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Goodbye Glean, Hello Genio

Glean rebrands as Genio, launches The Confident Notetaker’s Masterclass and Genio Present, our new presentation support tool.

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Goodbye Glean, Hello Genio
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Better Learning

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Build your note taking confidence with Genio’s interactive short course
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Build your note taking confidence with Genio’s interactive short course

Say hello to our new course that empowers you to become a better, more confident note taker.
3 student-proven time management techniques that work
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3 student-proven time management techniques that work

From navigating demanding college schedules to excelling in the professional sphere, time management is a vital skill. Genio's student ambassador, Sherrie Zhao, shares her first-hand experiences and proven techniques for mastering this essential skill, offering valuable insights for students and professionals alike.
How Genio (formerly Glean) helps first generation students overcome challenges
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How Genio (formerly Glean) helps first generation students overcome challenges

Being the first in your family to step onto a university campus is a triumph. But beneath the pride lies a unique landscape of pressures and uncharted territories. This blog explores the hurdles first gen students encounter and how Genio Notes provides the support needed to unlock their full potential.
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Disability Services

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Navigating budget restrictions: a comprehensive guide to maximizing departmental resources
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Navigating budget restrictions: a comprehensive guide to maximizing departmental resources

Higher education professionals face increasing pressure to do more with less and maximize limited resources. In this article, we explore tips, strategies, and success stories for adopting assistive technology and effectively planning budgets.
The power of inclusive language and technology
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The power of inclusive language and technology

In a recent webinar, Leslie Smith, Manager of the Access Center at Volunteer State Community College, shared a powerful insight into the transformative impact of language and technology.
The future of disability services in higher education
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The future of disability services in higher education

Disability services are experiencing significant change. To explore this, and how they may continue to evolve, we sat down with Christa Price, Assistive Technology Specialist at California State University, Northridge, and Aaron Holmes, Access Specialist at MiraCosta College.
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Genio News

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Student confidence increases by 84% in pre-launch testing after completing The Confident Notetaker's Masterclass
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Student confidence increases by 84% in pre-launch testing after completing The Confident Notetaker's Masterclass

Before launching our first online course, The Confident Notetaker's Masterclass, we ensured in depth testing and research took place, to ensure it was carefully crafted to address challenges faced by students. Here, we take a look at the research and findings that took place behind the scenes.
Rebranding to Genio: The journey to unlock better learning
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Rebranding to Genio: The journey to unlock better learning

We're excited to announce that Glean is now Genio, with more for learners than ever before! Join us as we step into this new chapter, dedicated to unlocking better learning for everyone.
Goodbye Glean, Hello Genio
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Goodbye Glean, Hello Genio

Glean rebrands as Genio, launches The Confident Notetaker’s Masterclass and Genio Present, our new presentation support tool.
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Genio for Professionals

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Dyslexia in the workplace: fostering inclusion for individuals with dyslexia
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Dyslexia in the workplace: fostering inclusion for individuals with dyslexia

Dyslexia isn't one-size-fits-all. It manifests differently in everyone, with its own set of unique challenges. That means organisations need to foster a culture of inclusion to unlock the untapped potential of their team.
Workplace mental health: the impact on productivity and performance
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Workplace mental health: the impact on productivity and performance

Much like our physical health, without care and attention our mental health can deteriorate. Here we explore the impact that can have in the workplace.
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Success Stories

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How Genio Notes helped two students become more confident learners
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How Genio Notes helped two students become more confident learners

Meet Beki and Samantha, two Genio ambassadors who share how Genio Notes has helped them to developed better learning habits, empowering them to become confident, successful students.
Returning to education: How mature students are using Genio (formerly Glean)
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Returning to education: How mature students are using Genio (formerly Glean)

It can be daunting returning to education as a mature student, but with the right support, it can be incredibly rewarding. This blog shares the stories of two mature students, and how they successfully navigated new learning challenges.
Community Story: How Marymount Manhattan dropped peer notes
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Community Story: How Marymount Manhattan dropped peer notes

We spoke to Lindsay Green, Assistant Director of Disability Services, about how her students have learned to love assistive technology and move away from peer notetakers.
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Supporting Students

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Empowering non traditional students through inclusive support in California
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Empowering non traditional students through inclusive support in California

Explore how California colleges leverage technology and AI to support non-traditional students. Guest speakers, Will Pines and Bianca Hernandez, discuss how their institutions are enhancing accessibility and fostering inclusive education through tools like Genio and universal design.

Adapting to the New Majority: How Massachusetts institutions are revolutionizing student support
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Adapting to the New Majority: How Massachusetts institutions are revolutionizing student support

This blog explores how Massachusetts colleges are adapting their student support systems to meet the evolving needs of today's new majority learners. Guest speakers, Cody Johnson and Erin Mayo, highlight how tools like Genio, combined with universal design and decentralized support, are empowering a more diverse student body to achieve academic success and build confidence.
Productive friction and the future of learning: An AI driven approach
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Productive friction and the future of learning: An AI driven approach

AI will not replace education. But it continues to reshape the foundations and fundamentals. Here, Genio's Chief Technology Officer, Josh Nesbitt, explores how to find the right balance for an AI driven learning future.
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Tech Blog

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How Genio is using AI in software engineering
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How Genio is using AI in software engineering

In this blog, we'll shares how we are using AI in Engineering at Genio, what is working well and where the limitations still are. We'll also share how we are thinking about AI as a valuable part of our long-term toolkit.
The engineer housewife: An unconventional role for tech companies
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The engineer housewife: An unconventional role for tech companies

Here we discuss the concept of an 'Engineer Housewife' - a role focused on maintaining and organizing the engineering environment to boost efficiency and collaboration, ultimately allowing engineers to focus on innovation.
Genio (formerly Glean) Engineering away day: a winning formula for success
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Genio (formerly Glean) Engineering away day: a winning formula for success

Our Head of Engineering, Mala Benn, sheds light on the recent Genio Engineering away day and shares her 10 top tips that made the day a roaring success.
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Working at Genio

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What having a growth mindset means at Genio
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What having a growth mindset means at Genio

Here, we take a look at one of Genio's core values - having a growth mindset. We take a look at what Genio offers to help employees personal development, and what some of the team say.
Genio (formerly Glean) in Minnesota: The big customer road trip
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Genio (formerly Glean) in Minnesota: The big customer road trip

Find out what our team of Genios got up to when they visited seven higher education institutions based in Minnesota.
Wellbeing in the workplace: perks and benefits at Genio (formerly Glean)
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Wellbeing in the workplace: perks and benefits at Genio (formerly Glean)

Take a peek behind the curtain to see what it's like to work at Genio and what benefits we can offer.
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