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Turn shared notes into a free online mind map for your team

Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or photos of notes. DeckOwl builds an editable, explorable mind map your group can study from together.

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Why a shared mind map helps group study

Study groups usually split up the reading, then struggle to put the pieces back together. A free online mind map gives everyone one picture of how the topics connect, so the group starts from the same structure.

  • Start with one shared map so everyone sees the same topics.
  • Assign each member a branch to explain to the group.
  • Mark branches the group disagrees on and resolve them with the source notes.
  • Review the map before each session to set the next goal.
Example collaboration topics for group study maps
Roles in a study groupFacilitator keeps time · Note-taker records decisions · Checker verifies facts · Presenter summarizes for the group
Jigsaw methodEach member becomes the expert on one section · Experts teach their section to the group · The group quizzes on the full topic · Members compare notes at the end
Peer feedbackName one specific strength · Point to one unclear idea · Suggest one concrete next step · Keep comments on the work, not the person
Think-pair-shareThink alone for a minute · Pair up and compare answers · Share the best combined idea with the whole group
Shared goals and normsAgree on a meeting schedule · Set deadlines for each section · Decide how disagreements get resolved · Review progress at each session
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Editable mind maps

Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or photos of pages and get a map you can edit and explore.

One shared starting point

Generate one map from the group's material so everyone studies the same structure.

Study in the browser

The free plan lets you study in the browser with 3 generations per month and no credit card needed.

How it works

Add your material

Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes, or photos of pages. Photos are read with text recognition.

Generate the mind map

DeckOwl turns the content into an explorable map with main branches and sub-points.

Edit and study together

Adjust branches as the group agrees on them, then study from the map in your browser.

A mind map is useful for group work because it makes gaps visible. If one member has the reading on a topic and another has missed it, the empty branch shows up right away. Groups can then assign sections, agree on the order of topics, and check each other's understanding.

DeckOwl does not replace the discussion. The map gives the group a structure to argue over, and the generated sub-points can be checked against the original notes before anyone relies on them.

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Frequently asked questions

How should a study group split up a mind map?

Give each member one or two main branches to explain, then have the group check the connections between branches. Overlapping branches are a good place to discuss what each part means.

What makes group study sessions work better?

Short sessions with a clear goal, such as covering two branches, usually beat long unstructured reviews. Ending each session with a quick quiz shows who needs to revisit a section.

Is the free plan enough for a group project?

The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser. Exports are part of the paid plans, so the free plan is best for studying rather than sharing files.

Do I need a credit card to start?

No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card. Students can get 40% off Plus with a school email.

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