Using a white (dry erase) board to study

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Another thread on laptops included comments about using a white (dry erase) board for studying. At least a couple people expressed interest in hearing how others use their white board to study, so I'm starting a new thread on the topic.

If you love using a white board to study, tell us your favorite techniques for using the board.

Where can you buy a white erase board online?

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Since this post is full of white board lovers, anyone know how to get something uneraseable off of one?

I had an issue with one of our dry erase markers - it stopped being erasable and there's writing stuck on every white board in the house!

Have you tried a Magic Eraser?

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Where can you buy a white erase board online?

Staples, Walmart, Office Max, Office Depot, Target...

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Since this post is full of white board lovers, anyone know how to get something uneraseable off of one?

I had an issue with one of our dry erase markers - it stopped being erasable and there's writing stuck on every white board in the house!

Try a magic eraser.

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I have a gut feeling that the Magic Eraser would affect the finish/porosity of the board and potentially make it so that anything you write over where it was used will not erase either. I'd definitely test that option off in a corner and see how well the board works where you did the trial.

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Have you tried solutions like 90 to 99% isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or the commercial cleaner? I've had some luck with using a fresh marker over old marker, then erasing the fresh marker.

Nope, honestly I haven't tried anything yet out of fear of ruining the boards. But I'll try the suggestions, for sure! Thanks!

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I currently have a small dry erase board that I used for writing to do lists but is no longer being used. You have given me a great idea on studying with mock lectures. I usually talk to myself in my head and explain it to myself that way but using the board and speaking out loud would probably help me retain and comprehend the information much better. I shall try!

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I have a gut feeling that the Magic Eraser would affect the finish/porosity of the board and potentially make it so that anything you write over where it was used will not erase either. I'd definitely test that option off in a corner and see how well the board works where you did the trial.

According to the website for Mr Clean (the company that makes Magic Eraser), it says you can use it on dry erase boards.

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Must purchase a dry erase board now!

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I have a large one in my home office. I use it to write inspirational quotes, important things due or coming up, etc.!

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i prefer using a whiteboard over using tons of notebook paper for practicing math problems, esp. algebra.

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I just want to get a wall as a sight board. Lol

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