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Genio (fka Glean)

Study companion focused on organizing notes, generating review materials, and turning class content into repeatable study workflows.

Reading/ELAWritingScienceSocial Studies
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Turn source docs into a parent-ready study brief

Turn source docs into a parent-ready study brief

Upload notes and reading, then generate summaries and practice questions.

Editorial overview

Is Genio (fka Glean) the right fit for your family?

Genio is a study-organization tool that helps students and families capture class content, structure notes, and convert that material into practical review outputs. For middle-school households, it can reduce the "where do we start" problem by turning scattered notes and assignments into a clear weekly plan.

Its advantage is workflow orchestration: collecting notes, turning them into focused study assets, and helping parents maintain consistency across subjects. Families get the best results when they use it as a planning and consolidation layer rather than a one-click homework answer tool.

Feature set

Centralized note and study material organization
AI-assisted summarization of class notes
Task and study plan support for weekly routines
Review asset creation from existing learning material
Workflow structure for multi-subject study management
Company: Genio (formerly Glean)Launched: Originally launched as Glean; now branded as GenioPlatforms: Web, iOS, Android

Decision snapshot

Setup time

25-35 min initial setup

Weekly time

3-4 sessions/week, 15-25 min each

Parent effort

Medium

Student independence

Medium

Pricing: Plan options vary by account type and region; verify current offerings in official product pages.

Platforms: Web, iOS, Android

Last reviewed: 2026-02-08

Best for

  • Families juggling multiple subjects and assignments
  • Converting raw notes into study-ready summaries
  • Building structured weekly after-school plans
  • Students who need organization support more than answer help

Watch-outs

  • Setup quality strongly affects downstream usefulness
  • Can feel complex if too many workflows are added at once
  • Needs parent review to keep priorities aligned with school
  • Not a substitute for concept-level teaching

Use-case encyclopedia

How families can run this tool in real study sessions

Study material fit

Use these material types to get high-quality, grade-appropriate outputs.

Class notes and notebooks
Teacher assignment briefs
Unit outlines and rubrics
Quiz correction notes
Weekly homework planner

TL;DR

Best for families who need structure and organization across multiple subjects, with parent-guided planning.

Parent playbooks

Pick one workflow and run it 2-3 times before moving to the next.

1. Weekly Study Command Center

30 minutes

Organize all subjects into one realistic weekly plan.

Sunday planning

  1. Gather all assignments and due dates.
  2. Create subject-specific study blocks.
  3. Summarize key goals per subject.
  4. Mark high-risk topics needing parent support.
  5. Schedule short review checkpoints.

Materials: Teacher portals, Assignment list, Current notes

Parent role: Set priorities and workload boundaries.

Child role: Review plan and commit to daily blocks.

Deliverable: Weekly study board with subject priorities.

2. Notes-to-Review Conversion

20 minutes

Turn messy notes into concise review assets.

After each major class topic

  1. Upload or paste raw notes.
  2. Generate concise topic summary.
  3. Extract key terms and must-know concepts.
  4. Create a short review checklist.
  5. Run one no-tool recall check.

Materials: Class notes, Textbook highlights

Parent role: Verify summary accuracy and level appropriateness.

Child role: Use checklist for active recall.

Deliverable: One-page study brief per topic.

3. Midweek Catch-Up Session

20-25 minutes

Recover from missed tasks before they pile up.

Wednesday or Thursday

  1. Sort tasks by urgency and difficulty.
  2. Choose top 2 recovery targets.
  3. Generate focused mini plan for each target.
  4. Complete first action now.
  5. Set follow-up check for next day.

Materials: Open tasks list, Incomplete notes

Parent role: Prevent overloading and keep scope realistic.

Child role: Execute first step immediately and report blockers.

Deliverable: Recovered task plan with immediate progress.

Prompt pack

Copy-ready prompts for parents

Start with these templates, then adapt by grade level, assignment type, and teacher instructions.

Before you copy

  • Check each card's run location before copying.
  • If a card says companion AI, run it outside the tool app.
  • Use the generated output as a study aid, not a final answer.

Notes Cleanup Prompt

After class notes are collected

Run in this tool

Where to use it: Genio note assistant or chat inside the relevant subject workspace.

How to run: Paste raw notes and request a concise, grade-appropriate summary plus key terms.

Clean up these class notes for a grade 5-9 learner. Output: (1) 6 key ideas, (2) 10 core terms, (3) 5 quick review questions, and (4) one 10-minute study routine.

Ask for shorter outputs if your child is overloaded.

Weekly Plan Prompt

At the start of each week

Check instructions

Where to use it: Genio planning board or AI planner panel.

How to run: Paste all due dates and subjects, then generate a balanced schedule with buffers.

Create a parent-friendly weekly study plan from these assignments [paste]. Include daily priorities, expected time per task, and one risk flag per day.

Add sports and activity schedule for realistic pacing.

Progress Reflection Prompt

End of week review

Check instructions

Where to use it: Genio reflection or notes area after weekly completion.

How to run: Use this to summarize wins, misses, and next-week adjustments.

Summarize this week's study performance: what worked, what was missed, and the top 3 adjustments for next week. Keep language simple enough for a middle-school student and parent to review together.

Great for Sunday reset conversations.

Pros

  • Strong for organizing study inputs across subjects
  • Useful for planning repeatable home learning routines
  • Helps parents and students stay aligned on priorities

Cons

  • Initial setup requires parent time
  • Too many workflows can create clutter
  • Needs regular maintenance to stay useful

Safety notes

Use parent-managed accounts and avoid sensitive personal uploads. Review AI-generated summaries for factual accuracy and make sure study plans stay realistic for your child's workload.

Review transparency and useful links

Author: SchoolyardAI Editorial Team

Reviewed by: SchoolyardAI Human Review

Reviewed at: February 8, 2026

Pricing last checked: 2026-02-08

Reviewed against official Genio/Glean public product pages on 2026-02-08. Sources:

FAQs

Is Genio mainly for organization or direct tutoring?

It is strongest as an organization and study-workflow tool. Pair it with concept-practice tools when your child needs direct instruction support.

How often should families update study plans?

A weekly full reset plus one short midweek adjustment usually keeps plans accurate without creating too much overhead.

What is the biggest setup mistake?

Adding too many categories and workflows too early. Start simple and expand only after 1-2 weeks of consistent use.

Can this help students who are behind in multiple subjects?

Yes, especially for triage and prioritization. It helps families decide what to do first and keep catch-up work manageable.