3.1: Profile client in terms of ICT competence and learning goals

Table of Contents

1. Establishing client competence in use of hardware and software
2. Using learning packages
3. The UK education and training system
4. Ascertaining special needs
5. Types of special needs
   1. Motor disabilities
   2. Visual impairment
   3. Hearing impairment
   4. Special learning needs
6. Sources of careers information

Types of special needs

It is difficult to compile a comprehensive list of special needs. Here are some of the most common with some suggestions as to how the library can facilitate learning for such clients.

• Motor disabilities

• Visual impairment

• Hearing impairment

• Special learning needs (including literacy, numeracy and English as a second language)

Let's begin by looking at Motor disabilities ...