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Improving Services for Patrons with Print Disabilities at Public Libraries.

Authors :
Lazar, Jonathan
Briggs, Irene
Source :
Library Quarterly. Apr2015, Vol. 85 Issue 2, p172-184. 13p. 5 Black and White Photographs.
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

This article describes a project at Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) that aims to improve access for people who are blind or who have low vision. As public libraries move toward providing more digital-based resources, this is an opportunity to provide access for patrons who need resources in an alternative format. This project focused on website accessibility, digital databases, physical library accessibility, staff training, and marketing. The article describes the steps that BCPL will take to turn these research findings into practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00242519
Volume :
85
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Library Quarterly
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
101529262
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1086/680155