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Technology at Jackson

What is a Clicker?

A clicker is another word for a student response system. It is a device similar to a remote control that allows teachers to solicit feedback from students in a classroom. This feedback is then organized into various charts and reports to monitor student progress. Clickers are being used in USD 259 for everyday instruction in the classroom as well as to administer the Math Course II common assessments.

What is a SmartBoard?

An interactive whiteboard, or SmartBoard is a touch-sensitive board which is connected to a digital projector and a computer. This device allows teachers and students to interact with the computer and its applications. The projector displays the image from the computer screen on the board. The computer can then be controlled by touching the board, either directly or with a special pen that acts as the mouse. There are a number of manufacturers of interactive whiteboards and the district has adopted the following brands as standards.

What are the benefits of using an interactive whiteboard?
  • Enhanced demonstration and modeling
  • Allows teacher to save lessons for posting to the web or future use
  • Promotes active learning and collaboration
  • Enhances differentiated instruction
  • Encourages varied and seamless use of instructional materials
  • Engages and motivates students in the learning process
  • Promotes student participation through student interaction
How does it work?

The computer is connected to the projector and the projector is connected to the whiteboard. The projector displays the computer screen onto the board. The computer can then be controlled from the board. As you point at icons etc. on the board using your finger or an appropriate electronic 'pen', the action is transmitted to the computer just like using a mouse.