Traditionally, the term “library” refers to a collection of books and journals. However the
ready availability of books, journals, papers, maps, artwork and other formats in libraries …

Purpose The chapter provides instruction on how public libraries can improve the services
that they provide to community members with print-related disabilities. Methodology …

This study identifies substantive issues and suggests guidelines for using assistive
technology (AT) in academic libraries. The Delphi Technique was used with a panel of …

Background Within the library profession there is widespread support for access to libraries
for people with disabilities. However, literature on the topic of access to public libraries for …

Experts estimate that only 5 percent of the world's publishing output is made accessible in
alternate formats for people who cannot use print. While some popular commercial digital …

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 …

The Revised Guidelines for Accessible Libraries and Services for Everyone, prepared
mainly by the IFLA/Library Services for People with Special Needs Section (LSN) members …

Libraries form an integral part of any society and provide an impetus for the academic and
intellectual growth of the society. They are considered as the repositories of knowledge and …

The book takes account of the key fact that to maximize their potential, people must have
lifelong access to the information and services offered through books and libraries. Whether …

Academic and public library collections are developed based on the needs of the
communities that surround them. Technology has increased the way users access …