The School of Information Science at the University of South Carolina has established a laboratory to conduct research, provide resources, and plan programming related to protecting access to information people need.  Areas and issues of interest include:

• Universal Access and Universal Design

• Access for people with different abilities

• Digital Divide

• Freedom to Read

• Information Access Policies

• Electronic, web, and mobile accessibility

• Inclusion and Diversity Policies

• Preservice and Continuing Education

• Skills development and job training

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Information about the LLEAD is available by contacting Dr. Clayton Copeland at copelan2@mailbox.sc.edu.