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Whiteboards
What is it? 
The term "whiteboard" is used to describe computer software applications that function like dry-erase boards. Virtual whiteboards allow one or more people to write or draw on the whiteboard simultaneously. Whiteboards are a common collaboration tool in distance education.
Whiteboards
What are the educational uses and benefits?
Participation:
- Virtual brainstorming exercises.
Presentation:
- Visual presentations.
- Functions to replace the traditional whiteboard or chalkboard.
- Allows students to write on the whiteboard for examples and presentations.
Whiteboards
How do I get started?
Most whiteboard applications are a part of a learning management system such as E-Learning, or part of a virtual classroom such as Elluminate Live!
Whiteboards usually function similarly to a text editing program such as Microsoft Word. In addition, most whiteboards include tools that will allow the user to take screen captures, group objects, load pre-made presentations, and manipulate objects on the screen.
For an example of how to get started with the tools available in most whiteboard applications visit the Elluminate Live: Whiteboard tools Quick Reference Guide PDF.
Whiteboards
Where can I learn more?
- Blackboard – Collaboration Tools: A video on the collaboration tools available in the Blackboard Learner and Content Management System including information on Whiteboards.
- Virtual Whiteboard:A free online virtual whiteboard.
- Virtual Whiteboard Activities: A website including case studies, resoures, and useful websites about virtual and interactive whiteboards.
- Whiteboard Sharing Using Windows Messenger v4.0: An explanation of how to use the whiteboard function of Windows Messenger v4.0
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