Describes a small television network set up by four southeast Iowa school districts that uses microwave transmission to allow full interaction between a teacher in one school and students in that school and three others. Notes the savings realized and gives the reactions of students, teachers, and administrators. (RW)

The paper addresses issues facing small and rural Iowa school districts that attempt to provide services for their gifted and talented students. Problems with transportation, personnel costs, and the small number of target students are cited, and enrichment program alternatives such as mentorships, educational programing from television and radio,…

Discusses the telecommunications systems in operation at Buena Vista College in Iowa. Describes the systems' uses in linking all offices and classrooms on the campus, downlinking satellite communications through a dish, transmitting audio and video information to any set of defined studio or classroom space, and teleconferencing. (TW)