It's important to me to be able to communicate with students and their families in whatever language they're most comfortable using. DeepL, which I find more accurate than Google Translate, ensures I can communicate with students in the classroom by translating text and images (via an app) and easily provide instructions in their preferred language. Talking Points lets me have the same quality of direct communication with their family.
1.6a - Creative Communicator - Students choose the appropriate platforms and digital tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.
The level of access translation provides could apply to all, but especially Foundational Knowledge and Application.
There's a lot of reading in English instruction, but not everyone processes information the best by reading text directly. Some learners need to hear the text by itself or alongside reading it. NaturalReader is a free tool that allows students to copy and paste any text, like an assignment, article, or short story, and have it read back to them.
1.1b - Empowered Learner - Students build networks and customize their learning environments in ways that support the learning process.Â
This allows students to variate how they access Foundational Knowledge