Collections and Services for the Spanish-Speaking: Accessibility.

Marquis, Solina Kasten

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ERIC Number: EJ675105

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Publication Date: 2003

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Collections and Services for the Spanish-Speaking: Accessibility.

Marquis, Solina Kasten

Public Libraries, v42 n3 p172-77 May-Jun 2003

Discusses making public library collections accessible to Spanish-speaking users and describes the consequences that can result from inattention to linguistic and cultural accessibility. Topics include cataloging issues and solutions; labeling; shelving; signage; electronic access; Spanish language training for staff; intercultural communication; and continuing professional support. (Author/LRW)

Descriptors: Access to Information, Cataloging, Intercultural Communication, Library Collections, Library Personnel, Library Services, Public Libraries, Second Language Learning, Spanish, Spanish Speaking, Staff Development, User Needs (Information)

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Language: English

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