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Jarek Beksa

Senior Lecturer (Education; Information and computing sciences; Language, communication and culture; Philosophy and religious studies; Psychology)

Auckland, NZ

Dr. Jarek Beksa, a multifaceted technology expert and lecturer at the Media Design School, has made significant contributions in the fields of accessibility and voice technology. He has developed over 40 applications, including the acclaimed Audio Game Hub and Blind Cricket simulator, and leads the innovative company Sonnar, which focuses on audio and voice solutions for those with accessibility needs. Beksa's expertise is further highlighted by his role as the first Alexa Champion in New Zealand and his academic achievements, including a Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship for Ph.D. studies at Auckland University of Technology. His entrepreneurial journey includes successful startup ventures and recognition in various technology accelerator programs. Dr Beksa facilitated a partnership with Google Ventures and has created opportunities for Media Design School students to engage in paid work, further bridging the gap between academic learning and industry experience.

Publications

  • https://openrepository.aut.ac.nz/handle/10292/13585
  • https://scholarworks.calstate.edu/downloads/3j3335616
  • https://aisel.aisnet.org/isd2014/proceedings2016/ISDMethodologies/3
  • https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-6708-2_11
  • https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110443905-061
  • https://www.aes.org/e-lib/online/browse.cfm?elib=15763

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Co-workers & collaborators

  • Phil Carter

  • Sonia Fizek

  • Shahper Vodanovich

  • Angela-Marie Desmarais

  • Mieke Terblanche

  • Krzysztof Majewski

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