There is a lot of buzz about SMART’s new Touch Recognition feature.  Being able to write, move and erase without having to replace the pen seems like a great new addition to the excellent features of the SMARTBoard.  I just have one concern.  Will my students no longer be able to write with their finger?  They LOVE to do this and I am wondering if it will still be an option for those students who have a hard time holding the pen.  I am also wondering if I will be able to write with a capped pen.  You see, I often wander around my classroom with my SMARTBoard pen in my hand.  (I’ll bet you can see where I am going with this….) I can not tell you how many times I have placed the pen on my desk or the back counter and then proceeded to need it as I make my way back to the board to continue with my lesson.  I usually do one of two things.  Pick up a capped dry erase marker or ink pen and use it…or simply switch the pens that are still in the tray around to get the desired color. 

Here is a quick video to show you what all of the hype is about.  I can’t wait to try it out to see its effects on how the kids currently use the board.

What do you think?  Are you going to like this new feature?