From Chalkboards to Smartboards: The Evolution of Teaching

About the Book

From Chalkboards to Smartboards: The Evolution of Teaching traces the history of teaching across more than a century of change, moving from the oral gurukul tradition through blackboards, whiteboards, radio, television, computers, the internet, smartboards, and now artificial intelligence. Rather than favouring "traditional" or "modern" methods, the book examines each era on its own terms, asking what problem every new tool solved and what it may have cost along the way.
Across eleven chapters, the book also follows the evolving roles of the teacher, from sole source of knowledge to facilitator and mentor, and the learner, from passive recipient to active, self-directed participant. Each chapter combines historical and educational discussion with real classroom examples, an advantages-and-challenges comparison, "Did You Know?" facts, and a dedicated section connecting global developments to the Indian education landscape, including NEP 2020, DIKSHA, EDUSAT, and CBSE's AI curriculum.
Written by Kajal Sharma, Assistant Professor at Chenab College of Education, Jammu, the book is intended for teacher educators, student-teachers, school leaders, and anyone curious about how classrooms evolved and where they may be headed next, offering both a history of teaching technology and a framework for evaluating whatever tool arrives in the classroom next.

About the Author 

Kajal Sharma is an accomplished education professional and dedicated academician serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Chenab College of Education, Kalu Chak, Jammu. With a strong academic background and a deep interest in education, teaching, and learning, she has developed a professional journey focused on contributing meaningfully to the field of education.
She holds a B.Sc., B.Ed., M.Ed., and M.Sc. in Zoology, reflecting her multidisciplinary academic foundation. Her qualifications demonstrate her commitment to both scientific knowledge and the field of teacher education. She has also qualified the UGC NET in Education, further strengthening her academic and professional credentials. In addition, she has successfully qualified CTET Paper I and Paper II, demonstrating her understanding of teaching methodologies and educational practices across different levels of schooling.
As an Assistant Professor, Kajal Sharma is actively involved in teaching, academic activities, and the development of future educators. Her educational perspective combines subject knowledge with an understanding of effective teaching and learning processes. She believes that education is not limited to the transmission of knowledge; it is a powerful means of developing confidence, critical thinking, values, and responsible individuals.
Through her academic work and professional experience, Kajal Sharma continues to contribute to the field of education with dedication, sincerity, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Her journey reflects a passion for teaching and a strong belief in the transformative power of education.