Notetaking Technology Options Guide

Microsoft OneNote

Microsoft OneNote is a robust notetaking program that enables you to take notes, draw, keep lists, insert slides, and collaborate with other users. Create a digital notebook and sync it across your computer and mobile devices.

• Import PowerPoint or PDF slides into your notebook and annotate them right alongside your personal notes
• Take your notes by typing, or use a stylus or finger to draw on compatible devices
• Audio record your lectures as you type your notes, or insert videos and external files
• Convert handwritten notes to typed text, and read aloud with text-to-speech
• Save your multi-media notes to the cloud and share with classmates through Office 365

Microsoft OneNote Instructions

Available on: Windows, Mac, iPad, Android, iPhone, Web

Glean

Glean’s note taking solution records audio notes so you can capture and learn from information more effectively.

• Audio record your lecture, either in the classroom or online through your computer
• Compile audio, PDF slides, and typed notes in one place
• Quickly insert notes, headings, or tasks during lecture or review
• Stay focused using the clean, minimalistic design
• Save your notes and audio to a cloud

Glean Instructions

Consult with your Access Specialist to receive a license.

Available on: Android, iPhone, Web

Livescribe

What starts on paper, doesn't have to stay there. Livescribe smartpens bring your words and ideas into your digital world.

• Smartpens record everything you hear and write, creating a digital copy
• Capture words, diagrams, scribbles, symbols, and sync these to captured audio
• The Smartpen will continue to capture audio, even if you pause notetaking, so you won’t lose key information
• As you review, tap your notes on the Livescribe notebook page and the pen will playback the instructor’s audio, spoken at the time of writing.
• Transfer your notes to a computer or phone to create and organize virtual notebooks

Consult with your Access Specialist to receive a pen and notebook.

Available on: Windows, Mac, iPad, Amazon, Android, iPhone, Web

If you have any tech questions or concerns about any assistive technology, please feel free to schedule a tech appointment with a member of our SLDS Assistive Technology staff.