Alert: Changes are coming to ADA Title II. Learn more about the ATI's Digital Content Accessibility Action Plan (DCAAP)!

By April 24, 2026, George Mason University must ensure all its websites and mobile apps comply with ADA Title II and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA - making digital content accessible for everyone, including people with disabilities. Click the link below to learn more about the ATI's plan for this effort!Read more
Assistive Technology Initiative

Glean

Glean is an online, browser-based note taking platform (app versions are available on Android and iOS devices). The app is designed to support students with taking better notes during class and increase retention during post lecture study.

Glean Features:

  • Record audio lectures (from microphone or device audio)
  • Synchronize typed notes with audio
  • Import course slides and images
  • Audio transcription (i.e., converting audio to text)

screen shot of example notes in glean

Glean Resources

How can I get access to Glean?

Priority is given to Mason students who are approved for accommodations (i.e., through Disability Services). To request an account, please contact the ATI Office at [email protected].