BARD

BARD stands for Braille and Audio Download. It is an app for those who have visual and hearing impairments. It provides them with access to talking books, magazines, and music scores in braille. New additions are being made every day so the collection is always expanding.

I believe that BARD could be a great addition to any collection for students who have special needs. It will increase access to not only materials within the library but ones that the library might not otherwise have access to. In addition the musical scores being in braille will increase access to music and could be used in music classes or projects.

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