Deepen your understanding of inclusive innovation with this curated list of essential reads. Whether you’re a student, designer, engineer, educator, or advocate, these foundational books explore the critical intersection of assistive technology, universal design, and disability rights. From the historical context of everyday accessibility to modern challenges in technoableism, this collection provides the expert insights and practical knowledge needed to create a more accessible world. Discover your next vital read below. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support.
Accessible America: A History of Disability and Design
Bess Williamson | 2019 | 280 pages
Historical examination of how design shapes disabled lives, from curb cuts to smartphones, tracing the evolution of accessible technology.
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Against Technoableism: Rethinking Who Needs Improvement
Ashley Shew | 2023 | 160 pages
Manifesto arguing that disabled people are the true experts on disability technology and challenging ableist assumptions in tech development.
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Disability, Society and Assistive Technology
Bodil Ravneberg & Sylvia Söderström | 2017 | 240 pages
Empirical examination of relationships between society, disability, and technology with cross-cultural examples.
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Handbook of Electronic Assistive Technology
Various | 2018 | 462 pages
Clinical reference guide covering electronic assistive technologies and their practical applications.
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Universal Design: Creating Inclusive Environments
Edward Steinfeld & Jordana Maisel | 2012 | 408 pages
Textbook covering principles and practices of universal design for physical and digital environments.
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The Accessible Home: Designing for All Ages and Abilities
Deborah Pierce | 2012 | 224 pages
Practical guide to designing homes that are accessible for people with disabilities and aging adults.
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Making Self-Employment Work for People with Disabilities
Cary Griffin, David Hammis, & Molly Sullivan | 2016 | 384 pages
Step-by-step guide to starting a small business for disabled adults, covering business planning and funding.
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Assistive Technologies – 6th Edition
Albert M. Cook & Janice M. Polgar | 2022 | 592 pages
Comprehensive textbook covering assistive strategies and technologies for improving quality of life.
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Disability and the City: International Perspectives
Rob Imrie | 2017 | 240 pages
Examination of urban accessibility and disability in cities around the world.
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