beyond books, beyond barriers – creating a self serve library
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Carol Solosy
Director: Training, Employment and Information Services
David Vosnacos
Program Manager: Information Systems
Association for the Blind of Western Australia (Inc.)
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The Right to Read
A long standing history
Changing times
What are we trying to achieve?
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Vision Australia
Royal National Institute for the Blind (UK)
Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
South African Library for the Blind
Library of Congress (USA)
Canadian National Institute for the Blind
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Fundamental principles◦ Emerging information technology proficiency
◦ Willingness to embrace IT
Digital format options
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In-house production
Convert existing productions
Purchase other productions
Public domain materials
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Audio-Read (Books in the Sky) – Version 1
iPod Shufflers
Audio-Read (Books in the Sky) – Version 2
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Key questions:1. Current library management system
2. Delivery methods
3. Playback devices supported and maintained
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Viable alternatives
Open source option/s
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Current library borrowers
DAISY format
Hardware and software alternatives
Cartridge-style USB
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Download issues:◦ Speed
◦ File size
Delivery trial feedback
Internet Service Provider
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Elements:◦ Customisable web portal – font size, colour
contrasting
◦ Built in screen reading software
◦ Simple interface
Apple Mac Mini
Trial locations
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Broadband access limitations
USB cartridge
Delivery mechanism
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Beta-testing online delivery
Self-serve kiosk roll out
Feedback
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Worldwide trends
Mainstream libraries
Emerging technologies
Current and future needs
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David Vosnacos
Program Manager: Information Systems
Telephone: +61 8 9311 8202
Facsimile: +61 8 9361 8696
Email: [email protected]