This article presents criteria to help learning institutions determine instructional television installations appropriate to their objectives through an analysis of the necessary steps in producing televised instructional programming. (Author)

A discussion of several elements that have been identified as components of a quality instructional television program. (Author)

The University of Connecticut Cooperative Extension Service prepared a series of television programs on topics of interest to homemakers. The programs have been broadcast by commercial, closed circuit, and cable television systems, resulting in increased exposure to the Extension Service's programs. (JY)

Criticizes past research on redundancy in television learning for its inconsistent definitions and ambiguous examples. Four areas of concern are considered: the meaning and use of the term; the nature of signs (iconic or digital) used in audio and visual communication; the subjectivity of interpretation; and differences in meaning between separate…

This study investigates the effects of background music in a dramatic television presentation on university students' perception and retention of the presentation's cognitive content. (Author)

Delineates the role of the classroom teacher in utilizing instructional television. Discusses the importance of the teacher's attitude and the before, during, and after broadcast activities. (Author/LS)

Discusses the need for quality instructional images in a networked environment and presents strategies for maximizing the effectiveness of visuals for instruction in distance education. Topics include the instructional value of images; types of network technologies; bandwidth constraints in televised instruction, computer-based instruction, and…

CYBERCHASE, an interactive math-based adventure series for young viewers, is entering its fifth season on public broadcasting stations in the United States. This article explore season highlights and suggests benefits of using CYBERCHASE to supplement math lessons in school and at home.

A discussion of how micro teaching affords teacher education majors the opportunity to study and perform a series of basic teaching skills which all teachers use during instruction. (Author)

Innovation is an eight-part multimedia television series airing on public broadcasting stations throughout the United States. It focuses on technological breakthroughs and the personalities and circumstances that bring about dramatic changes in daily living. The series offers an array of fascinating material designed to engage students with…

Describes the validation of a taxonomy designed to classify teacher verbal strategies to foster interaction through the Hawaii Interactive Television System operated for distance education at the University of Hawaii. Highlights include Kappa Coefficients; Z-scores; and recommendations for future use. (Author/LRW)

Describes experiences and concerns of instructors using the Instructional Television Fixed Signal (ITFS) program, a low-cost television system in which classes originating on the University of South Florida Lakeland campus are simultaneously broadcast live to various ITFS sites. Presents guidelines for distance learning regarding planning,…

Describes "What's Up in Factories?", an experimental curriculum developed by WNET television that combines video and a variety of interactive activities, including field trips to manufacturing facilities. Discusses goals that include an appreciation of manufacturing, learning about current trends and innovations, and discovering and…

Describes Thirteen/WNET's wNetSchool and other Web sites of interest to adult learners and adult educators. Sites offer a variety of resources, including lesson plans, learning objectives, suggested activities, online video, links to other Web sites, continuing education programming, and adult literacy programs. (Author/LRW)

Describes public broadcasting station Thirteen/WNET's (New York) "wNetSchool", an online resource for K-12 and adult educators that offers teachers access to lesson plans, online courses, and Web sites to enrich classroom activities. Staff-development opportunities are also described. (Author/LRW)