AccessLibraries
Resources Developed
The following resources help libraries make their offerings welcoming to all patrons, including those with disabilities. These materials were produced through AccessLibraries, a year-long cooperative project lead by DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking and Technology) with the University Libraries at the University of Washington.
- Equal Access: Universal Design of Libraries
A brochure for designing a library that is accessible to everyone. - Universal Access: Electronic Resources in Libraries
Text and PDF versions of presentation materials, including a sample script, presentation slides, and brochures. - Accessible Technology
Resources for ensuring that computers, websites, videos, and other materials are accessible.
About AccessLibraries
The project goal was to educate librarians and other educators about adaptive technology and accessible web design through the development and dissemination of a videotape, brochures and a presentation manual. The materials have been presented at many librarian and educator conferences including Closing the Gap, American Library Association (ALA), SLA, MLA, ACRL, AASL, CSUN and others.
Funding for the project was provided by the Telecommunications Funding Partnership and the National Science Foundation. The University of Washington also contributes substantial resources to DO-IT.
Staff for project included:
- Sheryl Burgstahler, Ph.D., Director, DO-IT
- Dan Comden, Adaptive Technology Consultant, DO-IT
- Beth Fraser, Project Librarian, DO-IT/University Libraries
The authors would like to thank the Advisory Board members and others that provided input into the project including:
- Jan Ames,Washington Talking Book & Braille Library
- Dagmar Amtmann, Assistive Technology Resource Center, Washington Assistive Technology Alliance
- Sarah Beasley, Seattle Central Community College
- Betty G. Bengtson, Director of University Libraries, University of Washington
- Steve Goodwin, Edmonds School District
- Cleo Kelly, Library Equal Access Program, Seattle Public Library
- Katy Lenn, University of Oregon Knight Library
- Dean Martineau, Tacoma Community College
- Steve Nourse, Experimental Education Unit, University of Washington
- Paula L. Palmer, Lake Washington Technical College
- Betsy Wilson, Associate Director for Public Services, University Libraries, University of Washington
- Melody Winkle, Computing and Communications, University of Washington