21 Apr 2021
How do I access Word through the DoE?
Word is available on your browser or as an app. It's available on all devices.
The Word desktop app is free to download on up to 5 BYOD Windows devices per teacher account – and can also be used online in your browser or in the free mobile/tablet app.
To get the desktop app, go to Staff portal >> Learning Tools >> Office 365 >> Install Office
To open Word online in the browser, go to Staff portal >> Learning Tools >> Office 365 >> Word or ‘W’. Use your userID@det.nsw.edu.au email address to sign in, if prompted, or to sign in to desktop and mobile/ tablet apps.
Explore some of the features of Word
Editor - improve your writing and save time with the online editor – enhance spelling, grammar, clarity and more
Immersive reader –boost accessibility in the classroom
Insert - zhoosh your word documents - insert icons and pictures from Word’s extensive database. Add extra interactivity and detail with 3D images, web page clippings and more
Check accessibility - turn your Word docs into accessible documents – this feature nudges you for alternative text, captions and more
Dictate - save time on the typing by directly dictating your work onto a Word doc
Further resources
Read our article on Word in Issue 14 of magazine.T4L for more info