This article provides a guide to sources of large type books for the partially sighted adult and child. Several catalogs as well as other sources are discussed. (STS)

THIS IS A SELECTED LISTING OF PIANO MUSIC. PART I SELECTIONS ARE "LARGE NOTE" SIZE, APPROXIMATELY COMPARABLE TO AN UNCAPITALIZED "O" IN 18- TO 24-POINT TYPE SIZE. PART II SELECTIONS ARE COMPARABLE TO AN UNCAPITALIZED "O" IN 12- TO 14-POINT TYPE SIZE. THE 262 SELECTIONS ARE IDENTIFIED BY DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY, SIZE OF NOTE-HEAD, NAME OF PUBLISHER,…

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.…

Efforts which are being made to meet the need for large print books by the visually handicapped are briefly reviewed. (NH)

The Rand Corporation has been doing research on closed-circuit television systems to aid the partially sighted since 1966. The current experimental system enhances the image electronically to provide a magnified image that is brighter and has greater contrast than the object being observed. The system also incorporates an easily movable platform…

Listed in the circular are approximately 32 commercial and volunteer producers of large type materials, approximately 50 large type books for reference and special needs, and five further sources of large type materials. Usually given for each alphabetically listed producer are the address, specialty (whether producer of specific categories or of…

This directory lists the names of volunteer groups and individuals who transcribe and record books and other reading materials under the Library of Congress' National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped program. The listing is alphabetical by state. Each entry is assigned an index number and specifies such services as braille…

This reference circular contains information about large-print materials. Section 1 is an annotated list of selected sources of large-print materials available for purchase or loan. The sources are publishers or distributors, specialized libraries, and associations for persons with visual impairments. Several of these sources also provide general…

This selective, annotated bibliography covers library service to the blind, partially sighted, and physically handicapped who are unable to use conventional printed materials. Coverage is limited to library-related activities in the United States, including items on services, programs, projects, and materials in libraries of all types. The 119…

This article reports on information provided by 109 teachers regarding the use of large type and optical devices, discussing teachers' confidence in instructing students to use optical devices, the criteria used to choose reading modes for individual children, and other issues. Cost factors and availability of large-type materials are also…

The information contained in this publication will be helpful in carrying out projects to aid blind and visually handicapped children and adults of all ages. Special materials available from the Library of Congress such as: talking books, books in braille, large print books, and books in moon type are described. Other sources of reading materials…

This article reviews literature on the issue of whether it is preferable to teach students literacy skills using large print or using standard print with optical devices. Findings indicate reading standard print with optical devices is as effective a literacy medium as large print and, perhaps, a more effective one. (Contains references.) (CR)