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ReadLang

Hauptfunktion(en): BookmarkingFlashcard creatorsAI text processing & speechEinzelarbeitLesenWortschatzStudentWebsites/andere Nutzer*innen

ReadLang is a language learning tool that helps users learn languages through reading authentic texts. It works by providing translations and vocabulary assistance while users read texts in their target language. Users can import books, articles, and webpages to the platform, together with saving words in the form of flashcards to memorise them later. ReadLang can be used in its browser version or as an extension. It offers a free limited version and requires signup. ReadLang is developed by Steve Ridout. Bewertung: ReadLang is a useful tool for language learners to improve their reading comprehension and acquire vocabulary through reading original texts with assistance. It has a neat interface and can be adapted to any level.

Kosten: Free with registration + paid plans available.

Website: http://readlang.com/

  

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Interaktionstyp

  • Einzelarbeit

Kompetenzen

  • Lesen
  • Wortschatz

Inhalte

  • Websites/andere Nutzer*innen

Benutzerfreundlichkeit

Benutzeroberfläche User-friendliness/complexity of the tool´s interface

Neat, user-friendly.

Zeiteffizienz Time needed for mastering the „how-to“ of the tool and a production of a task

High.

Sprache(n) der Benutzeroberfläche The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to

Dozens of languages.

Datenschutz Does the tool require registration? Who can see my data? Can I remain anonymous?

High. ReadLang requires users to provide some information when signing up, such as name and email. Also, it collects data linked to the content that users make available on the platform, together with usage information, including the pages users visit, the links they click on, and others. This is only done to improve the service and so ReadLang does not sell user information to third parties. Its privacy policy does not elaborate on security measures, but acknowledges users’ rights to correct, amend, delete, or limit the use of personal information. ReadLang observes the GDPR. See more here.

Arbeit für spätere Verwendung speichern Possiblity to save your or others´ work for reuse/reproduction

Yes, with an account.

Individuell anpassbar (wenn ja, wie?) Possibility of the tool to be used for a range of different activities (e.g. to what extent you can organize a project assignment with a central activity based on this tool)

Yes; users can filter texts per topic, level, and others to find suitable materials for their target language. .

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Engagement

Zusammenarbeit

Kommunikation

Technische Voraussetzungen

Installation erforderlich?

Not for the browser version; yes for the apps.

Kompatibilität/ Betriebssystem

Any browser; iOS, Android.

Andere technische Voraussetzungen