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Direct linkGuyer, Cynthia; Uzeta, Michelle – Journal of Access Services, 2009
When the Americans with Disabilities Act passed in 1990, it was estimated that 43 million Americans were living with a disability. This number continues to grow. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, there are now over 54 million Americans who have a disability. There also has been an increase is the number of students…
Descriptors: Postsecondary Education, Educational Technology, Assistive Technology, Civil Rights Legislation
Cottam, Keith M. – Library Journal, 1987
This brief history of equal employment opportunity cases from the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to 1986 Supreme Court cases summarizes the viewpoints of those who don't support it. Librarians are urged to accept the premise that equal employment opportunity is the law and that compliance is in everyone's best interests. (EM)
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Civil Rights Legislation, Employment Practices, Equal Opportunities (Jobs)
