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Download full textScheimann, Albert – 1994
The purpose of this study is to identify strategies, policies, and practices of Ohio public libraries in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). Small to medium public libraries were surveyed to gather information about the ways libraries are providing equal access to materials and services for patrons with disabilities.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Accessibility (for Disabled), Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Compliance (Legal)
Peer reviewedCarpenter, Scott A. – College & Research Libraries, 1996
A survey of 97 Ohio college and university libraries provided data on types of accommodations made in Title II (public), Title III (private), and Title IV (communication services and auxiliary aids) with respect to: access; auxiliary aids and services; restroom facilities; signage; and staff and policy making. Investigated the effects of…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Accessibility (for Disabled), Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Compliance (Legal)
Leach, Stacey A. – 1994
In order for public libraries in Ohio to meet the needs of their communities and also be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, they must be able to accommodate children with disabilities in their summer reading programs. Efforts of small or medium public libraries (circulation less than 1,100,000 in 1992) to meet the needs of…
Descriptors: Books, Braille, Budgets, Children
