Discusses how, despite recent Federal Communications Commission claims and some limited successes in state-sponsored programs aiding the needy, evidence suggests that one result of higher local phone charges has been to undermine the often-stated but ill-defined goal of universal telephone service. (JD)

Compares three models for satellite systems in terms of design and costs in relation to other communications systems to show the most efficient and economical forms. (JMF)

Briefly summarizes the results of a survey of students in four Indian villages to determine whether Satellite Instructional Television Experiment (SITE) science programs were successful in holding children's attention and in getting across the desired new information. (JMF)

Discusses the significance of rural realities and values in intended effective communication exercises as well as problems in conducting research at the village level. Highlights results of surveys of the impact of the Satellite Instructional Television Experiment (SITE) programs on two Indian villages. (JMF)

Examines the implications of the Satellite Instructional Television Experiment (SITE) program in India for development policy. Assesses the project's performance in terms of the feasibility and usefulness of large-scale rural broadcasting by satellite. Uses the experience to generalize about producing educational programing for heterogeneous rural…

Presents results of a study of the impact of the Satellite Instructional Television Experiment (SITE) program on children in India. Significant gains in language development and a greater interest in acquiring knowledge were found among children who viewed the SITE programs. (JMF)