New Delhi [India], March 23: As India accelerates the adoption of artificial intelligence in education, SMART Technologies has reinforced its commitment to a teacher-first approach to AI adoption, emphasizing that technology must enhance classroom teaching rather than replace educators. The announcement comes amid growing national focus on AI-led education reforms, where policymakers and institutions are exploring how intelligent technologies can be effectively integrated into learning environments. SMART Technologies underlined that while AI presents opportunities to personalize learning and improve efficiency, its impact will depend on how effectively it supports teachers in real classroom settings.
“India’s AI moment in education is real, and it is accelerating,” said Anshul Srivastav, Country Head, India, SMART Technologies. “However, technology alone cannot transform learning. The real transformation happens through teachers. AI should equip educators with better insights, tools, and time to focus on students, rather than attempting to replace the human connection at the core of learning.”
SMART Technologies has built its approach to classroom AI around this principle, especially through Lumio, the browser-based teaching companion that brings AI capability and human creativity together. Lumio’s AI Assist not only enables teachers to quickly generate quiz-based activities, but also full lessons with just a single prompt, significantly reducing preparation time while maintaining control over content and delivery. The platform also enables teachers to customize learning materials according to grade levels, design interactive classroom activities, and track student engagement in real time, ensuring that AI supports instruction without limiting educator autonomy.
The company emphasizes the importance of equitable access to AI-enabled education, noting that the benefits of such technologies must extend beyond well-resourced urban institutions. AI-driven tools, including translation features and accessibility support, can help bridge learning gaps and make educational resources more widely available across diverse geographies.
To support this vision, the company is strengthening its presence in India through local manufacturing initiatives in Andhra Pradesh and partnerships with education institutions and stakeholders across Tier-1, Tier-2, and Tier-3 markets, aimed at expanding access to interactive and AI-enabled classroom technologies.
“India’s ambition to build an AI-ready workforce will ultimately be shaped in classrooms,” Srivastav added. “Ensuring that teachers are equipped with the right tools and confidence to integrate AI into everyday learning is critical to achieving this goal.”
As India continues to advance its digital education ecosystem, SMART Technologies maintains that the most effective AI solutions will be those that empower teachers, enhance learning experiences, and make education more engaging, inclusive, and accessible.
About SMART Technologies
SMART Technologies is a pioneering force in the development of interactive technology solutions. Renowned for SMART Board® interactive displays and comprehensive software offerings, the company is dedicated to creating engaging, inclusive, and collaborative learning and working environments. Since 1987, SMART has been creating connections that matter to users worldwide. With a focus on quality, innovation, and inclusion, SMART Technologies continues to drive advancements in education and business technology globally. To learn more, visit www.smarttech.com.
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