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Difference between magnetic and non magnetic whiteboards

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  Differences Between Magnetic and Non Magnetic Whiteboards Whiteboards are simple things. They are white, laminated, and you can wipe what you write right off them with ease. Just these qualities make the humble whiteboard an accessory that is of utmost importance in a classroom or in an office conference room. In fact, it is more likely than not that your office or class already has a whiteboard. Dry wipe boards as they are also called don’t have many downsides. They are easy to clean and maintain, nothing really sticks to them, so a simple wipe down will clear out...

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Types of whiteboards and buying the right one for you

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Image Source: Wikimedia.org Buying a whiteboard seems like a straightforward thing. You pick one that is of the right size and you are good to go, right? No, of course not. It is a lot more complex than that. There are several factors that should go into your buying decision and size is one of the things to consider, not the only thing. There are typically 3 types of whiteboards that are available in the market today. They are; glass, melamine, and porcelain. Each of them have their own advantages and disadvantages. Here is a quick walk-through that will help...

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What is aspect ratio for projector screens?

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When you are buying projector screens or displays, you would have heard the salesman talk about their aspect ratios, such as 16:9 and 4:3. Aspect ratios are the ratios between the width and height of images. When a salesman is talking about aspect ratios of video and data projectors, he/she is telling you about their native aspect ratio – which is the ratio of the Digital Light Processing (DLP) chip or LCD panels. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons The vast majority of projectors available on the market are capable of displaying different aspect ratios. However, if you want the best results...

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Advantages of interactive whiteboards

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Interactive whiteboards are technology’s take on workplace whiteboards and classroom whiteboards. Although interactive whiteboards are not new, off late, businesses, schools, and universities have been using them extensively because of their various advantages. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons Interactive whiteboards can improve business workflow in the following five ways: Higher engagement during collaborative productions Unlike traditional whiteboards, interactive whiteboards have higher levels of engagement during collaborative production. Rather than having one-way presentations, all the employees of a business can engage in presentations. For example, they (employees) can use interactive whiteboards to vote or to answer questions from their seat. The interactive...

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4 Smart Ways To Enhance Your Whiteboard Experience

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Whiteboards are extensively used as a smart platform for fostering innovation and creativity in the corporate world. Studies indicate that the use of whiteboard offers a myriad of benefits such as better collaboration and brainstorming, effective problem solving and enhanced retention of ideas and concepts. Here is a list of four incredible ways in which you can effectively upgrade the whiteboard experience in your classroom training or corporate endeavors. Ensure Board Organization It is absolutely essential to plan out the way you are going to use your whiteboard before a presentation or training session. You can draw a rough sketch...

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