This tutorial demonstrates how to use the Ally: Immersive Reader feature in D2L (Learn@UCO), which allows you to have text read aloud and formatted in ways that enhance reading. Here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Go to your course content in D2L (Learn@UCO).
2. Click on the Ally "Alternative Formats" icon for the desired document.
3. In the pop-up box, select "Immersive Reader" and select the download button.
4. The document will open and will have several new features, including having it read aloud and translated into another language.
Key features of Immersive Reader:
1. Text-to-Speech:
- Click the play button to have content read aloud.
- Adjust voice settings (male/female voice, speed).
2. Text Preferences:
- Customize text size, spacing, and font.
3. Grammar Options:
- Enable syllable highlighting and parts of speech identification.
4. Reading Preferences:
- Use line focus (choose between 1, 3, or 5 lines).
5. Translation:
- Translate the document into various languages.
6. Read Aloud in Translated Language:
- After translation, the content can be read aloud in the selected language.
With Ally: Immersive Reader students with different reading preferences or language needs can better engage with course materials making course content more accessible and adaptable to individual learning styles.