If essential content is distributed without transcripts of audio or text descriptions of diagrams this could disadvantage some students or staff: authors need to be confident that they can respond in a timely manner to requests for this information, and have processes in place to provide it if required.
Individuals may request information in alternative formats such as Braille, audio or ‘Daisy Book’ format. Newcastle University has arrangements in place to buy in these specialist transcription services.
Transcription costs will be considerably lower if the starting point is a structured, electronic document.
Requests for published material in alternative formats should be addressed to the appropriate liaison librarian via Student Wellbeing Service (Disability Support).