Inspiration Maps is an iPad app where users can create graphic organizers such as word webs or family trees, take notes, and import documents or audio clips from other platforms.

Kidspiration Maps is designed to help children ages 5–10 visually organize their thoughts to assist in learning vocabulary, math skills, writing and more.

You can annotate PDF files, shrink text to fit on the screen, and customize how your notes are organized.

SoundNote records the audio of a lecture or meeting while you take notes.

This app allows you to record audio such as memos, class lectures and notes, meetings, and dictations of emails or text messages. It is ideal for professional, educational, and personal use.

Popplet allows you to create, organize, and sort all of your ideas.

Notability is a note-taking app that allows you to type, insert a figure, and insert a web clip or a picture. It also allows you to record a teacher’s lecture.

Evernote allows you to easily create text, photo, and audio notes, which can be synchronized to any computer to help you remember important things.

This app can create to-do lists, memos, important information, and diary entries that can transfer easily to email, Google Docs, and Evernote. In addition, you can color code folders and icons to help you stay organized.

AudioNote records and syncs your notes. It combines the functionality of a notepad and voice recorder to create a powerful tool that will save you time while improving the quality of your notes.