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1. Washington Talking Book and Braille Library 2. Process of Making Braille Books
1. Washington Talking Book and Braille Library 2. Process of Making Braille Books 3. JAWS Program Demo
WTBBL provides a free public library service needed by individuals in the State of Washington who are unable to read standard print material.
A Braille service of the SPL in 1906 Washington Regional Lib. in 1973 Since 1975, Washington State funding
A Braille service of the SPL in 1906 Washington Regional Lib. in 1973 Since 1975, Washington State funding Under a contract, the library had been operated by the SPL until July 1, 2008
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Number of Patrons
Age
Collections
Books by format Braille Cassette Digital Books Large Type Total Titles 13,800 57,310 3,742 17,024 91,876 Items 29,939 287,763 26,255 18,639 362,596
visually blind & impaired friendly radio software (ex. Adobe Audition) Talk shows, programming & editing can be done by blind volunteers
visually blind & impaired friendly radio software (ex. Adobe Audition) Talk shows, programming & editing can be done by blind volunteers
24/7 program (Wire Ready) Radio automation system Podcasts downloadable from the Homepage
visually blind & impaired friendly radio software (ex. Adobe Audition) Talk shows, programming & editing can be done by blind volunteers
24/7 program (Wire Ready) Radio automation system Podcasts downloadable from the Web Only two such radio service in the nation: Hawaii and Washington state
visually blind & impaired friendly radio software (ex. Adobe Audition) Talk shows, programming & editing can be done by blind volunteers
24/7 program (Wire Ready) Radio automation system Podcasts downloadable from the Web Only two such radio service in the nation: Hawaii and Washington state Utah recently closed the service(budget cut)
Volunteer Program
400 + people donate 32,000 + hours yearly 32,000 volunteer hours =16 FT employees.
Trends
DIGITAL, DIGITAL, DIGITAL
Digital Increase
Step 1. Scanning
Braille Alphabet
Braille Alphabet
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I love Braille because it allows me to see the outside world around me. Without sight, touch is the next best thing on the list. Since Braille gives me a chance to look into what other kids are able to see, it is my lifeline. - Su Park -