Checklist for School Library Support of Special Education Students
1. Special Ed teachers & librarian compile information of specific needs of students.
2. Analyze library collection & services to meet those learning needs.
VISUAL
signage
graphics
braille/large print
computer text enlarging programs
closed caption
developmentally appropriate websites
book & learning displays feature variety of mobility, culture
OTHER:
AUDITORY
audio Books
subscriptions like Tumbleweed books with read aloud features
websites of books collections with read aloud options
WORLD BOOK & OTHER SUBSCRIPTIONS THAT OFFER AUDIO OPTIONS
quiet space
headphones
OTHER:
PHYSICAL
aisle/table width for wheel chair
accessible circulation desk for wheel chair
adjustable seating for special needs, size, use of left arm
clear traffic flow/ collection arrangement
lower shelves plus plan for reaching higher shelves
variety of groups, partners
quiet space
OTHER:
EMOTIONAL
developmentally appropriate books & media
age appropriate library decorations (stuffs in Elementary for reading buddies)
variety of selection choice (i.e., the student that always wants train book)
not too visually "busy"
display of student work
able to participate in library "help" circulation, stamping due date, passing out materials
quiet space (reading bench, rugs)
OTHER:
ACADEMIC
Use a variety of presentation modes to teach:
Print, non print, primary, electronic sources
Information Literacy
Student free choice reading
Curriculum support
Community speakers/guests/authors
OTHER
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