To identify the listening habits and preferences of the audience of a radio-braodcasting station, DXCD, in a rural area of the Philippines, a questionnaire-based survey was conducted. A total sample of 960 respondents was interviewed. The methodology of the survey is presented, and the demographics of the area described. Results are tabulated in…

As educators and politicians have become aware of the need to provide more educational opportunities to rural areas, mass media has become more important. Focusing upon the developing nations of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, this article discusses the past and continuing use of mass media in rural education. Topics are: an overview of mass…

Examines the programing and audiences of two small rural commercial radio stations in the Jordan and Punata provinces. Shows how these stations have interacted with the local culture and how they offer significant potential for development. (PD)

This paper reviews various studies of media development patterns, all pointing to mass media growth's association with urbanization. The development and use of mass media differs greatly among urban, suburban, and rural areas. However, media development patterns are similar among countries, differing in the stage but not the pattern of media…

This newsletter describes development projects that utilize varied media, including microcomputers, videotape, and print materials, and discusses development communications issues. Specific articles are as follows: "Microcomputers for Education in the Developing World" (Kurt D. Moses); "Social Marketing: Two Views, Two…

Discusses problems associated with communication in rural areas to promote participation in development programs. Suggests that success of such programs depends on continued government policy in favor of citizen participation in agricultural and rural development. (SK)

These profiles contain brief case studies showing how communication media are successfully used to support development projects in a variety of fields and international settings. Projects listed emphasize agriculture, health, nutrition, population, education (primary and middle grades, adult, and distance), and integrated development. Project…

Cao Thanh Tung reports on a one month Seminar/Workshop on Planning for the Use of Educational Broadcast Media for National Development, which was sponsored by UNESCO and held in South Viet Nam in June 1974. The seminar placed emphasis on the importance of integrating educational media technology into programs for educational change, rather than…

This bibliography is part of a series of bibliographies treating various topical areas in nonformal education on an international scale. Though not a comprehensive bibliography, the broad topical organization of current programs and proposals in nonformal education throughout the world provides the user with a foundation for further research.…

Materials concerning the use of radio and mass communications for non-formal education and development are listed in a selected annotated bibliography, intended for those actively involved in non-formal education and development. Three sections contain annotated entries (which range from 1972-1983), each of which includes source information and…

Education has long been a development priority in Africa. The failure and limitations of formal education have led to the emergence of nonformal alternatives of various types. They include extension education, training programs, multipurpose educational programs (for middle-level professionals), cooperative self-help programs (community…