN CONFERRENCES



CONFERRENCES AND WORKSHOP PARTICIPATED:



ARTICLES PUBLICATION





BOOK PUBLICATION;



Paper handling:
  B.Ed. Level;

Ø Pedagogy of Biological Science : Part- I & II
Ø Assessment of Learning
Ø Educational Psychology

M.Ed.   Level;
       
Ø Basics  in Educational  Research

Ø  ICT in Education  

Accomplishments;

  Examiner      :    Examiner in Tamilnadu Teachers Education University Madras.
                             
Administrative Experience     :









“Empowering Teacher Education and Its Vision by 2020”.C.K college of Education, Cuddalore




DECLARATION
I hereby declare that all the statements made in this application are true and correct according to my conscience.
                                   

Yours faithfully

(A.Krishnarathi)
Place: Tiruchendur

Date:   

WHITEBOARD AND SMART BOARD IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

WHITEBOARD AND SMART BOARD IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
Introduction
Although the first interactive whiteboard was released in 1991, only in the last several years have whiteboards become a must-have tool in K-12 classrooms. Fundamentally, an interactive whiteboard combines a dry erase whiteboard with an LCD projector and is usually mounted on a wall or floor stand. Powered by easy-to-use software, the whiteboard becomes a computer screen viewable by an entire classroom. The projector projects the content from a computer onto the surface of the board while the teacher controls the content either with a pointer or a touch of the hand instead of a keyboard and mouse. The combination of software with the projector results in much more than simply a projected image.
Anything that can be done on a computer monitor, can be replicated on the interactive white board. A teacher can create engaging lessons that focus on one task such as a matching activity where students use either their fingers or a pen to match items. Another teacher might integrate multiple items into a lesson plan such as websites, photos, and music that students can interact with, respond to verbally or even write comments on the board itself. Image size and placement can change with a simple touch to the screen. This technology makes the one-computer classroom a workable instructional model. Imagine taking a class on a photo safari to Africa complete with embedded videos, animal sounds and mapping software.
Meaning
                 A wipeable board with a white surface used for teaching or presentations.
Whiteboards
   A whiteboard is a non-electronic variation of the traditional "rewriteable" schoolroom blackboard, but is white instead of black and of a material that can be written on with colored markers. Dry erase markers are easier to erase than the chalk used on a blackboard.
Electronic whiteboard
Three categories
 1. Standalone copy boards, where the content of the whiteboard can be scanned and printed out.
2. Peripheral boards, which transfer information in the form of digital files to an attached computer.
3. Interactive boards, the most expensive and sophisticated option, which are like large touch screen monitors that can be synchronized to an attached computer  users can interact with the display, visit Web sites, and access databases directly from the board.

Classroom applications for using interactive whiteboards include:
  • Multimedia lessons and presentations including audio and video
  • Collaborative problem solving
  • Showcasing student projects and presentations
  • Virtual field trips
  • Recorded lessons that can be used by substitute teachers
  • Documentation of student achievement
Interactive Whiteboards in special Education
        Interactive whiteboards are being used in the educational environments to allow for collaboration and interaction amongst groups.
        IWBs are replacing chalkboards and white dry-erase boards.
        IWBs work off of electromagnetic (Promethean), infrared or special touch resistive (SMART) technologies.
        The idea of using an IWB is to allow the teacher and students to interact with content directly from the board and not have to stand next to the computer.
Simple Strategies for Using IWB
        Hide and Reveal – teachers can use simple animation or layering techniques to hide answers, objects, pictures, etc.
        Flash Media – teachers can take advantage of the built in flash activities in IWB software, such as the Lesson Activity Toolkit in SMART’s Notebook software.
        Websites – there is a plethora of interactive educational sites which are perfect.

Uses of Interactive Whiteboards
        Save lessons to present to students who were absent
        Create video files to teach a software application, a lesson, or as a review to be posted to the server or web. Example- How to create a graph in Excel or hoe to burn a projects to cds
        Use the built in maps to teach continents, oceans, countries, or states and capitals.
        Present presentations created by student or teacher
        Digital storytelling
        Teach whole group computer or keyboarding skills
        Brainstorming
        Take notes directly into PowerPoint presentations

Smart boards are large interactive whiteboards that were invented in 1991 by SMART Technologies. The Smart board uses touch technology to detect user input, as compared to mice and keyboards attached to personal computers.
The computer’s video output is displayed by a projector onto the whiteboard, which serves as a large touch screen
Reasons to have a Smart Board
        Raise the level of student engagement
        Increase student motivation- enjoyment & opportunity
        Support students with special needs
        Improve retention and facilitate the review
Things You Can Do with a SMART Board
        Create activities using text, sound, video and Internet links
        Present using text, sound, video and Internet links
        Write notes and highlight points on displayed documents, diagrams and Web pages
        Show video, DVD, CD-ROMS or TV
        Print, save, e-mail and post presentations to a website
SMART Tools
        SMART Notebook
        Recorder
        Video Player
        Keyboard
        Floating Tools
        Control Panel
        Help
        More (Calculator, Magnifier, Pointer Tool, Spotlight, Screen Shade)
Writing on the SMART Board
        Pick up pen
        Firm and consistent, hand not touching board
        Touch control returns when pen is back in tray
        Return pen to tray without saving what you wrote, it will disappear on next touch
Erasing
        Pick up eraser
        Whiteboard recognizes last tool you picked up, so you can keep pen in your hand as you erase
        With pen or eraser in your hand, you can use your hand to write or erase
SMART Notebook
        Floating Toolbar appears when you pick up a pen
        Save directly into Notebook
        Push camera button
        Use your finger to draw around area you want to capture
        Ink Aware applications capture whole screen
        Notebook opens automatically
        Notebook Tutorial Help
The Top 8 Reasons why SMART Boards are an essential component in the modern day classroom:
1. Provides Flexibility: Interactive whiteboards allow many different forms of media – including photos, illustrations, maps, graphs, games, and video, to be displayed. These tools not only enrich the classroom experience but also help to expand the nature of content that can be used in learning. In addition, SMART Boards makes learning to be more dynamic owing to the different forms of presenting information.
2. Enhanced teaching/learning experience: SMART Boards provide new ways for teachers to teach, and student to learn. These tools support a wide variety of learning styles. For instance, visual learners can watch as their tutors use the whiteboards to project visual elements, whereas audio learners can listen and have discussions. On the other hand, the Boards come with touchscreen capabilities that allow tactile learners to touch and interact with the board.
3. Interact and share: The interactive nature of SMART boards offers learners an opportunity to share and participate in the instructional process. Interactivity provides a platform for students to demonstrate their grasp of the subject through touching, drawing, and writing. Every learner has an opportunity to participate or contribute to the presentation and/or discussion via notebooks and tablets. In addition, the boards provide for rapid assessment whereby learners can receive immediate feedback. Teachers and students are able to identify individual strengths and weaknesses in various subject areas and isolate areas/topics that need more focus or review.
4. Low-Maintenance: SMART Boards are neat and easy to use. There are no hassles cleaning or maintaining whiteboards. The data on the screen can be modified using a specialized highlighting tool or pen. There is no need for using unhygienic chalk or marker pens.
5. Access to online information & tools: SMART boards allow learners to easily access a rich database of online resources. Teachers can use the wide variety of online information sources such as knowledge databases, online video and news items to reinforce their lessons. Learners can also quickly access the wide range of powerful tools and resources to conduct research and supplement their usual study material.

6. Going Green: Interactive boards are also environmentally friendly. They offer teachers an entirely different way of presenting information to students, which eliminates the need for writing, printing or photocopying. Which, contribute to eliminate waste and pollution, from over-utilization of paper and ink.
7. Technology Integration: SMART boards allows for integration of various technologies in order to improve the learning experience. For instance, it is possible to attach tools such as microscopes, document cameras, cameras or video cameras to a whiteboard to aid in instruction. It is also possible to integrate the interactive learning tools with a wide range of software applications.
8. Communication: Interactive whiteboards allow for connectivity in different locations; making ideal collaboration and distance learning environments. When using SMART boards, student show to increase student-to-student collaboration and increase overall participation in the lesson.
Advantages of Smart board  in Special Education Classrooms
Smart board  support inclusive classrooms by offering students many ways to learn information, express ideas, and demonstrate understanding. The smart board also allows teachers to address different learning styles - visual, auditory and kinesthetic. This technology engages all types of students and facilitates differentiated instruction. A smart board helps students with autism, for example, improve communication skills through group collaboration. The interactive whiteboard gives educators the ability to present things visually, and provide ease in creating and altering activities to control students’ learning.
For students with physical disabilities, the Smart board  touch-sensitive surface gives all students the opportunity to participate in learning. It allows all students, even those who cannot hold a pen, to write and interact with content using the finger-touch capability. For students who have trouble using traditional keyboards and mice, the touch and click ease allow them the opportunity to interact with a computer.

Benefits to Teachers in the field of special Education
Teachers enjoy using the Smart board to create visually engaging and interactive lessons. Since students with special needs frequently respond well to visuals, the Smart board  takes this one step further by projecting really large visuals. The technology provides teachers with an easy way to project worksheets, pictures for background knowledge, or any other visuals to share with the entire class.
Special educators like the fact that the Smart board  is flexible and gives the opportunity to change activities quickly. Teachers can create an activity and change it as students watch. This technology is very intuitive to use, too. While most users do require some training, most people can walk up and start using a Smart board  immediately. A Smart board  does not require any special software; software currently installed on a personal computer will work seamlessly.
Teachers who have used Smartboard  report that students with special needs have made huge strides in learning. Many attribute these gains to teaching with these interactive whiteboards in their classrooms. If this technology is not available in your school, advocate for it today.
        Help accommodate different learning styles
        Help teachers streamline lesson planning and delivery
        Have positive effects on
       Student engagement
       Student motivation
       Student retention
Conclusion
Overall, incorporating SMART Boards to the classroom environment is likely to change the way teachers impart knowledge to students and at the same time simplify the learning process for students. Students will find it easy to engage with lessons and gain a better understanding of the overall lesson. It is an ideal tool for any classroom setting. The education field needs technology like this for students, learners, and educators to continue to grow in their field.
Reference
Bentley, T. (1992). Training to meet the Technology challenge. McGraw-Hill Book Company.
Kaur, R. (2006). Special Education: New Trends and Innovation. Deep Publication. New Delhi.
Srivastava , A.K. (2009). Educational Technology. Kunal Books. New Delhi.

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blogging

Introduction

So you’ve heard the term “blog” and you want to know what blogs are all about. Well you’ve come to the right place. In this series of articles we will take you from asking what a blog is to having all the knowledge you need to start a blog of your own.
Over the months and years you will be able to share your thoughts with hundreds or thousands of readers, promote yourself, your business or your cause and you may even earn a full time living from your blog.

So What Is a Blog?

Let’s begin with some definitions. A bit dry, we realize, but this is a necessary evil. First we’ll define the word this whole site is based around – blog.
A blog is a frequently updated online personal journal or diary. It is a place to express yourself to the world. A place to share your thoughts and your passions. Really, it’s anything you want it to be. For our purposes we’ll say that a blog is your own website that you are going to update on an ongoing basis. Blog is a short form for the word weblog and the two words are used interchangeably.

Friday, 7 November 2014


Blogging

What is a blog?

   

Introduction

So you’ve heard the term “blog” and you want to know what blogs are all about. Well you’ve come to the right place. In this series of articles we will take you from asking what a blog is to having all the knowledge you need to start a blog of your own.
Over the months and years you will be able to share your thoughts with hundreds or thousands of readers, promote yourself, your business or your cause and you may even earn a full time living from your blog.

So What Is a Blog?

Let’s begin with some definitions. A bit dry, we realize, but this is a necessary evil. First we’ll define the word this whole site is based around – blog.
A blog is a frequently updated online personal journal or diary. It is a place to express yourself to the world. A place to share your thoughts and your passions. Really, it’s anything you want it to be. For our purposes we’ll say that a blog is your own website that you are going to update on an ongoing basis. Blog is a short form for the word weblog and the two words are used interchangeably.


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