Learn SMART

Getting Started with SMART Notebook

Learn the ins-and-outs in five easy steps

How do I get started?

Simply pick one tile from each tab below to try out, and you’ll be a pro in no time!
Come back and try new tiles when you’re ready for more.

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    1. Create

  • A circular image with a finger pointing upwards towards a display.

    2. Enhance

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    3. Engage

  • An image of a circle with a person gesturing towards a screen.

    4. Deliver

  • A graphic of a circle with two browser tabs displayed.

    5. Share

Step 1

Create

Choose how to start building a lesson or resource.

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Build a lesson

Create a lesson from scratch or import existing materials.

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Add images

A picture is worth a thousand words! Add powerful visuals.

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Add text and shapes

Quickly add shapes and text to create interactive lesson components.

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Step 2

Enhance

Add interactivity to enhance the lesson.

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Create a game-based activity

Create an engaging game-based activity in five minutes or less. (Available with Notebook Plus subscription)

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Create an assessment

Assessments made easy: Check in on student learning! (Available with Notebook Plus subscription)

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Add a video

Show your students the world! Watch videos without commercials.

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Step 3

Engage

Encourage student participation and engagement.

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Use Infinite Cloners

Turn digital images into manipulatives. The possibilities are endless!

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Add a widget

Use widgets to include fun interactive tools in any lesson.

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Add hyperlinks

Explore beyond the classroom using links to supplement your lesson.

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Use the pen tools

Write or draw with digital ink. Make learning visual with a variety of pens.

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Step 4

Deliver

Facilitate a lesson.

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Use dual page mode

See and interact with two pages at once. (Available with Notebook Plus subscription)

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Add a screen shade

Reveal only what you want your students to see to add a little curiosity in your lessons.

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Add a game element

Add game elements to any interactive activity. (Available with Notebook Plus subscription)

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Step 5

Share

Share the lesson you've created with students and colleagues.

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Share with teachers

Work smarter, not harder - the more we share, the more we have!

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Share with students

Put interactive lessons, notes, and activities in your students' hands, in or out of class.

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