<p>Title says it all. :P I'd like to listen the first time, and then go back and take detailed notes in my dorm room, where I can stop/start/rewind at my convenience. And, if not, am I allowed to bring my laptop to class so I can at least type notes? I can't handwrite notes quickly enough to keep up. Never have, never will.</p>
<p>I’m pretty sure it depends on the professor. I would just ask them on the first day of class if they mind being recorded or not. I have no idea how willing they are in general though; maybe somebody else here could help with that?</p>
<p>It depends on the professor. Most are OK with it. Get a tiny digital recorder. One of the problems I’ve found with laptops are the small desk/chairs that force you to type on your lap… not easy.</p>
<p>Technically, a professor’s lecture would be considered their intellectual property. I think the general (unspoken) consensus would be that it’s OK to record them for personal use only (although getting explicit permission would always be advised). The only thing I think could get sticky is if you shared the recordings with others and/or uploaded them to the web.</p>
<p>Thanks guys! I’ll just ask all my professors in person. I definitely don’t plan on sharing them with anybody or posting them online. :)</p>