Black and White Boards

The chalkboard has been a staple of American education for many years. The design is quite simple; a long black board spanning almost an entire classroom and a ledge for the chalk and erasers. The surface of the chalkboard is rough. There is almost always a dusty coat of chalk on the chalkboard at all times. Chalk and erasers line the ledge in front of the board at all times. The dust the chalkboard creates can cause one to wheeze or cough, and the squeaking of the chalk can cause one to cringe. When somebody sees a chalkboard in a classroom, there first question is usually, “Why don’t we have a white board?” Although times have changed, the chalkboard will remain a classic symbol of American education.



The white board is very sleek and clean looking. Its white dry-erase board and sleek chrome ledge give it a very contemporary look. Instead of chalk, the white boards are lined with dry erase expo markers and erasers. There is usually never any residue left behind from the expo markers. The surface of the white board is smooth; it is easy for one to write on without cringing or making their hands messy. White boards are rapidly replacing chalkboards within classrooms. It is pretty rare to see a chalkboard in a new classroom or building. The white board represents the future of American education.