Teacher and student inking on a SMART Board RX series display.

iQ apps for educators

The helping hands you didn't know you needed

With ready-to-use apps, intuitive AI tools, and instant student connection, iQ helps you deepen learning and keep every student involved.

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Tools that make it easier to teach and engage

Not enough prep time? We've got you. Start lessons faster with built-in apps and workflows that keep students focused and engaged from the moment class begins.

No more tech juggling. Students can join, collaborate, and contribute from any device in the room with NO extra steps, apps, or setup,

Purpose-built AI tools help teachers save time and do more, without ever putting student data at risk.

See how iQ brings lessons to life

Watch how built-in teaching tools and intuitive workflows make it easy to spark engagement and keep learning moving.

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Accessibility isn't optional – it's essential.

Inclusive design supports every learner. iQ’s Tool Explorer and Digital Manipulatives unlock diverse methods of action and expression, ensuring that every learner can demonstrate their understanding through flexible, interactive pathways – because every learner deserves a voice.

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SMART solutions with iQ 4 OS:

MX Series

Engagement elevated.

RX Series

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SMART AM60 appliance

The latest SMART embedded computing, EDLA-licensed by Google, at a value that can’t be beaten.

Teachers see the impact it (SMART) is having on learning and teaching, and that it's supporting the excellence that already takes place.

Andrea Murphy, Principal, St Mary's, Charleville

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Teaching tools that keep students engaged

Not enough prep time? We’ve got you. Built into the iQ whiteboard, teachers can boost engagement for any topic without breaking stride. No setup, no learning curve.

What’s included:

Power participation and collaboration across every student device.

  • Whole-class collaboration
  • Exit tickets
  • Lumio integration
  • More features
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Quick connections, quality learning.

iQ4 connects student devices in seconds – so teachers can teach, not troubleshoot.

Let students lead the learning. With iQ 4, students can share ideas in real time, brainstorm together, and build skills that matter. Teachers keep control over which pages are collaborative – only with SMART.

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Exit tickets

Guide collaboration and get feedback that matters with a built-in library of exit-tickets for student devices – ONLY with SMART.

Want to know what stuck – and what didn't – before the bell rings?

SMART's walk-up-and-use whiteboard makes it easy to launch ready-made exit tickets that work across subjects and grade levels.

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Lumio learning

Forget printing and passing. Teachers launch Lumio handouts and group spaces in seconds from the iQ 4 whiteboard – no prep, no paper, no hassle. It’s handouts that hand themselves out. ONLY with SMART.

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More tools to connect student devices:

iQ whiteboard

  • Broadcast lesson
  • Student-paced learning mode
  • Teacher-led learning mode
  • Per-page collaboration controls

SMART Mirror screen share

  • Broadcast screen
  • 9 device screen share
  • Teacher moderation
  • and more

Safe, secure and purposeful in-app AI tools

Teachers can access the power of AI to save time and support lessons on the fly. Learn how SMART is designing AI for the classroom.

AI inking tools

Go from scribbles to shareables.

Whether it's jotting down student ideas, adding emoji, or writing maths equations*, AI ink-to-text turns freehand writing and drawing into digital assets that are easy to copy, edit, and share.

(*Coming in 2026)

AI translate

Every student, any language. SMART's whiteboard translates words and text on the fly – making lessons more inclusive and supporting language learning with ease.

AI Select

Save time and extend learning. iQ4’s new AI search means teachers can get quick answers or context without breaking the flow of a lesson.

(Coming in 2026)

The AI tools you already know and love:

Google Gemini

Talk, touch, teach. Use built-in Google Gemini AI with the SMART Board microphone to blend voice-generated commands, content, and multi-touch interaction – so teachers can create, adapt, and teach on the fly. No typing. No toggling. Just teaching.

Lumio

Prep time, meet AI. Lumio's AI tools instantly generate standards-aligned lessons, handouts and quizzes – so teachers spend less time planning and more time teaching. Discover Lumio AI.

Smarter tools. Stronger teaching.

With easy-to-use education tools, AI features, and effortless student participation, iQ gives you everything you need to create engaging, meaningful learning – right from the display.

Ready to see how SMART displays elevate the full iQ experience? Explore our lineup:

MX Series

Engagement elevated.

RX Series

Explore what’s possible.

SMART AM60 appliance

The latest SMART embedded computing, EDLA-licensed by Google, at a value that can’t be beaten.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What teaching apps come built into iQ displays?
    iQ includes interactive whiteboarding, SMART Mirror screen sharing, browser tools, Ink tools, and more – all ready to use the moment you walk up to your display. Timers, spinners, and dice pair with screen capture, recording tools, and even your beloved screen shade to make teaching a snap.
  • Can students participate using their own devices?
    Yes, students can easily connect from Chromebooks, laptops, tablets, or phones to collaborate, share ideas, and interact with lesson content through iQ's built-in tools.
  • Can I use Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 files with iQ apps?
    Yes, iQ integrates with both platforms, letting you open, create, and edit files directly on the display using Android apps.
  • How does SMART approach its use of AI in iQ 4?

    SMART is committed to the ethical and responsible use of AI for classrooms. SMART remains a security-conscious brand that aligns with policy and procurement criteria.

    We aim to deliver AI-based tools and experiences that:

    • Supplement instead of replace
    • Complement teachers’ existing workflows
    • Save time in the classroom and provide actionable insights
    • Delight and engage students and teachers
    • Bring peace of mind to technology decision makers
  • How do SMART Boards and iQ 4 work with Google and Microsoft tools?
    SMART Boards with iQ 4 offer built-in integrations and interoperability with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, allowing teachers to access, create, and edit files directly on the display.
  • Can I use my SMART Board with iQ with Google Slides, Google Classroom, Google Workspace tools, and other Android apps?
    Yes! SMART displays with iQ can install Android apps from the Google Play store. Write over any Android app with built-in ink tools without freezing the screen, then save your annotations and edit them in the whiteboard to extend learning. Share to Google Classroom to effortlessly create assignments for your class.
  • Is Lumio required to use my SMART Board?
    No, but Lumio is a powerful solution for preparing lessons for use on your SMART Board. Lumio helps teachers prep in minutes, not hours. Use ready-made resources or let standards-aligned AI build your lesson pages and quizzes – so you walk in ready to teach, not scramble. Deliver your Lumio lesson in the iQ whiteboard or the built-in Lumio app. Get started with Lumio free.
  • Does SMART Notebook work with iQ4?
    Use your SMART Notebook files in the iQ4 whiteboard for more engaging teaching and learning. SMART Notebook – included free with your SMART Board interactive display – can be installed on unlimited Windows and Mac computers to create lessons for your SMART Board with iQ4.