An analytical model for the grammatical description of educational television is illustrated by an examination of what television does to a traditional plot in a dramatic narrative. Segments from dramatic narratives presented on educational channels were videotaped, and a program of observation and recording of elements for video programs was…

THE PRESENT STUDY WAS UNDERTAKEN TO ASSESS THE DESIRABILITY OF USING VIDEOTAPED INSTRUCTION TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM OF PROVIDING UNIFORMLY CONSISTENT STUDY SKILLS COURSES TO UNIVERSITY STUDENTS. THIS FIRST PHASE INVOLVED PRODUCING TEN 30-MINUTE VIDEOTAPED LECTURES. THE SECOND PHASE CONSISTED OF OFFERING THE VIDEOTAPED COURSE TO NINE GROUPS THROUGHOUT…

The suggestions offered in this book are divided into sections based on the amount of equipment available to the teacher. Preparation of original instructional tapes is described. Suggestions for administrators include the effective use of television in in-service training, student orientation, observation programs, school safety programs, program…

Many universities have already begun to explore the use of closed-circuit television (CCTV) for internal purposes. Provided that the equipment installed is of adequate quality and technically compatible with that of other universities, CCTV, supplemented by arrangements for recording on magnetic tape or on film, can provide a basis for…

The guide is intended for preservice teacher education in the use of video technology for the education of the deaf. Listed are advantages of instructional television such as its ability to provide immediate feedback through instant replay. Suggestions for use of the videotape recorded and monitor for playback include renting commercially prepared…

Seven papers concerning use of media in educating handicapped children are presented. Given the learning problems of handicapped children, Philip H. Mann urges teachers to explore a wide variety of media as an aid to education. The proliferation of media and materials need not provide an insurmountable problem to the teacher, according to…

How a major medical center uses television in many ways. (JY)

Describes a teaching model using a VTR system as an integral part of the pedagogical situation. The method is based primarily on assigning to the student preparation of videotapes to be used both for immediate instruction and also for future classes. (VT)

Northeast Louisiana University, a new university, has used technology effectively, with equipment such as closed circuit TV systems, electronic pianos, video taping of student teachers, programmed research, and even electronic chimes in the clock tower. (PG)

An outline of a television series for British students who will leave school at the legal minimum age. Teacher commentaries on the use of televised mathematics lessons are presented. (MM)

The president of Display Systems Corporation describes a new technique to provide teacher requested content via night broadcast." (Editor/AA)

Auxiliary materials, exciting and varied formats, and consistent revision help provide high quality content to wide and scattered student audiences at a variety of hours. (Author)

A look at how the Danville, Illinois, Public School District uses a local CATV system to distribute instructional television programs. (HB)