Writing & Proofreading Tools
- Grammarly Tool - Web-based tool that makes sure everything you type is easy to read, effective, and mistake-free
- Grammarly Chrome Add In - Add the extension to your Chrome browser, then Grammarly will work with all things you type online, including emails, Google Drive files, etc.
- Pro Writing Aid Web Tool - automatically suggests 1000s of style improvements, such as grammar, repetitiveness, vague wording, sentence length, and more. Free version does have limitations.
- Pro Writing Aid Google Doc Add On - an add-on to your Google Docs that offers help with consistency, overused words, grammar, plagarism, and more. Free features are limited.
- Kaizena - an easy way to for teachers to provide feedback to students using voice comments, text comments, videos and links. Also has an app for iPhones.
- Kaizena Google Doc Add On
- Hemingway App - Copy and paste your writing onto the page, and the app highlights lengthy, complex sentences and common error, then offers suggestions on improvements. Windows and iOS apps available for purchase, but website use is free.
- Write the World – Share your work and exchange feedback with writers from around the world, or keep your work private. Also offers the option to join in global writing competitions.
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