This discussion of satellite technology focuses on its use for educational and rural development programs and includes cost estimates from several different projects in developed and developing countries. Educational television costs are described, including reception equipment and programing. Support services are also discussed. (LRW)

Examines issues relating to the use of satellite television for development in advancing nations. Obstacles which impede effective use are discussed, including technological disparities, economic factors, regulatory problems, and fear of domination and control. Prospects which offer promise are also reviewed, including cooperative exchanges,…

Articles collected in this issue of UNICEF News deal with different aspects of the theme of communication in development programs. Specifically, topics covered include (1) communication as a total process and the role of communication in overcoming obstacles to social change; (2) a village education and resource center, in Bangladesh, committed to…

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…