Technology-assisted learning
[You can book your preferred information session by using this link. Spaces are limited and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.]
As a world-class university, we are committed to supporting you in your studies. Please check out the assistive technology that is currently available at the University of Canterbury.
We would like to introduce some excellent technology tools that will enhance your learning experience at UC and help you develop your reading, writing, understanding, and overall study skills.
Read&Write
Reading, writing, comprehension, and recall are vital to success, and Read&Write will provide you with key study tools to strengthen these skills.
You can use it with on-screen or digital texts to generate notes from your readings, to research, revise, complete assignments, check spelling, grammar, and punctuation, take exams, and do much more.
Click here to check out its floating tool bar
Equatio
Equatio is an equation editor and digital math tool that you can use to create mathematical and scientific content. It allows you to effortlessly write complex mathematical expressions, equations, and symbols.
It is a valuable tool that can help you effectively communicate STEM concepts by simplifying the process of creating and sharing mathematical content in a digital format.
Click here to check out Equatio’s virtual tool bar
OrbitNote
It is an excellent tool to access, edit, and interact with your PDFs. It is much more than the standard PDF reader. It is a PDF editor that can take your PDF documents to a whole new level.
Click here to preview OrbitNote’s floating tool bar
You can book your preferred information session by using this link. Spaces are limited and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Email assistech@canterbury.ac.nz for more information.