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Hangarau Āheinga

19 December 2023

Hangarau Āheinga | Assistive Technology (HA|AT) is a term used for computer software to specialist equipment that allows you to improve, maintain, or increase the quality and consistency of your work.

It can help you with tools for accessing information, creating and presenting content, and undertaking research.

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Whether you are transitioning from school to university or wanting to improve your reading, writing, comprehension, and recall of your course material, we offer the best technology-based tools available. Free installation and training are available. 

 

You are welcome to visit the AT information desk on level 2, Puaka-James Hight (Central Library), from 9am to 12pm, 16th to 20th February, 2026.

 

Technology-assisted Learning Workshops 2026

These workshops are designed for students wanting to use technology to enhance their learning at all stages of their studies:

Specialist software is available for students registered with Student Accessibility Service (SAS). You can either book an appointment with an SAS advisor or ring +64 3 369 3334 for information. 

The University of Canterbury offers students a range of assistive technology tools for accessing information, creating and presenting content and undertaking research.

Please be aware that some features within the assistive technology software applications mentioned on this website may be powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and may need approval from your academic department.

Please read the Disclaimer at the bottom of the Tech-Assisted Learning page.

Also visit Generative AI at UC.


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