Improving Web Accessibility for the Visually Impaired

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Title:	Improving Web Accessibility for the Visually Impaired
Author(s):	John Walsh, (Works in the Access Services Department at Cochise Community College, Sierra Vista, Arizona and is completing his MLS at the University of Arizona School of Information Resources & Library Science, Arizona, USA. (jwalsh@email.arizona.edu))
Citation:	John Walsh, (2006) "Improving Web Accessibility for the Visually Impaired", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 23 Iss: 8, pp.29 - 31
Keywords:	Aids for the disabled, Ergonomics, Internet
Article type:	General review
DOI:	10.1108/07419050610713709 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Abstract:	Purpose – Ergonomic concerns dictate the need to be attentive to web accessibility for the visually impaired. The purpose is to update readers about how the ADA is influencing new standards for web accessibility for the visually impaired. There are many new products and tools that contribute to improving the accessibility of web content. Design/methodology/approach – Overview of how libraries are responding to the ADA mandates. Findings – With reasonable accommodation libraries can make a big difference in how visually impaired readers can have a better experience with using the computer. Originality/value – This paper is useful for current information on this new directive and there are many new resources listed for consultation.