Go Education's Whiteboard Initiative goes further



Since its inception, the Interactive Whiteboard Initiative for Schools has given many a school the ability to introduce Interactive Whiteboard Technology into its mainstream curriculum teaching.

Conceived by Go Education plc, the Initiative was a major step forward in putting interactive classroom teaching solutions within reach of schools and educational establishments. Interactive Whiteboard technology is now regarded as an essential tool for the digital classroom. Initial trials showed that this technology greatly enhanced pupils' learning and performance, and with the initiative, classroom teaching appears to be poised to enter a whole new era.

The Initiative, which started with the TDS ACTIVboard range of Interactive Whiteboards, now has a whole new spectrum of teaching tools under its umbrella. Amongst these is the SMART board range, another leading brand of Interactive Whiteboards, With the award winning TDS ACTIVboard already forming part of its range, the Company now boasts two of the finest Whiteboard brands. Both boards, although using slightly different technologies, allow teachers to deliver pre-prepared lessons, and to freely write and draw during lessons. They can do this over the top of, or alongside, any number of electronic presentations, video clips, or educational software packages, all of which result in considerable time saving and greater effectiveness in teaching. Whiteboard technology has been heralded as significant for schools and pupils alike, and has been welcomed by key figures in education in the UK. Peter Frost, Chief Executive of the National Primary Trust, summarises: "Clearly, the whiteboard technology when used as a tool for learning, has exciting possibilities, and it is encouraging that this has been recognised by the Government."



Perhaps the most revolutionary product to have been brought into the range is Genesis Installation System. This unique system has been designed to meet the needs of schools and colleges where either a mobile teaching package is required, where it is considered necessary to retain the existing boards, or where certain architecture (asbestos, high or unstable ceilings) would prevent permanent installations. Commenting on the Genesis, Dave Vant from the Downs School said "When I saw the Genesis, I knew I was on a winner. I had been contemplating adding more whiteboard and projector installations for my school, but had been bogged down because of the high ceilings."

Further significant extensions to the Company's range have been made in the Digital Projector arena, which now encompasses all the leading brands, giving schools the ability to choose projectors with features most suitable to their environment. Projector prices now start from well under £1000, and some entry level, yet amazingly powerful projectors retail for under £800.




Al Stubbs, ICT Coordinator and teacher at Winyates School, which has already adopted Interactive Whiteboard technology, summarises, "The Interactive Whiteboard allows children to be stimulated in a way not possible before. Video streaming, interactive packages and sound effects add immeasurably to all lessons taught with the whiteboard. I have used the interactive whiteboard in ALL lessons, from art to PE, literacy to PSHE. I frequently ask myself the question Microsoft pose in their advertising ... Where do I want my children to go today? With the interactive whiteboard, anywhere in the world is possible!

Under the Initiative, Go Education provides complete solutions including laptops, audio systems as well as full installation and training. Nothing has been compromised, though, and the Company's standard price match policy and 14-day money back guarantee remain..

Full details can be obtained by calling Go Education on 020 8795 3882 or by logging on to www.goeducation.co.uk.