The Indianapolis Marion County Public Library (IMCPL) offers several assistive services at their Central Library location (40th East St. Clair Street, Indianapolis). Accessible Entrances: The 9th street entrance is wheelchair accessible. Garage: 13 accessible parking spots are located on each level of the parking garage. Parking fees can be paid at accessible locations near the […]
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Deaf Students Test Sign Language on Smartphones
For some technology users, video chat can be a fun application to take part in. For Deaf users, it can be used as a convenient communication method. Engineers at the University of Washington have created a method in which Deaf individuals are able to use video chat, for low costs, through their smart phone over […]
Indiana Repertory Theater Audio Description Play Schedule
The Indianapolis Repertory Theater now offers Audio Description Plays. A season package consists of six plays for $125. Please contact Daniel Hoffman at dhoffman@irtlive.com or 317-916-4826 for information about group sales or for any other questions you may have about this new program. The following is a list of plays that can be incorporated into the […]
New Book Helps Blind use Windows 7 and Windows Vista
Blind computer users have a very different experience than sighted users who can see the screen. Visually impaired users are only able to experience a very small part of the interface at one time, making it difficult to learn new graphical interfaces. Windows 7 and Vista Explained: A Guide for Blind and Partially Sighted Users […]
Ablegamers on CNN’s Edge of Discovery
The AbleGamers Foundation’s mission is to empower people with disabilities to enjoy digital revolution that is taking place in gaming. They are a nonprofit organization that provides video game accessibility for the disabled gamer. Recently, AbleGamers has been recognized by CNN for their work. They will be featured on CNN’s Edge of Discovery during the […]
Social Media and Accessibility
Technology is a rapidly changing world with each change likely to bring new accessibility issues. Work is ongoing to make sure these issues are addressed but the challenges of social networks and accessibility remain. Social media aims to deliver its message in a more innovative and engaging way rather than a leaflet or brochure. It […]