Reading and Writing Assistant

Reading and writing is an underrated thing in English Language and it can be stressful for student and teacher. Today I present to you some of my reading and writing assistants that help me in dire times.


Google Docs
Like I've said in the previous article, Google Docs is an underrated and sometimes overlooked online program. I like Google docs simply by its cross-platform abilities and compatible with Grammarly.


Grammarly 

Not sure about your grammar? Don't worry Grammarly can help you, It's simply one of the best online writing assistants in the whole world wide web. I personally use it for many purposes. Writing an article, thesis, journals, emails, and all your writing needs it's as simple as writing in your own native language.


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