We're continuing our year-end look at the most influencial, ground-breaking, or otherwise important stories of 2009. In addition to our own staff, we consulted with some industry experts including ACB Radio Main Menu's Jamie Pauls, the Blind Geek Zone's Rick Harmon, Ranger from the Ranger Station Blog, and the Fred's Head Companion's Michael McCarty to help create our list. We'll present one item every day through New Year's day, when we'll reach number 1. Today, we look at a new breakthrough in the world of free books.
A few years ago, Bookshare announced a landmark deal with the U.S. Department of Education, allowing for free memberships for U.S. students with proper certification. This has allowed for thousands of users to gain free access to textbooks and leisure materials.
Now, another option has been made available, allowing for free access to human-narrated books from Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic. Thanks to another grant, individual memberships are now free with proper certification. That makes no less than three sources for high-quality books including the NLS BARD program, opening up countless possibilities both for students and professionals. This pivotal grant allowing for RFB&D's free individual access is number 8 on our list.
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J.J. Meddaugh is an experienced technology writer and computer enthusiast. He is a graduate of Western Michigan University with a major in telecommunications management and a minor in business. When not writing for Blind Bargains, he enjoys travel, playing the keyboard, and meeting new people.
