Overview
Microsoft Translator, a versatile application, offers comprehensive language support. It is a valuable tool for individuals with hearing impairments or those facing language barriers. The application's diverse translation capabilities make it a versatile solution.
There are two ways to access Microsoft Translator: through a web browser or an app that can be downloaded to your mobile device. Below are the different features and means of access.
Uses For Teachers and Students:
- Whole Class Instruction: Translate and caption live presentations and engage students who are non-native speakers, deaf or hard of hearing, dyslexic, or having trouble taking notes.
- Parent-Teacher Conferences: Engage parents and the school community by providing real-time language translation for parent-teacher conferences.
- Break Out Groups: Discuss group projects and work together across many languages for English Language Learners and deaf or hard-of-hearing students.
- Conversations: The conversation feature helps teachers better communicate with students in class or for one-on-one conversations.
Uses For Parents:
- Communication with school staff over the phone
- One-on-one meetings with teachers and school staff
- Group settings such as school orientation meetings
- Assemblies for parents that are not yet fluent in the school staff’s language
Accessing Microsoft Translator Features
Feature |
How to Access |
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Microsoft Text Translation Translate typed text |
Use any browser to access the Microsoft Translator Website or the Microsoft Translator App on your tablet or phone. |
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Microsoft Conversations Translated speech or text with invited participants |
You can access Conversations at this Website on the following Browsers
You can join or start conversations using the Microsoft Translator App on your personal tablet or phone. |
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Camera Translations Use your phone or tablet camera to translate text in an image. |
Use the Microsoft Translator App on your personal tablet or phone. |
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Audio Translations Use your phone or tablet to translate speech |
Use the Microsoft Translator App on your personal tablet or phone. |
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