Overview
Simple, straightforward guidance for the practitioner who wants to use assistive technologies to extend library access. Keep it Simple: A Guide to Assistive Technologies provides a basic tutorial on common assistive computer applications and commonly available, inexpensive hardware and software to help librarians incorporate such aids into the library's current infrastructure. Focusing on applications commonly available on Microsoft Office and other low-cost technologies, this book offers guidance for the practitioner that can help every library move toward universal access. Librarians will find advice on planning accessible services, selecting appropriate assistive technologies, marketing disability services and assistive technology, and training staff in disability services issues and the use of assistive technology. Individual chapters cover print, hearing, speech, and mobility disabilities, offering resources and tutorials for each of these disability categories.
Full Product Details
Author: Ravonne A. Green ,
Vera Blair
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Imprint: Libraries Unlimited Inc
Dimensions:
Width: 15.60cm
, Height: 1.20cm
, Length: 23.50cm
Weight: 0.255kg
ISBN: 9781591588665
ISBN 10: 1591588669
Pages: 168
Publication Date: 21 March 2011
Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Manufactured on demand
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Reviews
"""The authors of this excellent professional resource share information about disabilities and the assistive technologies that help patrons with disabilities gain access to information. . . . The authors explain the disabilities in a simple way which makes this book an easy-to-read and valuable resource, and will give a good overview of disabilities and the tools available to help patrons function fully in print and electronic library environments."" - Library Media Connection"
<p> The authors of this excellent professional resource share information about disabilities and the assistive technologies that help patrons with disabilities gain access to information. . . . The authors explain the disabilities in a simple way which makes this book an easy-to-read and valuable resource, and will give a good overview of disabilities and the tools available to help patrons function fully in print and electronic library environments. - <p>Library Media Connection
The authors of this excellent professional resource share information about disabilities and the assistive technologies that help patrons with disabilities gain access to information... The authors explain the disabilities in a simple way which makes this book an easy-to-read and valuable resource, and will give a good overview of disabilities and the tools available to help patrons function fully in print and electronic library environments. - Library Media Connection
Author Information
Ravonne A. Green is an independent assistive technology consultant in the library and information science program at Valdosta State University. Vera Blair, MLIS, is a civil air patrol pilot and has done several assistive technology workshops for public libraries.
