Assistive Technology

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Accessible Computer Stations

Computer stations that are outfitted with ZoomText and JAWS are available at Langley, Richmond and Surrey campus libraries. Surrey campus library has two stations. 

Each station is outfitted with a high-contrast keyboard, headphones with a microphone, and a height-adjustable table.

For assistance with the station, please ask any library staff member or librarian. 

Equipment and Media Services technology

The library’s Equipment and Media Services has technology available for KPU users to borrow. Technology can be requested through the Equipment Request Form and picked up at an Equipment and Media Services desk, which are located at our Service Counters. 

Equipment and Media Services has some technology that may assist users with accessibility needs. The following is not a comprehensive list of what equipment is available to borrow; please visit Equipment Inventory – Equipment and Media Services – KPU Library for a full list. Inventory includes:

  • Document Camera: projects still or moving images. The image is enlarged and can be projected to a screen or a flat surface. The library has several different types of Elmo and IPEVO document cameras. 
  • Digital Voice Recorder: record meetings, lectures, and saves audio clips as a digital file. 
  • Headphones and Headsets: connect to a phone or computer and listen to audio or use the microphone
  • Lapel Microphone: capture audio that can be accessed on a smartphone, tablet or PC. 
  • PA System: A wireless system that can be used to amplify sound to small/medium sized audiences.
  • Voice Amplifier: use to amplify your voice when giving a presentation or tour.
  • White Noise Machine: these machines have a selection of sounds that can help reduce background noise or help with focus. 

Accessibility Services Equipment

There is equipment designated for loan to students with approval from their Accessibility Advisor. To borrow this equipment, contact your Accessibility Advisor or Accessibility Services. Loan periods are more flexible when arranged through Accessibility Services.

  • Digital Voice Recorders (Sony, ICD-PX370)
  • Keyboard (AOpen Model KT-858B)
  • Dell Laptop with JAWs (Ver.2021.2102.34), Zoomtext (Ver.2021.2107.3), Dragon Naturally Speaking (Ver.12.50.000.074), or Kurzweil 3000 (Ver. 16.18); Exact software depends on the laptop unit, please inquire for more details.
  • Adjustable laptop stand
  • Wireless lapel microphones (Alvoxcon, UM-320PRO. Sabinetek SmartMike+, Model: S610)
  • Smartpens

Feedback

Have feedback on assistive technology at KPU Library? Please contact the EDIA Librarian at libinclusion@kpu.ca or fill out the form on Ask Us.
 

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