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How do I turn a lecture recording into study notes?
Short answer
Record the lecture with the Acta mobile app, or upload an MP3 or M4A recording, with the Lecture notes template turned on. Acta writes study notes: key concepts in teaching order, definitions and examples, points marked as examinable, review questions and the assignments mentioned.
How to do it with Acta
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Turn on Lecture notes
In Templates, turn on Lecture notes.
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Record or upload
Record in the room with the mobile app, or upload a recording.
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Revise
Open the Templates tab for the study notes.
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Ask questions
Ask Acta about the lecture, and get the answer from what was said.
What you get
- Concepts in teaching order
- Examinable points flagged
- Review questions
- Works for online lectures too
Good to know
Can I record lectures?
Only where your university allows it. Ask the lecturer if you're not sure.
Is there a free option?
Acta is free for 15 days, with unlimited recordings and transcriptions.