Using the SMART Board™ in the Second Language Class>
Join Sylvia Duckworth for a full PD day in Toronto where you will participate in a hands on computer lab session to learn how to master the SMART Board™ technology in your classroom.
Spring 2010 Workshop DatesJoin us for one of the following three dates:
THIS IS A HANDS-ON WORKSHOP! Teachers will be actively engaged as they work through the different activities. Participants can bring their own laptops or a computer will be provided. Topics covered will include how to:
get started with Smart Board: download the software and create a notebook file
use the tab bar, the tool bar, the gallery and the interactive tools
use the Lesson Activity Toolkit and use the SMARTboard keyboard in different languages
use the screen capture tool, create shapes and text, group and lock images, and change handwriting to text
record own voice and insert sounds clips, clip art, photos and video clips (including YouTube videos)
insert web links, attach files and create buttons for navigation
use the features in Notebook 10: the shape tool pen, the magic pen, the recorder, object animation
make a reveal page and reveal answers, align objects , create a spinner and use flashing text
import word files and pdf files into a notebook file
Participants Receive
a certificate confirming their participation in a full-day SMARTboard training session
the entire day's lessons on a memory stick with all of the activities covered in video tutorial format.
many pre-made notebook files specifically designed for 2nd language teachers
links to many websites with SMARTboard files in different languages
Testimonials
"Thanks again for another great workshop. Even though we don't all have your level of comfort with technology, you guided us with great patience and left everyone with a good sense of what the Smartboard could do for them. I got the chance to practice a few things again,which I hope to implement more frequently from now on!"
"The workshop was very interactive and we learned how to use many of the features of the software. It was a great workshop with amazing resources and it was well-priced."
"I am leaving today with my head exploding with ideas about how to create SMARTboard activities. Wonderful: keep up the great work!"
"I liked the presenter's pace. She didn't go too fast, gave us enough time to follow all her steps and not fall behind. She was very prepared and very knowledgeable. Loved it!"
"It was great to attend a workshop specifically designed for Second Language teachers. It was EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you so very much!"