This webpage contains information on the technologies demonstrated at the Dyslexia Scotland event at the University of the West of Scotland, Tuesday 29 April 2025.
Microsoft Immersive Reader
Immersive Reader is a reading support tool integrated into several Microsoft programs, including Word, OneNote, PowerPoint and Teams. It provides a customisable reading experience designed to improve comprehension, particularly for individuals with learning difficulties like dyslexia. Features include text-to-speech, line focus, picture dictionary, and adjustable font sizes and spacing.
Microsoft Dictate
Microsoft Dictate is a speech recognition feature available in Microsoft 365 and Windows 10/11 that allows users to dictate text into applications like Word, OneNote, Outlook, and PowerPoint. It converts spoken words into typed text, enabling users to create documents and more with their voice.
Reader mode in Edge browser
In Microsoft Edge, Reader Mode, also known as Immersive Reader, is a feature that simplifies web pages for easier reading by removing distractions and providing customizable text and visual settings. It allows users to focus on the core text content and adjust font size, themes, and other features to improve readability.
Microsoft Learning Tools Availability
The below infographic identifies in which Microsoft product each of the learning tools can be found.
Quick Guides
Helpful one-page guides to get you started. Click on the image to view full screen and download.
Apps
Get in touch
If you have any questions, please get in touch via email (details below)
Laura Fugaccia – ICT Development Officer
Education, Skills and Community Wellbeing
Dumfries and Galloway Council
