3-12
CommonLit
CommonLit’s free version provides a robust suite of tools and resources to support literacy education for students in grades 3-12. It includes access to over 2,000 high-quality reading passages across various genres, all aligned with Common Core and state-specific standards. Features such as guided reading mode, annotation tools, translation options, and read-aloud functionality make the platform inclusive and accessible for English Language Learners and students with reading difficulties. Teachers can assign texts, track student progress, and differentiate assignments by reading level to meet diverse learning needs. Additionally, parents and guardians can create accounts to monitor their child’s progress, fostering collaboration in the learning process.
Access through Clever
Who corrects student work?
HST or parent, depending on who creates the teacher account.
Key Accessibility Features
- Differentiation Tools: Each lesson includes scaffolded comprehension questions, translation options, digital annotation tools, embedded vocabulary support, and text-to-speech read-aloud functionality.
- Multilingual Resources: Over 1,500 lessons are available in English and more than 500 in Spanish, with many lessons offered in both languages to support English Language Learners.
- Translation Capabilities: Reading lessons, including texts, questions, and supporting materials, can be digitally translated into over 30 languages, such as Spanish, French, and Arabic.
- Mobile Optimization: The platform is optimized for both computers and mobile devices, allowing students to access lessons, answer questions, and track progress on various devices.
- Printable Materials: Nearly all lessons are downloadable and printable, facilitating offline access and distribution.
- Account Creation Flexibility: Teachers can create classes and share class codes, enabling students without email addresses to access the platform using just their first and last names. Parent educators can request a Homeschool Educator account by verifying their email address with CommonLit.org
- 24/7 Technical Support: CommonLit provides round-the-clock customer support through live chat and email at no cost to users.
What does the course look like?
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