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Becker, Ann DeVaney – Educational Technology, 1987
Reviews the origins of the lecture as the format of choice for instructional television in the 1950s, and evaluates the effectiveness of this format. The development of educational television, including the trend away from liberal arts curricula and the role played by the government and the Ford Foundation, are also discussed. (13 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Educational Television, Educational Trends, Financial Support, Government Role
