aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Design and technology
What age group	Adult courses
What topic	How to use your BenQ in your lessons
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Engaging Lesson Opening: Utilizing Your BenQ in Design and Technology

Introduction

Welcome to our Design and Technology course! Today, we’re diving into an exciting aspect of modern teaching—using the BenQ interactive display in your lessons. To kick things off, let's begin with a creative icebreaker that sets the stage for exploration and innovation.

Icebreaker Activity: "The BenQ Guessing Game"

Objective

Engage participants and activate their prior knowledge about technology in the classroom while introducing them to the capabilities of the BenQ display.

Materials Needed

• A BenQ interactive display set up and ready to use.
• Post-it notes or a digital polling tool (if available).
• Markers or pens.

Instructions

1. Setup the Display: Ensure the BenQ interactive screen is turned on and displaying a fun welcoming slide. This could include a colorful image of the BenQ in action or a quote about innovation in design and technology.

2. Draw Participants In: Ask participants to think about their past experiences with technology in the classroom. Prompt them with questions like:

   • What technology tools do you remember using?
   • How has technology changed your learning experiences over time?

3. BenQ Features Exploration:

   • On “Post-it” notes (or digitally), participants should write one word or phrase related to their expectations of using the BenQ display in their lessons. Encourage creativity—words can range from "collaboration" to "interactive learning."
   • As they share, encourage them to think about how these words can be visualized or represented on the BenQ display.

4. Interactive Board Display:

   • Use the BenQ to collect and display the contributions. Participants can stick their notes directly onto the screen if using a writable/interactive surface, or you can type them into a digital poster format on the display.
   • Engage the group in a discussion about how each of these terms or concepts relates to their teaching or learning experiences.

5. Transition to Content Delivery:

   • Conclude the activity by highlighting key features of the BenQ display that relate to the shared words. For instance, if participants mention “collaboration,” demonstrate features like screen mirroring or group work apps on the BenQ.

Conclusion

This icebreaker will not only foster engagement but also prepare participants for a deep dive into how to effectively use the BenQ display in their teaching practice. By connecting personal experiences with the advanced features of their new tool, you’ll set a positive tone for an interactive and productive session in your Design and Technology course.

Next Steps

• Hands-On Activity: After this engaging start, you can segue into a hands-on demonstration where participants will learn to navigate the BenQ software, cultivate lesson ideas, and brainstorm how to incorporate the interactive display into their own lesson plans effectively.

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By starting your lesson with this creative idea, participants will feel engaged, valued, and ready to embrace new technology in a collaborative learning environment. Happy teaching!