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Gustafson, Julia; Langan, Kerry – 1990
In addition to a literature review emphasizing definitions, statistics, and legislation concerning learning disabilities, this paper presents the results of a 1987 survey of academic libraries regarding their services for postsecondary learning disabled students. Responses (n=525) to the questionnaire indicated that, as a group, academic…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Definitions, Higher Education, Learning Disabilities
Lessee, Judyth – 1984
Intended primarily for library staff in a public library, the guide presents information about major types of disabilities. Information includes definitions and a discussion of characteristics, suggestions for interaction, lists of professional readings and books for children and adults, names and addresses of related agencies (including local…
Descriptors: Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Definitions, Disabilities
Lampman, Sherry, Comp.; Leitzke, Nowell, Comp. – 1991
This compilation was put together to help librarians work for literacy in their communities more effectively. Information was gathered from tip sheets produced as part of the 1987-1990 Community Alliances for Literacy and Learning (CALL) project and from tip sheets that were part of the 1991 Library Resources for Literacy project. Additional…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Community Programs, Continuing Education
Walter, Virginia A. – 1995
This document is a manual designed to improve library services to young adults. Information is divided into three parts: (1) "Applying the Planning and Role Setting Process to Library Services for Young Adults"; (2) "Evaluating the Results: The Measurement Process"; and (3) "The Output Measures." Part 1 discusses the Public Library Association…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Community Relations, Data Collection