In recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2025, Microsoft Education has reinforced its longstanding commitment to inclusive learning by advancing accessibility tools across its platforms. These innovations reflect a deliberate strategy to ensure that all students—regardless of learning style, ability, or background—can engage meaningfully with educational content.
At the heart of Microsoft’s approach is the Immersive Reader, a feature built into applications like Microsoft Edge and Reading Coach. This tool allows learners to personalize their reading experience by adjusting font size, spacing, and even breaking words into syllables. Such adjustments are invaluable for students with learning differences, supporting greater comprehension and focus.
Complementing this is the AI-driven Reading Coach, part of Microsoft’s suite of Learning Accelerators. It provides students with individually tailored reading practice using engaging stories and real-time feedback. Now in use by over 500,000 students across 190 countries, the tool is improving fluency and boosting confidence worldwide—without the need for additional software or costly integration.
Importantly, Microsoft’s accessibility tools are embedded directly into widely used software and hardware, such as Windows devices and Microsoft 365. This seamless integration means that schools can offer inclusive technology without extra burden or training, allowing educators to focus on instruction rather than technical troubleshooting.
Educators in districts like Kent School District in Washington have reported noticeable gains in student participation, motivation, and achievement thanks to these tools. By investing in scalable, user-friendly, and data-informed solutions, Microsoft Education continues to lead by example in the effort to make education more accessible for all.
For further details on Microsoft’s latest accessibility initiatives, visit the official blog: Microsoft Education Blog.