The structure, history, technology and especially regulation of broadcasting in general are summarized in this Federal Communication Commission (FCC) information bulletin. Further specifics of history, technology, structure and regulation are presented for AM radio, FM radio, television, educational broadcasting, and broadcast relay by satellite.…

A general discussion of the status of educational radio in the United States. (HB)

"Broadcasting as it exists now in the United States is a pitiful, unmitigated whore." That ribald statement indicates the point-of-view and basic theme of this anti-establishment booklet designed to provide the basic information necessary for anyone or any group wanting to gain access to FM radio (primarily the educational broadcasting…

Authors discuss their impressions of educational radio today based on their extensive surveys and participation in the industry. (HB)

One in a series of studies of experiments in new audiovisual techniques in Europe and the situations in some member countries, this paper traces the development of radio in Italy. Opposing views about radio broadcasting (public monopoly vs. freedom of broadcasting) are examined, and the various political and legal aspects of communications in…

A brief discussion of how radio can serve as a valuable instructional aid. (HB)

Suggests an effective way of teaching French through the use of radio and television programs originating in France. (DS)

Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Philological Association held December 28-30, 1971, in Cincinnati, Ohio. (DS)

This report presents the activities of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting for 1979. Sections deal with the following topics: telecommunications activities, including public radio, educational television, the program fund unit, educational activities, and the children's program project; planning and research, including communication and…

Contrary to the dismal expectations prevalent in the 1950's, educational radio has not only survived the phenomenal growth of educational television, but has shown unmistakable signs of health and maturity. Though some stations are still groping to overcome problems, others have moved steadily toward the goal of wider and better service for the…

Rural education radio not only provides agricultural instruction but also allows peasants to talk as much as instructors, creating the conditions for constant interchange between the lowest and highest strata of the nation. (DE)