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Author Kowalsky, Michelle, author.

Title Creating inclusive library environments : a planning guide for serving patrons with disabilities / Michelle Kowalsky, John Woodruff.

Publication Info. Chicago : ALA Editions, an imprint of the American Library Association, [2017]
©2017

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Description 1 online resource (x, 218 pages)
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Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents Introduction to creating inclusive libraries -- Writing policies and procedures -- Setting up facilities -- Training library staff -- Maintaining daily operations -- Collaborations and outreach -- Programming and workshop ideas -- Accessible resources and technologies -- Developing a user-centered culture -- Keeping up to date.
Summary Although the ADA and the subsequent amendments act have been in effect for years, there are still some buildings where structure and interiors limit access. Libraries should be proactive in creating inclusive environments. Kowalsky and Woodruff highlight disability and access issues, and highlight best practices recommended for a barrier-free environment.
Note Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed February 16, 2017).
Subject Libraries and people with disabilities -- United States.
LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES -- Library & Information Science -- Archives & Special Libraries.
Libraries and people with disabilities. (OCoLC)fst00997547
United States. (OCoLC)fst01204155
Nonfiction.
Language Arts.
Genre/Form Electronic books.
Added Author Woodruff, John, 1960- author.
Other Form: Print version: Kowalsky, Michelle. Creating inclusive library environments : a planning guide for serving patrons with disabilities. Chicago, [Illinois] : ALA Editions, ©2017 x, 218 pages 9780838914854
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