Re: Smartboard or Promethean for Kindergarten

On 10/30/08, Susan wrote:
> On 9/17/08, kteacher wrote:
>> I have a Numonics whiteboard that I have used in my K
>> class for over 2 years. Our district is adding additional
>> IWB technology. I have seen demonstrations of Promethean
>> ActivPrimary and think it would be very appropriate in my
>> kindergarten. I like the "chunky" tools for the young
>> children to use. However, our tech coordinator wants to
>> get all new Smartboards. I have explored their site but
>> haven't found comparable software solutions to those
>> offered by Promethean. Please share your
>> experiences/advice. Thanks.
>
> I used the Promethean for sixth grade last year, and it was
> fantastic. There are so many features that Promethean offers
> that are really easy for students to use, I highly recommend
> it! I don't know as much about the Smartboard, but I think
> it probably is comparable, so if you end up getting it, find
> out everything you can about it, play around with it, and
> have fun! Your students will love either technology! Susan

Thanks, Susan...I have a Promethean board ordered that should
arrive next week! While waiting, I've downloaded the "viewer"
at the Promethean Planet website and have been using several of
the flipcharts on my current IWB. I'm excited to have full
access coming soon! kteacher

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