Secondary students’ perspectives on the use of the Interactive Whiteboard for teaching and learning of Science in Malaysia

Abstract

This study which was exploratory in nature, aimed at gaining insights into students’ perspectives in the teaching and learning of Science using the Interactive Whiteboard technology. Interviews were carried out during lessons in the classrooms of three selected schools. This study shows that the interactive whiteboard can motivate the students as well engage them with the teaching and learning process. The appropriate use of the IWBs promotes increased classroom interactions. The introduction of IWBs into the classroom entails much more than the physical installation of the board and software. Results from this study indicate that students interact more in classrooms where technology is used effectively.

Keywords: Interactive Whiteboard, Teaching and learning of Science, Classroom interactions