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Turn your own class notes into Gimkit-style name lists

Ready-made lists rarely match what your class is studying. Upload a PDF, slide deck or set of notes and DeckOwl writes questions and answers from that material.

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Why custom name lists work better than generic ones

Many teachers and students search for Gimkit-style name lists because a generic list of names does not match the unit being taught. A list built from your own handout or lecture slides keeps the names tied to the context where they matter, such as a historical figure's role or a bone's location in the body.

Use the exact names from your textbook or slides so the list matches your grading.
Mix recall questions with true/false checks to catch confusion between similar names.
Review the explanations after each round so wrong answers become study points.
Regenerate from updated notes when the unit changes instead of rebuilding the list by hand.

Example anatomy and science name recall flashcards

Name the longest bone in the human bodyThe femur, or thigh bone

Name the largest organ of the human bodyThe skin

Name the smallest bone in the human bodyThe stapes, located in the middle ear

Name the three types of muscle tissueSkeletal, cardiac and smooth

Name the largest planet in the solar systemJupiter

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Names pulled from your material

DeckOwl reads your PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text notes or photos of pages and picks out the names, terms and people your course actually covers.

Multiple choice, true/false and open questions

Each name can appear as a quick recall question, a true/false check or a short answer prompt, so the list tests more than memory of a single word.

Explanations for every answer

Each question includes an explanation, so students see why an answer is right and can correct their thinking before the next round.

How it works

Upload your source

Add the PDF, slides, notes or page photos that list the names you need to cover.

Generate the questions

DeckOwl turns the material into quiz questions with answers and explanations, ready to review.

Review and study

Check the list, edit anything that does not match your class, then study in the browser or export it on a paid plan.

Start with the source your class already uses. Upload the chapter or slides, generate the questions, and remove any item that is out of scope before the game or quiz. The result is a list that reflects what will actually be assessed.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I study a long list of names quickly?

Group the names by category, such as people, places or structures, and study one group at a time. Test yourself on the group before moving on, and repeat missed names later in the week.

Can I export the name lists?

Exports are paid features: PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV are included in Plus, and QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML are included in Pro. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.

Is there a free plan to try this?

Yes, the free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study. No credit card is needed to start.

Can I use my own notes instead of a shared list?

Yes, upload your own PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text notes or photos of pages. DeckOwl generates questions from that material so the list matches what you studied.

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