Simply adding an interactive display to your classroom isn’t enough to reap the benefits of enhanced collaboration, engagement, and performance from students. When it comes to learning how to use a smart board in your classroom and truly maximize your technology investment to unlock its full potential, continuous education and dedicated training are paramount. While we always recommend for schools to invest in formal professional development for their educators to help them effectively use the tools they’ve been given and enhance the way they teach, there are a number of free training resources for educators to learn how to fully utilize their ViewSonic ViewBoard interactive whiteboards for education.
Free Training Resources for ViewSonic ViewBoards
Let’s explore the various free resources that cater to educators and IT professionals to navigate how to use a smart board to its fullest potential in classroom and educational settings.
ViewSonic myViewBoard Knowledge Base
The ViewSonic Knowledge Base is a web-based information hub filled with guides and tips for you to make the most out of your ViewSonic software and hardware, ensuring that users have access to everything they need to learn how to use a smart board. There is a section for the ViewSonic myViewBoard suite of apps including myViewBoard (digital whiteboard), Manager (display device management), and AirSync (universal wireless casting) as well as for the ViewSonic hardware. The knowledge base is super easy to navigate as is constantly being updated with the latest updates.
ViewSonic Teacher Certification Program
Whether you need to learn the very basics, create interactive lessons or want to become an authorized expert, the ViewSonic Teacher Certification program is a great opportunity for educators to leverage their passion for teaching and technology and learn how to use a smart board. This is a self-paced and completely complimentary program for educators to learn on their own time, at their own speed, and to take their learning as far as they would like to. Each level has videos, documentation and challenges that you need to complete. The goal of the videos is to model and show you how to use a tool, while the challenges give you an opportunity to practice.
ViewSonic Educator Community
ViewSonic’s Educator Community is a virtual space where teachers can share their own creativity and ideas, leverage the expertise of others, and gain new friends. Whether exploring new teaching strategies, diving into cutting-edge resources, or connecting with like-minded peers, educators will find endless opportunities to grow and empower their classrooms. It’s another layer of support that really helps users learn how to use a smart board. There are webinars, product forums, regional forums, a learning center, and the opportunity to connect with over 8 million educators worldwide. It’s collaboration and growth at its finest.
ViewSonic YouTube Channel
While the Teacher Certification program and Educator Community require that you be logged in to your myViewBoard account to gain access, you can access the ViewSonic Education YouTube Channel without any account or credentials. Here you’ll find a vast library of education videos featuring helpful, easy-to-follow tutorials for unboxing, hardware set-up, software set-up, tips and tricks, and more that is continuously being updated.
The Team at Parmetech
Lastly, but certainly not least, you can leverage the expertise of the team at Parmetech to learn how to use a smart board and get the most out of your ViewSonic ViewBoard interactive displays. As an Elite ViewSonic partner, our in-house ViewSonic Education Solutions experts are always available as your first-line of support. We can provide educators with the resources they need to succeed and grow in utilizing ViewSonic ViewBoard displays in the classroom including comprehensive myViewBoard training, interactive whiteboard software instruction, and best practices consultation. We are also continuously updating the Parmetech YouTube Channel and social media platforms with best practice videos and tips and tricks.
Summing It All Up
Continuous learning is key to staying relevant in any industry, especially when it comes to technology and learning how to use a smart board to the fullest potential in the classroom. The free training and professional development resources we’ve outlined above provide a valuable opportunity for educators and IT professionals to grow their skills and make the most out of your interactive technology investment. Whether you are an experienced user or just beginning your journey, these resources can help unlock new potential and drive success!
