This paper describes the development of a video-based evaluation tool for use in Rett syndrome (RTT). Components include a parent-report checklist, and video filming and coding protocols that contain items on eating, drinking, communication, hand function and movements, personal care and mobility. Ninety-seven of the 169 families who initially…

The thirty-third annual International Student Media Festival was held last October in Anaheim. The authors went to see some of the activities, feel the electricity generated by the students, teachers, and parents in attendance, and visit with some of the participants. This wonderful showcase of the best student-produced media in the nation has…

The author describes her experiences in producing a videotape program for deaf students. The program uses students' talents and is comprised of four parts: information on some aspect of contemporary living, career interviews with deaf adults, information on leisure activities, and an historical topic. (CL)

Although prior research clearly shows that toddlers have difficulty learning from video, the basis for their difficulty is unknown. In the 2 current experiments, the effect of social feedback on 2-year-olds' use of information from video was assessed. Children who were told "face to face" where to find a hidden toy typically found it, but children…

Describes various types of video producers and suggests how to decide which one is best for training needs. (JOW)

Describes levels of interactive video instruction and advantages of videotape and videodisc, and gives tips on program development. (SK)

Describes use of structured videotaped experiences instead of laboratory meetins in an undergraduate developmental psychology course. Students exposed to videotapes found the course more interesting, attended laboratory sessions more frequently, and performed better on exams. (Author/KC)

The development of a videotape on contraception is described as part of a college level human sexuality course for hearing impaired students. Format and presentation information of the videotape, which uses captions and total communication, is set forth. (CL)

Determined whether having preschoolers review video segments they did not initially comprehend would increase their comprehension of sex abuse prevention concepts. States that children who viewed repetition of program segment learned more than children who viewed the segment once. Concludes that this method of enhancing children's comprehension of…

Describes empirical research in the fields of neurology and cognitive science that is being conducted to determine how and why the brain learns. Explains ways that video is compatible with how the brain learns and suggests it should be used more extensively by teachers and library media specialists. (LRW)

Video is the principal instructional instrument used in this program designed to provide instruction through which attorneys can keep up with accelerating generation of new laws and other changes. (MP)

Reports the results of a survey of the use of videotape programming in continuing pharmaceutical education. Examines sources of media, participant interest, problems, costs, and implications of technological developments for continuing education professionals. (SK)

Reviewed are advantages of video techniques in increasing the self-awareness of students and teachers, modifying behavior, and implementing career training programs. Guidelines are offered as points to consider in the judicial use of video technology. (CS)

Describes an instrument to evaluate instructional videos in terms of content, instructional plan, technical considerations, and supplemental material. Explains its use in establishing baseline information about videos in order to decide whether to recommend their use. (SK)

Provides a description of the facilities, equipment, and educational resources in the Multimedia Laboratory of the College of Business Administration at the University of Texas at Austin. The types of educational activities for which the laboratory are used by business graduate students are discussed. (JL)