THE 3-TS FOR A TALKING ONLINE CATALOG - TECHNOLOGY, TEAMWORK, TEACHING

With the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, there is a renewed emphasis on library collection accessibility for persons with disabilities. Modem computer technology can be adapted so that v isually impaired or blind people can independently access today's onli ne catalog. Successful creation and maintenance of a speaking large-pr int catalog requires a mixture of hardware, software, and caring peopl e. A team with vision and stamina for a continuing promotion and educa tion program is essential. The availability of the adapted online cata log will open new horizons to blind and visually impaired patrons in b oth the public and academic sectors.