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IR within Edge Browser

Cross-platform web browser https://youtu.be/kTu0vdUdrUs Learning Tools are built into the Microsoft Edge browser, adding more options for readers in your class to interact with texts. Use Learning Tools in Microsoft Edge to hear any webpage or PDF read out loud while following along with the words on screen.  Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge now has Learning Tools …

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Read Aloud

A tool within Immersive Reader https://youtu.be/2BAY2i7W-kg There are many reasons to listen to a document, such as proofreading, multitasking, or increased comprehension and learning. Word makes listening possible by using the text-to-speech (TTS) ability of your device to play back written text as spoken words. Read Aloud reads all or part of your document. You …

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Grammar Options

A tool within Immersive Reader https://youtu.be/EqVRUI8EyYo Click on the distinctive icon that resembles paragraph lines with the magic wand in the upper right-hand corner, after opening Immersive Reader in Word Online. Teachers or students will be presented with a list of three main functions: Syllables, and Parts of Speech. Select “Syllables” to break words into …

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Seesaw

An Online & App based Tool https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6G1N-7GNCq8 Seesaw creates a powerful learning loop between students, teachers, and families.  Students use built-in multimodal tools to capture what they know in Seesaw’s digital portfolio. Teachers see all stages of student thinking and progress — enabling them to teach better. Families gain a window into their student’s learning …

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Natural Readers

A Chrome Extension https://youtu.be/VdTRNJFha8Y Free web based text to speech reader.Opens up closed captions as well when reading. Has dyslexia friendly fonts enabled. Options to adjust accents, speed of reading as well. Top Tips and Links Top Tip Make sure you choose your preferred voice from all the available options. Download & Learn More Click …

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Dictate

A free Microsoft tool Dictation lets you use speech-to-text to author content in Office with a microphone and reliable internet connection. It’s a quick and easy way to get your thoughts out, create drafts or outlines, and capture notes. Top Tips and Links Top Tip Try saying “new line”, “delete”, “bold that”, and “start list” …

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Immersive Reader

A free Microsoft tool https://youtu.be/3_mL2Gk2oGs Can be used to help children who have difficulty reading to develop their skills. Example would be a child with excellent numeracy skills who can’t access the level of work to match their ability because of reading weaknesses. Top Tips and Links Top Tip We’ve got a space here. Send …

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mote

Faster, friendlier commenting https://youtu.be/Ut-nBRQfR_4 MOTE is a verbal feedback tool that creates voice clips without the need for any student software installation. With a transcription alongside the teacher comment, students can see and hear feedback directly. Top Tips and Links Top Tip If working with EAL students, record your feedback in English and then translate …

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Color Overlay

A Chrome Extension https://youtu.be/6F8wSqfRT0I Once installed, this great extension allows students to choose a colour for a screen overlay that appears on all pages, websites and docs to make it easier for them to view content Top Tips and Links Top Tip Students can choose the exact colour that best suits them and even get …

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