UP 13 places in 2020
Google Translate is a free online service for instantly translating text and web pages.
Website: google.com/translate
Cost: Free.
Availability: Online
Ranking on the 2020 sub-lists
| Top 100 Tools for Personal Learning: 19 |
Top 100 Tools for Workplace Learning: 36 |
Top 100 Tools for Education: 41 |
Overall rankings in the 14 surveys: 2007-2020
| 2020: 32 | 2019: 45 | 2018: 97 | 2017: 137 | 2016: 93 | 2015: 54 | 2014: 64 |
| 2013: 77 | 2012: 57 | 2011: – | 2010: – | 2009: – | 2008: – | 2007: – |
Comments from some of those who selected Google Translate as one of their top tools
“As an immigrant, I need some performance support on my language every now and then. I love the options of using a camera, handwriting or voice.” Project Manager, USA, 2020
“There are times I need to communicate with someone who speaks another language and an interpreter is not available. While not perfect, google translate allows me to communicate with others when it was not previously possible.” Teacher, 2020
Quick Guide to Google Translate
Here you will find some basic guidance and links to resources on how to use Google Translate for teaching, training, learning and development.
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