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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2007-Jul
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The Legibility of Typefaces for Readers with Low Vision: A Research Review
Russell-Minda, Elizabeth; Jutai, Jeffrey W.; Strong, J. Graham; Campbell, Kent A.; Gold, Deborah; Pretty, Lisa; Wilmot, Lesley
Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, v101 n7 p402-415 Jul 2007
This article presents a systematic review of the research evidence on the effects of the characteristics of typefaces on the legibility of text for adult readers with low vision. The review revealed that research has not produced consistent findings and thus that there is a need to develop standards and guidelines that are informed by evidence. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Partial Vision, Written Language, Printing, Visual Impairments, Sensory Aids, Printed Materials, Reading, Accessibility (for Disabled), Literature Reviews, Large Type Materials, Reading Rate, Design Requirements, Reader Text Relationship
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Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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