Exploring the Usage and User-Perception of Interactive White Boards in Higher Education in North Cyprus

This study examines the usage of interactive white boards in universities in North Cyprus, as well as the perceptions of lecturers and students on its effectiveness in teaching and learning respectively. A total of 350 lecturers and students from six universities participated in this survey. Findings suggest that half of all universities surveyed employed the IWB technology and where employed, were available to only a few select faculties. Furthermore, majority of the students and lecturers surveyed perceived the use of IWBs as effective in the learning and teaching processes.