Networked library access and services delivery for the blind and visually impaired university students: evidence from the UAE

Al-Harrasi, Alia; Taha, Ahmed

doi:10.1108/idd-07-2017-0058

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“…However, the lack of rights and opportunities to undergo and gain access to high recitation ratings like other members of society is still at an unsatisfactory stage (Khalil et al, 2022;Roslan et al, 2021). Students with disabilities convenience facilities, entry process, awareness stage for the provision of students with disabilities convenience between indicators of measuring the weakness of students with disabilities intimate education provision among service providers ranked high (Mahdzar et al, 2018;Al-Harrasi & Taha, 2019). So, this systematic literature review was conducted to analyze the gap in the study of indicators of students with disabilities-friendly higher education institutions among students with disabilities in Malaysia.…”

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A Scientific Review on Disabled-Friendly Educational Environment for Disabilities Student in Malaysia

Ismail¹,

Mohammad²,

Nirwana³

et al. 2023

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The increasing number of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Malaysia,as registered with the Department of Social Welfare until the end of 2020, estimated at 570,000, requires attention. PWDs are part of Malaysian society and should be granted equal rights and opportunities to live their lives easily. However, achieving this equality is not an easy task today. PWDs face various factors and challenges due to negative attitudes and discrimination deeply ingrained in society. Therefore, this study aims to explore the facilities and inclusivity in higher education for PWDs. It presents an exploratory study based on selected previous research regarding higher education for students with special needs in Malaysia. The research utilized a selection approach of 10 chosen articles to explore issues, management, and implementation efforts to create a PWD-friendly environment. The study found that educational facilities at the higher education level have been established, such as specially constructed parking spaces for PWDs. The study suggests the need for further improvements in other infrastructural aspects, such as wheelchair-friendly pathways, special routes for the visually impaired, and so on. The success of inclusive higher education for PWDs should involve a proactive environment in combating the neglect of PWDs in national development. Hopefully, these ideas can contribute to the construction of an inclusive environment within educational institutions. The study also suggests future research on the moral aspects of society towards PWDs.

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Section: Pwds Intimate High Recitation Issuementioning

confidence: 99%

A Scientific Review on Disabled-Friendly Educational Environment for Disabilities Student in Malaysia

Ismail¹,

Mohammad²,

Nirwana³

et al. 2023

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“…Al-Harrasi and Taha (2019) revealed that students with visual dysfunction complain about lack of support provided by libraries in accessing electronic content. Another study by Siamian et al (2014) found that libraries have not performed well in meeting the needs of visually impaired.…”

Section: Review Of Literaturementioning

confidence: 99%

Information system for visually impaired in Indian universities: a user’s perspectives

Bhardwaj

2021

IDD

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Purpose This study aims to comprehend the perceptions of visually impaired users in development of information systems in Indian universities. This will help higher educational institutions in India to fulfil information requirements of visually impaired users. Design/methodology/approach A twofold method was used in the study: survey of visually impaired students in four universities; design and development of an online information system for visually impaired (ISVI). A structured questionnaire was used for survey of visually impaired users in Indian universities. The questionnaire with 33 open-ended questions was distributed among 603 visually impaired users and 316 responses were received. Stratified sampling technique was used in data collection. Response rate was 52.4%. The received responses were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 19 and presented through tables and figures. Findings Majority of respondents revealed that lack of content availability in vernacular language, poor information resources access mechanism, less volume of course content and poor maintenance of assistive software(s) and devices and non-standardized e-resources compatible with the assistive software(s) are some major inhibits faced. Majority of respondents revealed that they prefer scribes in examinations because use of assistive technology (AT) is time-consuming. Lack of training and confidence in using AT is another reason for preferring scribes in examinations. Research limitations/implications This study was conducted on a limited number of visually impaired uses in Indian universities. Also, the online system ISVI contains a sample collection related to undergraduate courses only. Practical implications This study will help Indian universities to identify problems faced by visually impaired users. Findings of the study can help faculty members, decision-makers to understand the perspective of visually impaired. Besides this, the study can also help government agencies in formulating policies. Findings will help in developing robust information resources suiting the needs of visually impaired. Originality/value This study developed an online system ISVI (www.isvi.in) suitable to address the requirements of visually impaired students. Furthermore, it can guide policymakers, faculty members and information professionals in developing seamless open access information systems.

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“…Several related studies were reviewed to understand the perception of visually impaired users relating to development of the information system. AI-Harrasi and Taha (2019) conducted a study on 35 blind and print disabled persons with the aim of understanding the use of resources in completing assignments. The study found that the university library failed to answer their needs for getting access to digital contents.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Therefore, they suggested that all stakeholders responsible for design and development of web content must work together and try to find solutions so that web content can be accessed by all. Al-Harrasi and Taha (2019) highlighted that students with visual dysfunction complain regarding lack of support provided by libraries in getting electronic content. Students also mentioned that online services provided by libraries are inadequate.…”

Section: Review Of Literaturementioning

confidence: 99%

Availability and preferences for information services to visually impaired tertiary students in Delhi

Bhardwaj

2021

JET

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PurposeThe study aims to understand the information services provided to visually impaired users in Indian universities. Further, the study identifies the nuances of information system for visually impaired (ISVI) development suitable to the requirements of the visually impaired community in Indian higher educational institutions.Design/methodology/approachA two-fold methodology was followed in the study: (1) empirical survey and (2) information system design and development. The empirical survey was conducted in Indian higher educational institutions wherein 316 responses were collected including 185 (58.5%) undergraduate and 131 (41.5%) postgraduate students. A stratified random sampling technique was used in data collection. Empirical study findings were further used as a basis for ISVI design and development for addressing the information requirements of visually impaired users.FindingsThe study found that 232 respondents (73.2%) access the Internet every day. “Surprisingly, 143 respondents (45.3%) revealed that no digital infrastructure is available in their institutions, while 173 respondents (54.7%) stated digital infrastructure is available. A total of 210 respondents (75.9%) highlighted that the interface of open access (OA) resources is not designed as per visually impaired (VI) students' requirements. information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure is not up to the mark revealed as by 34 respondents (10.7 percent) and was rated ‘poor.’” A total of 268 respondents (90.2%) expressed that their institution should develop the information system to full their information needs.Research limitations/implicationsThe study is conducted in only one state in India due to financial hindrances. Visually impaired students studying in other states of India are not covered in the study, which may have different perception about the design and development of information system for the visually impaired.Practical implicationsAn online ISVI is designed and developed under the study, which is accessible at http://www.isvi.in. Furthermore, the findings of the study may also be used by administrators of the higher educational institutions for building ICT infrastructure for visually impaired students.Originality/valueNo study has been conducted in Indian higher educational institutions for understanding the availability and preferences of information services to visually impaired tertiary students.

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Networked library access and services delivery for the blind and visually impaired university students: evidence from the UAE

Cited by 4 publications

References 20 publications

A Scientific Review on Disabled-Friendly Educational Environment for Disabilities Student in Malaysia

A Scientific Review on Disabled-Friendly Educational Environment for Disabilities Student in Malaysia

Information system for visually impaired in Indian universities: a user’s perspectives

Availability and preferences for information services to visually impaired tertiary students in Delhi

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