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Main Author: Schuyler, Michael
Format: Recurso educativo Open Access
Language:en
Published: 1999
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Online Access:https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ591539
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  • Adapting for Impaired Patrons. Schuyler, Michael Computer Interfaces Computer Oriented Programs Costs Grants Library Automation Library Development Library Equipment Library Planning Library Technical Processes Training User Needs (Information) Visual Impairments Describes how a library, with an MCI Corporation grant, approached the process of setting up computers for the visually impaired. Discusses preparations, which included hiring a visually-impaired user as a consultant and contacting the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) group; equipment; problems with the graphical user interface; and training. Sidebars provide company contact information and add up the costs. (AEF)