Research Guides: Accessibility Resources: Overview

Accessibility at SMU Libraries

Accessibility is the responsibility of every staff member in the Libraries. Every department has a role in creating an accessible library.

SMU Libraries Accessibility page
Our services, library materials, assistive technology, and policies for patrons with disabilities.

SMU Libraries staff accessibility training tutorial
Required LibWizard tutorial for all SMU Libraries staff

SMU Libraries staff accessibility training resources
Resources that are quoted, linked, or mentioned in the SMU Libraries Accessibility Training Module

Northeastern University Learning Path
21-Day Accessibility Awareness Learning Path

Library Accessibility Toolkit
The Library Accessibility Toolkit offers the latest research, useful terminology, tools for testing, assistive technology, and legal considerations related to accessibility.
Library Accessibility Alliance
SMU Libraries participates in the LAA through our membership in GWLA. The Library Accessibility Alliance engages with vendors to improve usability of online resources for all users, including third-party accessibility evaluations of library e-resources.

Library Accessibility (library-related questions)

Disability & Accommodations Success Strategies (for students)

Office of Institutional Access and Equity (staff accommodations and event support)

Goal 4.3 "Apply universal design concepts to create accessible and inviting spaces and services"
Goal 5.4 "Apply universal design concepts to... create and maintain equitable access to SMU Libraries' virtual presence."