Radio rhetoric is set apart from traditional rhetoric by the efficacy it commands. This study focuses on rhetorical perspective in radio communication, noting 10 identifiable aspects of radio rhetoric noteworthy in undertaking rhetorical criticism: (1) the pressures of federal regulations which require balanced presentation affect preparation; (2)…

This book provides information on institutions preparing students for work in educational and public broadcasting. This second edition has been revised and updated. Each institution was asked 10 questions relating to its educational broadcasting courses and programs. In addition to courses, program questions concern financial assistance, minority…

Rural Radio (RR) in Dahomey has a radio network that covers most of the national territory with two transmitters plus 4KW short wave. The program themes are suggested by an advisory group from interested ministries such as Education, Youth and Sport, Agriculture, Health, etc., but the primary objective of the project lies in promoting dialogues…

An overview of the full range of educational broadcasts offered by Nippon Hoso Kyokai (NHK) is presented. Nippon Hoso Kyokai, which translates to English as Japan Broadcasting Company, is the only public service broadcasting organization in Japan; it operates two AM radio networks, one FM network, and two television networks and is completely…

Transcripts of the hearings held from March 28-30, 1973 are presented. Following opening statements by Senators Pastore and Baker, texts of the Senate bills S.1090 and S.1228 are published. The former sought to amend the Communications Act of 1934, to extend certain authorizations for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) and for certain…

This guide to a series of 32 weekly radio programs designed for level 2, college Spanish classes outlines the contents of each broadcast. The programs, originating from The Ohio State University, are planned to help students improve their listening comprehension skills while developing improved student attitudes toward the study of the target…

Mass media can be used to help meet needs for adult education. Many projects have proved the effectiveness of radio listening and television viewing groups. New technology such as low-cost radio and TV, communication satellites, and videotape recording equipment will lead to new techniques. But the technology itself is only a beginning. The…

The Centre for Educational Development Overseas (CEDO) was created in Britain in 1970 to assist developing nations with modernization and innovation in education. CEDO has aided both formal and informal education projects in several nations including Brazil, India, Ethiopia, Malaysia, and Tonga. Aid is usually offered in response to requests from…

Presented is an overview of the full range of educational and cultural broadcasts offered by Nippon Hoso Kyokai (NHK). NHK, or the Japan Broadcasting Company, is the only public service broadcasting organization in Japan. It produces instructional programs from the kindergarten level to high school via its television and radio network. These…

In using the BBC French broadcasts, stereo tape-recorders, individual tapes in the language laboratory, individual cassette recordings for take-home use, and worksheets with vocabulary and comprehension questions are all valuable instructional aids. (CHK)

The economics of Japan's University of the Air, which uses primarily television and radio for instruction, are outlined and compared with those of traditional universities with similar program structures and of nontraditional postsecondary education programs. (MSE)

Describes Thailand's recently completed National Education Radio Network (NERN) and examines its potential to significantly diminish inequalities of educational opportunity domestically and bring Thailand to the forefront of the field in the developing world. Discussions of its programming, user populations, and administrative problems are…

Adoption of Sinhala and Tamil as the media of instruction in the schools, radio, and the participation of non-governmental agencies in adult education campaigns have all played a part in developing a new rural elite and given rise to a need for vocational training and continuing education in urban areas. (AG)