Accessibility of Cultural Heritage Exhibits

The global impact of the digital revolution in the cultural sector worldwide brings about the need to ensure the accessibility of physical exhibits, interactive digital exhibits, digital media and digital content for disabled people. The paper addresses the accessibility of CH resources, and the need for a new approach to accessible user interaction with CH exhibits.

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