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Assessing the State of Publicly Available Library Accessibility Information: Guidelines Based on a Review of Policies at SUNY Libraries

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Title: Assessing the State of Publicly Available Library Accessibility Information: Guidelines Based on a Review of Policies at SUNY Libraries
Language: English
Authors: Colleen Lougen, Claire Payne, Carli Spina
Source: College & Research Libraries. 2025 86(3):394-414.
Availability: Association of College and Research Libraries. 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611. e-mail: acrl@ala.org; Web site: http://crl.acrl.org
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 21
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, State Universities, Accessibility (for Disabled), Library Policy, Library Services, Library Materials
Geographic Terms: New York
DOI: 10.5860/crl.86.3.394
ISSN: 0010-0870
2150-6701
Abstract: Policy language plays a central role in ensuring that academic libraries are accessible and inclusive to patrons with disabilities. However, relevant accessibility information is often missing from publicly available library policies. This article uses findings from a content analysis of SUNY libraries' public collection development and accessibility policies to gain insight into current trends and develop best practices in the creation of accessibility policy language.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2025
Accession Number: EJ1471321
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Policy language plays a central role in ensuring that academic libraries are accessible and inclusive to patrons with disabilities. However, relevant accessibility information is often missing from publicly available library policies. This article uses findings from a content analysis of SUNY libraries' public collection development and accessibility policies to gain insight into current trends and develop best practices in the creation of accessibility policy language.
ISSN:0010-0870
2150-6701
DOI:10.5860/crl.86.3.394