Policy Issues in Communications Accessibility
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12365236 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Sharon N Barnartt (Gallaudet University, corresponding author), Katherine D Seelman (National Council on Disability), Bonnie Gracer (Gallaudet University) |
| Year | 1990 |
| Volume | 1 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 47-63 |
| Publication date | 1990-07-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Disability Policy Studies (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1044-2073 • E-ISSN: 1538-4802 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/104420739000100203 |
| OpenAlex | W2159337744 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 7 |
The issue of communication accessibility is an extension of the concept of architectural accessibility. Communications accessibility would eliminate barriers to information flow and to communication processes for people with sensory impairments. Among the environmental factors which affect communications accessibility are the availability of technology and architectural design factors. At present some statutes and regulations apply to communications accessibility, but changes are needed in laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels. The economic problems raised by the need to enhance communications accessibility are similar to those for architectural accessibility, except that communications accessibility more often entails on-going costs. Although the costs of some modifications may be covered under existing laws or programs, many are not
Business · Computer security · Information flow · Internet privacy · Political science · State (computer science · Statute · Telecommunications · Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility · Computer Science · Digital Accessibility for Disabilities · Disability Education and Employment · Law
| Citations per year | 0.09 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 1992 - 1993 (2) |
| Highly cited | No |