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3 Assistive Technology Books for Libraries

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Assistive Technologies in the Library

Barbara T. Mates.

A guide to help library staff choose products, find suppliers, and meeting regulatory compliance. There is also helpful instruction on training staff and setting up technology, such as Braille displays. 

Assistive Technologies in the Library

John McClain

Provides insight into the importance and contribution of technology in libraries today. It is a read for staff and non-staff alike. McClain discusses how and why to campaign for more assistive technology in libraries of all sizes.

Making Libraries Accessible: Adaptive Design and Assistive Technology

Char Booth

A collection from different contributors concerning the importance of assistive technology and accessibility in libraries. Each expert defines why and how to make library spaces more inclusive of everyone in the community. Such topics discussed are devices, websites, collection management, standards, and space utilization.

 

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