A study of instructional materials, especially media, available for ophthalmology teaching was initiated at the University of Washington School of Medicine in March 1973. Some 115 catalog and distribution sources were contracted, from which more than 200 potential titles were identified. Fifty three materials were reviewed and evaluated. Six materials were considered of enough value for acquisition by the University of Washington for permanent use, while nine others were approved for periodic loan/rental. In addition, a number of areas where new materials might be produced were identified, three of which are in the process of production. (Author/DGC)