Transcribe online classes into notes, flashcards, and practice quizzes
Upload online class recordings to Duetoday to transcribe online classes instantly. Convert lectures into summaries, flashcards, and practice tools for better grades.
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Why transcribing online classes isn’t enough
Staring at a 10,000-word block of text from a recorded lecture is just as overwhelming as watching the video at 2x speed. While the goal is to transcribe online classes, a raw transcript is just data—it’s not knowledge. Without structure, you spend more time scrolling for keywords than actually learning the material.
Information overload from filler words and tangents makes reviewing inefficient.
Manual note-taking during live sessions causes you to miss critical context.
Transcripts lack the active recall tools needed to move info into long-term memory.
Quick win: Use the search function within Duetoday to find specific terms across all your transcribed classes instantly.
Common mistake: Thinking a printed transcript is a study guide. You need to transform that text into active tools like quizzes to actually retain it.
What you get in Duetoday
Duetoday is a retention-first AI learning workspace. It’s designed to be your secondary brain, turning every hour of video into a structured study system that helps you recall information the moment you need it.
Searchable transcript
When you transcribe online classes with Duetoday, every word becomes indexed. You can jump to the exact moment a professor mentioned a specific formula or project deadline without scrubbing through a timeline.
For example, if you're in a Biology class, search "mitosis" to see every time it was explained.
Best for: Fact-checking your own notes.
Best for: Finding specific quotes for assignments.
Smart summary
Duetoday strips away the "ums," "ahs," and administrative chatter. You get a concise, high-level overview of the lesson’s core concepts, organized logically so you can grasp the big picture in seconds.
In a history lecture, the summary will focus on the causes and effects of events rather than the professor's intro stories.
Best for: Pre-exam scanning.
Best for: Catching up on missed sessions quickly.
Study guide
Our AI analyzes the transcript to build a comprehensive study guide. It connects the dots between different parts of the lecture, ensuring you understand how concepts relate to one another within your workspace.
If your online class covers multiple chapters, the guide will group related themes together automatically.
Best for: Structured exam preparation.
Best for: Organizing semester-long content.
Flashcards (spaced repetition)
Don't just read—remember. Duetoday generates flashcards directly from your online class content. These are designed for spaced repetition, ensuring you focus on the terms you find most difficult.
A vocab-heavy language class can be turned into a deck of 50 flashcards in one click.
Best for: Memorizing definitions and formulas.
Best for: Long-term retention of core facts.
Practice quiz (active recall)
Test your knowledge before the real exam. Duetoday creates practice quizzes based on the specific transcript content to simulate a testing environment and highlight your knowledge gaps.
You can generate a 10-question multiple-choice quiz right after the class ends.
Best for: Reducing exam anxiety.
Best for: Identifying what you need to re-watch.
Key questions / action items
Every online class usually ends with tasks or upcoming requirements. Duetoday extracts these into a checklist so you never miss a homework assignment or a reading requirement mentioned in passing.
It will flag "Submit the lab report by Friday" as a clear action item with a checkbox.
Best for: Staying organized with deadlines.
Best for: Quick post-class task management.
Quick win: Review the "Action Items" list immediately after class to sync your deadlines with your calendar.
Common mistake: Ignoring the practice quizzes. Active recall is 3x more effective than re-reading the transcript.
How it works
Getting started with Duetoday is simple and takes less than a minute to set up your learning brain.
Upload: Drop your online class recording, audio file, or even a YouTube link into the Duetoday dashboard.
Process: Let the AI transcribe online classes and automatically generate your summaries, flashcards, and quizzes.
Study: Use the AI Tutor to ask questions about the material or dive straight into the generated practice tools.
Checklist before you upload
Ensure the audio is clear and not muffled by background noise.
Check if you have multiple parts of a single lecture to upload in bulk.
Make sure the file format is supported (MP3, MP4, WAV, etc.).
Identify if you want a custom summary template applied to the output.
Quick win: If your professor provides a YouTube link of the recording, just paste the URL to save upload time.
Common mistake: Forgeting to label your uploads. Organize by course name for the best "AI Brain" connectivity.
Made for online classes
Different subjects require different study methods. Duetoday adapts to the specific needs of your curriculum, whether you are in a technical bootcamp or a liberal arts seminar.
STEM Lectures
Focus on formulas, logic chains, and step-by-step problem-solving. The AI captures the sequence of operations perfectly.
You get: Structured step-by-step guides.
You get: Flashcards for formulas and laws.
Humanities & Social Sciences
Capture the nuance of debates, historical contexts, and theoretical frameworks mentioned during the online class.
You get: Thematic summaries of complex arguments.
You get: Key quote extractions for essay writing.
Language Learning
Transcribe online classes to see the spelling of new vocabulary and hear the phonetics in context later.
You get: Vocabulary lists in context.
You get: Practice quizzes for grammar rules.
Test Prep & Certification
Perfect for intensive courses where every minute of the recording contains potential exam questions.
You get: High-frequency topic identification.
You get: Mock exam questions based on the lecture.
Seminars & Discussions
Turn messy group conversations into a coherent set of notes that highlight different perspectives.
You get: Speaker-separated insights.
You get: A summary of group conclusions.
Quick win: Use the Mindmap feature for Humanities classes to visualize how different historical eras connect.
Common mistake: Only transcribing the main lecture. Use it for your TA sessions too—that's where the exam hints are!
The result: study faster, remember longer
The ultimate goal of using Duetoday to transcribe online classes is to free up your mental energy for deep understanding rather than clerical note-taking.
Total Context Mastery
Because Duetoday connects your transcripts with your PDFs and notes, you get a 360-degree view of your subject. You aren't just looking at one lecture; you're looking at your entire education.
What changes: No more fragmented notes across different apps.
What changes: Instantly seeing how a lecture relates to a textbook chapter.
Stress-Free Exam Weeks
When finals arrive, you won't be scrambling to re-watch hours of video. Your study system is already built, categorized, and ready for review.
What changes: Deep focus replaces last-minute panicking.
What changes: Reviewing 15 weeks of content in a single afternoon.
Better Academic Performance
By using active recall tools like flashcards and quizzes, you ensure that the information stays in your head long after the online class is finished.
What changes: Higher retention rates for complex details.
What changes: More confidence during live participation and exams.
"The AI brain changed how I prep for finals. I just upload my Zoom links and I have a full study suite ready by dinner."
Quick win: Set a goal to complete one AI-generated quiz within 24 hours of every class.
Common mistake: Waiting until the end of the month to upload. Transcribe online classes weekly to stay ahead of the curve.
Trust & workflow fit
Duetoday is built to fit into the modern student's workflow without adding friction. We know you use a variety of tools, and we want to be the hub that brings them all together for better learning outcomes.
Supported inputs: High-quality transcription for lecture audio, Zoom recordings, and voice memos.
Organization: A unified content library that keeps all your courses separated and searchable.
Sharing & Export: Easily move your generated notes into other documents or share them with study groups.
Privacy: Your data is protected with secure encryption, ensuring your academic work remains yours alone.
How accurate is the transcription for complex subjects?
Duetoday uses advanced AI models that handle technical jargon, scientific terms, and varied accents with high precision. It is specifically optimized for academic environments where terminology matters. If a word is highly specialized, the AI uses context from the rest of the lecture to ensure the best fit. You can always edit the text if a specific name or term needs Adjustment.
Can I transcribe multiple online classes at once?
Yes, Duetoday supports bulk uploads so you can process an entire week of lectures in one go. This allows the AI to connect themes across different sessions, building a more cohesive learning brain. You can organize these into specific folders or courses within your workspace. It saves hours of manual work compared to processing files one by one.
How do I turn the transcript into flashcards?
Once you transcribe online classes, look for the 'Study Tools' section in your library. With one click, Duetoday identifies key terms and definitions to generate a ready-to-use flashcard deck. You can then study these within the app or export them for other workflows. The cards are designed to facilitate active recall automatically.
What file types can I upload for transcription?
Duetoday supports most standard audio and video formats, including MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, and MOV. You can also import content directly from YouTube links or Google Drive. This flexibility ensures that no matter how your online class is delivered, you can get it into your study system. High-quality audio files will always produce the most accurate transcripts.
Can teachers use this to share notes with students?
Absolutely, many educators use Duetoday to create clean, structured notes from their live sessions to distribute to their class. It helps provide accessibility for students who may have missed the live session or those who need written support. You can easily share the generated summaries and study guides. It levels the playing field for all types of learners.
How is Duetoday different from a standard transcription tool?
Standard tools stop at the text; Duetoday starts there. We are an all-in-one learning workspace that turns that text into actionable study materials like quizzes and mindmaps. Our goal isn't just to give you the words, but to ensure you actually understand and recall them. It replaces the need for five different apps to manage your study workflow.
Are there tips for getting the best transcription results?
To get the best results when you transcribe online classes, ensure the recording device is close to the speaker if possible. If you are recording a Zoom or Teams meeting, using the direct digital recording will always be clearer than a voice memo from your phone. Clearer audio reduces the chance of hallucinations and improves the quality of the AI summaries. Using a high-speed internet connection also speeds up the processing time.
Is my data secure and private?
We prioritize your privacy and ensure that your uploads and generated materials are accessible only to you. Duetoday uses industry-standard encryption to protect your learning brain and all transcribed data. We do not sell your data to third parties. You have full control over your library and can delete content at any time.
Can I ask the AI questions about my online classes?
Yes, Duetoday features an AI Tutor chat that is context-aware of all your uploaded materials. You can ask it to "Explain the three laws mentioned in Tuesday's class" and it will answer based only on your transcripts. This prevents the AI from making up information from outside sources. It's like having a TA available 24/7 who has attended every one of your lectures.
Is there a limit to the length of classes I can transcribe?
Duetoday is built to handle long-form academic content, including three-hour seminars or short 15-minute briefings. Our infrastructure is optimized for high-volume text processing without losing focus on the details. Most users find it easily accommodates a full semester's worth of recordings. Check your specific plan for any monthly minute allocations.
Duetoday is an AI-powered learning OS that turns your study materials into personalised, bite-sized study guides, cheat sheets, and active learning flows.
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