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repackaging information to make it more approachable, comprehensible,

and appropriate for a variety of consumers.

• Devices for assistive technology are available in university libraries: This

theme emphasises the importance of integrating assistive technologies in
university libraries to improve inclusion and accessibility. The papers

cover the significance of supplying tools and technologies that help people
with impairments access information and use library resources.

These topics show that the adaptation of inclusive education in libraries is the
primary emphasis of LIS research as a whole. The themes and areas of

coverage by VICLIS research are shown in Table 1. As a result, VICLIS
research has mostly focused on boosting support for people with disabilities

in library settings, addressing difficulties, and improving access. These topics

highlight the contribution that libraries provide to fostering social inclusion,
ensuring equity, and empowering users with special needs.

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