MP3 -- AAC Conversion

I downloaded lectures to my Macbook in mp3 format but they won't play on my iTouch when I try to Sync it. They don't even show up on my iTouch!! Does anyone know how to convert mp3-->AAC on a macbook or in iTunes??? Or is there a way to help my iTouch recognize the lectures some other way?? Thanks!!!

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