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ReadLang

Principal function(s): BookmarkingFlashcard creatorsAI text processing & speechIndividual workReadingVocabularyStudentWebsite/other users supply

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. Evaluation: 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.

Cost: Free with registration + paid plans available.

Website: http://readlang.com/

  

Categories

Type Of Interaction

  • Individual work

Skills

  • Reading
  • Vocabulary

Content

  • Website/other users supply

Usability

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

Neat, user-friendly.

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

High.

Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to

Dozens of languages.

Respect for privacy 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.

Saving work for future use Possiblity to save your or others´ work for reuse/reproduction

Yes, with an account.

Tailorability (If so, how?) 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. .

Interactivity

Engagement

Collaboration

Communication

Technical requirements

Installation required?

Not for the browser version; yes for the apps.

Compatibility/ Operating System

Any browser; iOS, Android.

Other technical requirements