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Tameside LEA conducted research into the advantages and disadvantages of interactive whiteboards and plasma screens. They discovered that:
Reported disadvantages of interactive whiteboards
- Pupils experienced problems with their shadow.
- Pupils did not always understand the importance of not staring at the projector beam and there were health and safety concerns.
- The fixed position at the height considered appropriate for pupil use was inappropriate when the board was used for whole class teaching.
- A portable interactive whiteboard was being asked for so that it could be used to support learning in different zones.
- The image on the whiteboard is grainy and presents a certain amount of glare.
Positive outcomes of the plasma screen
- The Plasma can be used effectively for a number of activities involving different numbers of participants.
- Very popular with all pupils using it during 'free choice'.
- Motivated pupils during group work
- Creates no shadows
- Presents no health and safety concerns in respect of projectors.
- Can be height adjusted to accommodate any situation or user.
- Can be moved around the classroom setting so it can be used in different zones.
- Has a clear image with no glare.
Heather Truelove
Primary ICT Consultant, Tameside LEA
Comparison between Plasma and LCD technology
Plasma |
LCD |
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| Contrast | Intense blacks, realistic colours and tones | Bright whites, greyish blacks |
| Colour | Widest gamut of colours | Vivid colours |
| Screen Size | Best suits larger screens | Best suits smaller screens |
| Response Time | Best crisp, detailed motion | Not ideal for handling fast motion |
| Resolution | HDTV Ready | HDTV Ready |
| Sharpness | Very naturalistic | Unnatural rendering |
| Image Processing | Focuses on picture enhancement | Focuses on countering LCD weaknesses |
| Screen | Uses screen-savers, durable surface (eg. glass, Perspex) | Susceptible to damage such as touching |
| Viewing Angle | Widest viewing angle without loss | Widest viewing angle without loss |
| Value | Best for big screens | Best for small screens |
More information on the differences between plasma and LCD technology.
Also see:
Overview
Case Studies – and what our customers have to say
Related Products – ideal software for the plasma and some useful hardware too
Technical Specification
Demonstration/Training – see the Plasma Screen at a venue near you!
Purchasing and Pricing
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