Our web extension streamlines online learning by eliminating the need for multiple tabs and windows.
With a handy side panel, learners can take notes directly alongside lectures and videos, maximizing focus and retention to ensure they don’t miss out on key information.
Our Chrome Extension makes it easy to capture notes from browser tabs, whether you’re recording a live lecture on Zoom, a module from an online course or a video on YouTube.
Open the side panel to create a new event. From there you’ll be able to take notes, add labels, take screenshots, insert slides and more. Once you’re done, end the recording and head back to the Glean app to review existing recordings, enhance your notes, and use our study tools like Quiz Me and Focus Timer!
Created with students in mind
Recorded lectures and online learning are fantastic for two key things: catching up and improving accessibility for all students. Our extension can benefit anybody learning online or using video content, particularly supporting:
Those with short-term absences due to illness or injury
Students with mental health conditions that make it harder to participate in lectures
Learners with disabilities that may make it harder to have full attendance
ESL students watching lectures back to minimize the language barrier.
To improve learning online
60% of students use online learning in some capacity, and an even larger 90% use online videos to supplement their learning. The new Chrome Extension makes Glean more user friendly for these students.
FAQs
What does the extension do?
The Glean extension allows you to create a new event within the tab and use all of Glean’s note taking functionality to capture information. To view existing events or to review notes after recording, you’ll need to head back to the Glean app!
Which Glean features can I use in the extension?
You can access all of Glean’s note-taking tools through the extension. If you wish to change settings, access the help menu, use the dark mode toggle, or study tools such as Quiz Me or Focus Timer, you must log into the app.
Is this extension available on all browsers?
This feature is available for Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge through the Chrome Web Store.
Can I use this extension with Zoom or Microsoft Teams?
This extension works with the web browser versions of any meeting/video software.
Please note that you will not be recorded if it’s an interactive lecture - if you need to use the microphone function, we recommend using the 'Browser Tab Audio & Mic' setting in Glean instead.
Can I see the audio, transcript and outline within the extension?
These are automatically toggled off for the best note taking experience and we would recommend waiting until you finish recording to do this within the Glean app after recording. However, you can toggle them on using the layout button.
Will the extension also record my microphone?
The extension currently only records audio from your device. We hope to add a microphone recording option in the future.
How do I access the event once I’ve finished recording?
Once you’ve finished recording, the event will appear in your Glean account straight away, ready for you to review!
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