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Note-Taking Support

What is Note-Taking Assistance?

Note-taking is a vital academic support service designed to provide equal access to lecture content for students with disabilities. This accommodation is especially helpful for students with visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive disabilities, ensuring they can fully engage in course content.

By serving as a notetaker, you directly contribute to an inclusive academic environment, helping fellow students succeed

Note taker working on computer

Become a Notetaker

Steps to Register:

  1. Sign in to the AIM Portal use your UTEP credentials to access the AIM system.
    Sign-On to AIM Portal
  2. Complete the Notetaker Assistance Form
    You’ll receive an email from CASS with this form. Please sign and return it promptly.
  3. Register with PaymentWorks
    In order to receive payment, all notetakers must register with PaymentWorks. CASS will send you a registration link via email. Please note: payment cannot be processed without registration.
  4. Select Your Courses
    Choose the classes you are enrolled in and for which you’re willing to provide notes.
  5. Upload Notes after each class

Compensation

Notetakers will receive $100 per class at the end of the semester. Payments will be prorated in the following cases:

  • Dropping the course
  • Reassignment of notetaker
  • Inconsistent or insufficient note submissions

Note: Payment dates may vary.

Important Guidelines for Notetakers

  • Missed Classes: For cancelled classes, holidays, or exam days, submit a brief note through AIM explaining the reason for no class content.
  • Note Quality:
    • Notes should be concise, clear, and legible
    • Typed notes are preferred, but handwritten notes can also be submitted if requested.
    • If notes are unclear or incomplete, revisions may be required

Academic Integrity & Policy Reminder

CASS is not affiliated with any third-party note-sharing companies. We strongly discourage CASS notetakers from working with or submitting notes to these companies.

To respect instructor content and copyright laws, students and notetakers are strictly prohibited from sharing class materials or notes outside of the classroom.

Your work as a notetaker plays an essential role in advancing educational equity at UTEP. Thank you for helping us support student success and foster a more inclusive campus.