Any new product or system demands that both user and producer adapt. The impact of technological change on people and training is illustrated by the introduction of color television in France, Germany, and England. Training was necessary at several levels before the mass production of color television sets could begin. The production and…

In order to determine whether Appalachia Educational Laboratory (AEL) had the capacity to produce a TV series of technical quality and whose content meets criteria designed for the selection of children's television programs, two pilot tapes were produced by AEL and submitted for rating to seven early childhood education specialists from seven…

This course outline has been prepared as a guide to help the student gain mastery in the proper brush techniques required for proficiency in brush lettering. The skills of Brush Lettering 1 are a prerequisite. Consisting of 135 clock hours, the course prepares the student to understand brush lettering for poster production and advertising layout.…

The intent of this field tested instructional package is to acquaint the student with the methods and processes used in the production of goods. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes media guide, suggested classroom activities, and sample student evaluation forms as well as the basic information section. The course…

The purpose of this paper is to examine the role played by the media in the 1972 U.S. Senate election in Virginia during the Scott and Spong campaigns. Its primary interest is the use of television, particularly the intense blitz by the Scott organization, which is viewed as a significant variable in the Scott victory. The case study seeks to…

To stimulate an awareness of the activities of the British and National Institutes of Adult Education, 20 selections from the 43 volumes of "Adult Education" are presented. This collection marks half-a-century's assertion of the necessity of adult education as it has been focused or reflected in the work of the National Institute of…

A collection of informative articles which promote the ideal of free access to television technology appears in this tabloid format periodical. Of particular note is a proposed videotape distribution and exchange system, in which the periodical would serve as a clearinghouse for the exchange of non-commercial videotapes. Other articles concern…

Describes step-by-step procedure for creating a 20-minute public relations slide/tape show for a large community mental health and home health agency in rural Maine. Emphasizes importance of face-to-face contact, identifying and addressing the potential audience, creating a neighbor-to-neighbor atmosphere, and imaginatively using graphics to…

Summarizes findings of a survey of selected members of the Association for Media and Technology in Education (Canada) to identify which instructional development field techniques they utilize and the extent of their use; presents conclusions concerning instructional development's state of the art in Canada; and discusses implications for future of…

Offers three brief articles on three teacher-initiated programs that involve collaboration with colleagues and students: in music/arts production by fourth and fifth graders; an independent study program in which middle school students wrote grant proposals; and an activity in which seventh graders mapped a timeline of Earth history and geologic…

Discusses successes and failures in the field of instructional technology and suggests methods to design more appropriate systems that would present fewer barriers to adoption. Topics discussed include educational television; videotext; video technology; audiovisual aids; teleconferencing; computer assisted instruction; interactive video; CD-ROM;…

Description of training institutes developed by the government of India to improve the irrigation system focuses on the communication system infrastructure for the production and use of audiovisual materials for training. Highlights include local production of media; equipment and communication networks; cost effectiveness; and recommendations for…

Describes an introductory media course developed at Purdue University Calumet for undergraduate elementary education students which consisted of individualized instruction modules and seminars. Components of the course are explained, including equipment operations, media production, and instructional design, and the role of the Educational Media…

Describes study conducted in West Germany that investigated the effects of presentation features and content on learning from television news. Recall, recognition, and comprehension are discussed; illustrated news items are examined; dependent and independent variables are described; and suggestions for further research are given. (33 references)…

This series of articles examines various aspects of audiovisual production. Topics discussed include production programs for teachers and students offered by school libraries; the use of thermal transparencies and filmstrips; animation techniques; slide shows; videotape productions; and mainstreaming special education students in media projects.…