[blparent] The smart board is different than a black board

[Karla Hudson]

Hi List, 

After sitting and observing the demonstration of the smart board I would
tell you this technology is way more advanced than a black board and
therefore will give the totally blind a huge disadvantage. The information
can be changed quickly and very visually. At least with the chalk board you
could ask teachers to read allowed their information as they were putting
the materials up on the chalk board. The info on the smart board can be
highlighted, colored changed for other visual feedback, clickers can be used
to gather information. The letter can be moved around to assist children
with spelling with again highlighted colors. The materials can quickly keep
changing with various aspects moving quickly. 

Karla