Discusses the attitudes of educators toward educational television, the advances in videotaping technology, the problem of copyright protection of televised material, and the limitations caused by the lack of instructional television specialists. (IRT)

Tips are given to aid in the successful television production of dance activities from a college studio. (LH)

The instructional uses of television are assigned to three categories: as a medium for teaching other subjects, as the subject of a study, or as motivation for affective objectives. Implications of each category for the education of gifted children are considered. (CL)

This is a brief historical review of the key content and influence of the three predecessor publications to "Learning, Media and Technology," the "NECCTA Bulletin" (1968-1975), the "Journal of Educational Television" (1975-1995), and the "Journal of Educational Media" (1996-2004). Study of these publications…

The appropriate educational uses of television and/or teleconferencing present similar but separate problems for adult learners. Adult educators should consult experts on planning and using these technologies before rushing ahead with them (JOW)

Discusses the advantages of the SCHOOLDISC project, a videodisc program designed to provide stimulus materials that complement classroom instruction, and takes issue with Pauline Gough's article contrasting SCHOOLDISC and "ThinkAbout." Includes a response from Gough. (WD)

Discussed is how taking college courses at home via television and other formats can save students valuable commuting time and, even more important, gas money. (Author/TG)

A semiological analysis of films and television broadcasts permits better mastery of the way in which filmic matter can realize didactic intentions, improved understanding of the process of acquisition of knowledge, and a better means of relating the processes of communication and learning to interindividual and intercultural differences.…

Reviews instructional television (ITV) and notes its improving quality. Reports that ITV is increasing the number of programs directed toward upper grade students. Provides a list of major sources of ITV programing. (FL)

Provides an insight into the strengths and weaknesses of television as a means of informing the public. The scientist who worked on the television series called "The Astronomers" relates what is was like to be the cowriter and science editor of the project. (KR)

Argues that Channel One has brought about a serious escalation of commercialism in the classroom because of three common and incorrect assumptions--that ads are neither significant, effective, nor harmful. (PRA)

Tips for human resource professionals using televised instruction include rehearsing, observing others, being physically and emotionally prepared, trusting the director, dressing in appropriate colors, using variety and graphics, being oneself, and discussing logistics with trainees before beginning to teach. (JOW)

Describes the role of captioned programs in instructional television for the hearing impaired and notes prerequisite knowledge viewers must possess. Teacher objectives, preparatory or follow-up activities, supplementary materials, and evaluation methods are also presented. (BK)

Instructional television, like commercial television, will teach, providing it is believed in, is mediated by respected and believed-in commentators, and always retains the ring of reality. It is also necessary that programs be designed with the teacher in mind. (Author/IRT)

Provides a public television executive's diary account of this two-week trip with a delegation of American television chief executives to the People's Republic of China at the invitation of the country's Central Broadcasting Administration. (CMV)