Posted 2/21/2024, 9:00:00 AM
Microsoft Unveils AI 'Reading Coach' to Help Kids Become Better Readers
- New AI tool from Microsoft called Reading Coach helps kids become better readers by listening to them read and providing feedback
- Tool is free, generates custom stories based on reading level, and highlights words kids struggle with to build reading skills
- Teacher finds it easy to use and good for gauging reading proficiency
- Students like it for different reasons - it's engaging, helps with fluency and understanding new words
- Microsoft says the AI has safeguards and guardrails to ensure it's used responsibly