Pearson India launches MyPedia Alexa skill to help enhance English vocabulary, listening and comprehension | MyPedia offers engaging stories coupled with fun facts, trivia, quizzes and rewards | Amazon Alexa becomes new destination to learn English.
New Delhi, 12 May 2020: Today, Pearson India has introduced an interactive skill on Amazon Alexa for students and learners of all age groups to learn English. The Pearson MyPedia skill offers a collection of engaging stories coupled with fun facts, trivia, quizzes and rewards. The interactive format of the skill can help improve English vocabulary, listening, speaking, comprehension, and storytelling. To get started say “Alexa, open MyPedia”, or simply “Alexa, I want to learn English”.
The MyPedia skill is designed to enhance the interest of students in the English language. The stories used in the skill can inspire them to be authors and be imaginative while writing in English. The skill’s simple voice interface can enable students to learn in an interactive manner, at their own pace. The MyPedia skill can be accessed on all Amazon Echo smart speakers, Echo Show smart displays, as well as the Alexa app for smartphones.
Important Announcement – EasyShiksha has now started Online Internship Program “Ab India Sikhega Ghar Se”
Important Announcement – EasyShiksha has now started Online Internship Program “Ab India Sikhega Ghar Se” during this lockdown.
Thus, it will provide a holistic approach for students to build their language skills from home, for greater goals outside academic achievements. In the current lockdown situation, as students spend more time at home, the MyPedia Alexa skill can help them make the most of this unique learning environment.
“Considering the current scenario, it is our endeavour to support students of all age-groups by providing rich content and environment, to enhance imagination and creativity amongst students. We have worked with Amazon Alexa team to build Pearson MyPedia skill that will help learners improve their English language abilities through storytelling. The skill can supplement reading and writing of the English language in a new, effective, and fun way”, said Ramesh Subbarao, Vice President – Portfolio, South Asia, Pearson.
Top Courses in Software Engineering
“Our teams are constantly working to add new features and experiences so that the Alexa voice service is more relevant and useful for users. Today we are delighted to add the capability of learning English with the Pearson MyPedia skill. The combination of interactive learning and the simplicity of voice interactions with Alexa will make this a fun experience for users of all age groups”, said Puneesh Kumar, Country Manager for Alexa Experiences and Devices, Amazon India.
‘MyPedia Reader’ is a story book, a guide and a game book for learners to enable them to be more imaginative while writing their stories in the English language. It shares rich and diverse stories by students stemming from their own experiences, issues and aspirations. The stories are selected by celebrated authors and educationists which are narrated through students’ viewpoint and perspective. It will prompt the students to ‘think critically’ and ‘write creatively’. The story book is also available in Amazon Kindle store which you can purchase and read at your own leisure.
Empower your team. Lead the industry
Get a subscription to a library of online courses and digital learning tools for your organization with EasyShiksha
Request NowQ. Are EasyShiksha's internships truly free?
Yes, all internships offered by EasyShiksha are completely free of charge.
Q. How can I apply for an internship with EasyShiksha?
You can apply by visiting our website, browsing available internships, and following the application instructions provided.
Q. What types of internships are available through EasyShiksha?
EasyShiksha offers a wide range of internships across technology, business, marketing, healthcare, and more. Opportunities are continuously updated.
Q. Will I receive a certificate upon completing an internship?
Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate recognizing your participation and achievements.
Q. Are EasyShiksha's internship certificates recognized by universities and employers?
Yes, the certificates are recognized by universities, colleges, and employers worldwide.
Q. Is the download of certificates free or paid?
Access to internships and courses is free, but there is a small fee to download certificates, covering administrative costs.
Q. When can I start the course?
You can choose any course and start immediately without delay.
Q. What are the course and session timings?
These are fully online courses. You can learn at any time and pace. We recommend following a routine, but it depends on your schedule.
Q. What will happen when my course is over?
After completion, you will have lifetime access to the course for future reference.
Q. Can I download the notes and study material?
Yes, you can access and download course materials and have lifetime access for future reference.
Q. What software/tools would be needed for the course?
All necessary software/tools will be shared during the training as needed.
Q. I’m unable to make a payment. What should I do?
Try using a different card or account. If the problem persists, email us at info@easyshiksha.com.
Q. Do I get the certificate in hard copy?
No, only a soft copy is provided, which can be downloaded and printed if required.
Q. The payment got deducted but shows “failed”. What to do?
Technical errors may cause this. The deducted amount will be returned to your account in 7-10 working days.
Q. Payment was successful but dashboard shows ‘Buy Now’?
Sometimes payment reflection is delayed. If it takes longer than 30 minutes, email info@easyshiksha.com with the payment screenshot.
Q. What is the refund policy?
If you face technical issues, you can request a refund. No refunds are issued once the certificate has been generated.
Q. Can I enroll in a single course?
Yes, select the course of interest, fill in the details, make payment, and start learning. You will also earn a certificate.
Q. My questions are not listed above. I need further help.
Contact us at info@easyshiksha.com for further assistance.
About Pearson:
We are the world’s learning company with more than 22,500 employees operating in 70 countries. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are committed to helping equip learners with the skills they need to enhance their employability prospects and to succeed in the changing world of work. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.
For more information related to technology, visit: HawksCode and EasyShiksha
ALSO READ: coronavirus-robot-dog-enforces-social-distancing-singapore-park
Get Course: UPSC-IAS-Course-to-Success
