Grammarly Website & Chrome Extension
Overview
Grammarly is an online spelling and grammar checker, and also a Chrome extension that helps
users catch issues before their writing “go public.” Students can use Grammarly to check for verb-
subject agreement, overuse of the passive voice, and other common errors, particularly those
associated with ELL situations.
Concerns
As a free (you get what you pay for) service that attempts to evaluate a thing as subjective and
flexible as written English, Grammarly has limitations. I would not rely upon Grammarly beyond the
“second pair of eyes” admonition that I remember receiving from my high school English teacher.
Sample Uses
Students should use a “second pair of eyes” whenever they can, so Grammarly is a useful tool for
scanning homework writing and essay assignments.
Do I plan to use it?
I do suggest to students that they both check their own work and run their writing through some
grammar site, such as Grammarly or HemmingwayApp. In the end, I find it potentially better than
nothing.
Commitment and Learning Curve
Low/Medium. Low to cut and paste, but medium to upload, use extension
Best for ES MS or HS?
MS and HS kids will appreciate this tool
Cost Free (limited functionality) Plans: $29.95, $19.98, or $11.66/month
Website Link: https://nspl.grammarly.com/
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