Since interactive flat panels (IFPs) started replacing traditional projectors and whiteboards, they’ve become a classroom staple. The bright, intuitive, responsive touchscreen technology makes lessons far more engaging and collaborative than ever before, but their value goes far beyond lesson delivery.
The right interactive display will support both classroom learning and broader school operations—which is one reason ours have become so popular. With energy-saving features, seamless IT management and the ability to connect wirelessly with communication tools, they provide a smarter, more unified experience for students, teachers and administrators alike.
The Power of Visual Technology
The human brain processes visual information rapidly, interpreting images in as little as 13 milliseconds, according to MIT neuroscientists. This makes visual technology a powerful tool for improving comprehension and retention. When students engage with images, diagrams and interactive content, they are more likely to understand and remember the material.
Interactive displays leverage this power by combining touch, movement and multimedia elements to create lessons that are truly dynamic and engaging. Instead of passively absorbing information, students interact with concepts directly, reinforcing learning through visual, kinesthetic and collaborative experiences.
For students who need extra support, visual technology is great for breaking down complex information into more digestible formats, empowering all learners to actively participate and engage with the content.
Enhancing Accessibility for All Students
Not every student experiences learning in the same way, and visual technology plays a crucial role in making education more inclusive. For students who are deaf or hard of hearing, interactive displays provide visual reinforcement that a traditional lecture or audio-based lesson cannot with features like:
- Clear, high-resolution visuals, making information accessible at a glance.
- Annotations and whiteboarding that help students follow along visually.
- Screen mirroring that displays content on screens of assistive devices.
Scalable for the Future of EdTech
In keeping with Boxlight’s commitment to providing integrated classroom technology that scales easily, our interactive flat panels are designed to evolve with future technology, making them a great long-term investment for modern schools. As classrooms continue to integrate AI-powered learning tools, immersive digital experiences, and cloud-based collaboration, these displays can adapt intuitively without requiring constant hardware replacements.
- They integrate with existing school communication systems to enhance real-time updates, emergency notifications, and digital signage.
- They support cloud-based learning, so students and teachers can access and share lessons from anywhere.
- They allow seamless connectivity with assistive technologies, ensuring inclusivity as new tools emerge.
- They enable video conferencing and remote learning, making education accessible beyond the physical classroom.
With hybrid learning environments, AI-driven teaching tools and personalized learning on the rise, schools that invest in scalable, future-ready displays will be well-positioned to embrace emerging innovations without disrupting learning.
Efficient Campus Communication
Rather than relying on intercom messages and printed flyers, schools now push real-time updates to classrooms, hallways, and common areas with ease. And with built-in digital signage capabilities, interactive displays ensure that messages are both heard and seen as they are broadcast to every screen in the building.
Clevertouch displays integrate with PA systems and bell schedules to ensure that time-sensitive information reaches the right people instantly. Whether it’s a schedule change, an urgent weather alert, or an event reminder, schools can use the same technology they’re using for instruction to keep students and staff informed throughout the day.
Lower Energy Costs and Enhanced Efficiency
Traditional projectors, running for eight hours a day, five days a week, can consume significant energy and require frequent maintenance, including bulb replacements and continuous cooling to prevent overheating. Interactive displays offer a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative, reducing electricity costs while providing an immersive and engaging learning experience.
Our displays take this further with automated power scheduling, ensuring that screens turn off when they’re not in use. Remote monitoring tools also allow IT teams to track power consumption and adjust settings across multiple classrooms, helping schools optimize energy use while reducing waste.
A Brighter, More Interactive Classroom for Every Student
Interactive displays enhance education for all students, creating an environment that is more engaging, accessible and efficient. Whether you’re purchasing them to support students with diverse learning needs, improve school-wide communication, adapt to future technology or all of the above, you’re adopting more than just screens—you’re building a more inclusive, connected, future-ready learning environment that scales.