Picture Dictionary in Immersive Reader. Built into Immersive Reader, Picture Dictionary enables students to view a picture representation of a word they click on. Students can combine with Read Aloud for multi-sensory processing, a technique to aid reading and comprehension. Read the case study. Microsoft Immersive Reader is a free tool that supports literacy development for learners regardless of age or ability. Immersive Reader uses proven techniques to enhance:. Reading comprehension. Language learning. Decoding for readers with dyslexia Immersive Reader also powers Grammar Tools and Dictionary for Microsoft. Learn how to open any PDF in Microsoft Word Desktop and then convert to a Word document. Then use Immersive Reader or Translate the document for ensure full. Jan 10, 2019 Translate in Immersive Reader will be available in: Word Online, OneNote Online, OneNote for Windows 10, OneNote iPad, OneNote Mac, Outlook Online, Teams and Flipgrid. Translate will begin rolling out worldwide this week and into next week and you'll find the list of supported languages here.
What is Immersive Reader
Immersive reader is a tool that enhances the readability and accessibility of Microsoft documents.
When immersive reader is enabled, the text is displayed in a large font on a plain background with no additional distractions on the screen. Users can customise the way the text is shown and change the font, size and style, background colour and adjust the spacing between letters and lines.
The features include:
- Text-to-speech – users are able to set the narrating voice and its speed, as well as have the spoken word highlighted on screen.
- Syllables – words are broken down into syllables.
- Line focus – show a limited number of lines on a page.
- Grammar tools – highlight nouns, verbs and adjectives.
- Pronunciation tool.
- Picture dictionary.
- Translate words or entire text into a number of languages
Number of immersive reader functions available vary depending on whether the document is accessed via the desktop app or online. From our experience, best immersive reader functionality is available using Microsoft Office 365 online.
Watch the video below for an in-depth overview of the Immersive reader
Benefits of using the Immersive Reader
Improves comprehension
Incredimail 2.5. Tools that read text out loud, break it into syllables, and increase spacing between lines and letters.
Encourages independent reading
A teaching aid that helps teachers support students with different abilities.
Simple to use
Test drive Immersive Reader with your own content.
Available for free
Immersive reader is available to use for free on the following platforms:
- Word (Online, Desktop and Mac, iPad and iPhone app)
- Outlook (Online and Desktop)
- OneNote (Online, Universal App, Mac and iPad, free add-in in Desktop)
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Edge browser
- Office Lens (iPhone and iPad)
Microsoft Teams Immersive Reader
LIPA staff and students can access the Immersive Reader in the supported apps using Microsoft Office 365.
Where do I find the Immersive Reader?
Immersive Reader can be found in the supported Microsoft Office 365 apps (see list above) and can be accessed in a variety of ways.
For example, in Word document preview mode you will see it at the top right of the page:
Immersive Reader In Word
In Word editing mode you will find it in ‘View' tab at the top menu:
Simple to use
Test drive Immersive Reader with your own content.
Available for free
Immersive reader is available to use for free on the following platforms:
- Word (Online, Desktop and Mac, iPad and iPhone app)
- Outlook (Online and Desktop)
- OneNote (Online, Universal App, Mac and iPad, free add-in in Desktop)
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Edge browser
- Office Lens (iPhone and iPad)
Microsoft Teams Immersive Reader
LIPA staff and students can access the Immersive Reader in the supported apps using Microsoft Office 365.
Where do I find the Immersive Reader?
Immersive Reader can be found in the supported Microsoft Office 365 apps (see list above) and can be accessed in a variety of ways.
For example, in Word document preview mode you will see it at the top right of the page:
Immersive Reader In Word
In Word editing mode you will find it in ‘View' tab at the top menu:
Microsoft Immersive Reader App
Guidance adapted from Microsoft. More information is available here.
Microsoft Word Immersive Reader
Last updated: 21/5/2020
