This article serves as an introduction to the Classroom Teaching'' section of the journal and, as such, gives an overview of the articles included in the section. (3 references) (NH)

The emphasis of this article aimed at helping the librarian in the classroom is on preparation. To be prepared to teach, the librarian must blend the information gained from a faculty interview with insights gleaned from daily contact with students. (Author/NH)

The observations about the nature of learning and the role of the teacher in furthering or hindering students' efforts to accomplish it which are expressed in this article may cause both novice and old hand to re-examine their understandings of the teaching-learning process. (11 references) (Author/NH)

Chronicles rise of American trade publishing industry from end of Civil War to present. Topics covered include prominent publishers, publishing philosophy, careers in publishing, pre-World War I developments, librarianship and library education, new publishers, assertion of rights by authors, development of American economy, and impact of…

The introduction to this special, double issue contains the program schedule and introductory remarks of the Director of the Institute on Cable Television for Librarians held September 17-20, 1972 in Philadelphia. (Other conference materials are LI 503071 through 502084.) (SJ)

The author discusses various problems related to the increased use of cable and introduces the complexity of the issues involved. (Other conference materials are LI 503071-503073 and 503075 through 503084.) (SJ)

A short lecture is presented on how librarians can incorporate their programing into that of existing and future cable television stations. The lecture was followed by a question/answer period. (Other conference materials are LI 503071-503076 and 503078 through 503084.) (SM)

Current controls, and how they came about, are discussed briefly. Needed regulations are also mentioned. (Other conference materials are LI 503071-503078 and LI 503080 through LI 503084.) (SM)

To design and effectively employ media materials, a librarian must first understand the individual needs of his students. When the librarian has analyzed what the learner knows, and how he learns, he can then proceed with the development of a learning strategy. (Author/NH)

A mini workshop on the use of video tape equipment followed these brief remarks on the characteristics of the equipment and features to consider before purchase. (Other conference materials are LI 503071-503072 and 503074 through 501084.) (SJ)

The development of cable television, its present state, and future prospects, including a possible role for libraries, are discussed. (Other conference materials are LI 503071 and 503073 through 503084.) (SJ)

This paper proposes a broadening of the scope of current cable television content planning to include a wide new range of services which would have high potential social impact: interactive television services. (Other conference materials are LI 503071-503080 and LI 503082 through LI 503084.) (3 references) (Author)

Although the method discussed is intended primarily for group or classroom use, it may be used for self-instruction. (4 references) (Author/NH)

Panel members, who were from different states, discussed existing and future uses of cable television in their libraries. (Other conference materials are LI 503071-503077 and LI 503079 through LI 503084.) (SM)

A scenario was presented depicting interaction among a city councilman, a cable operator, a community organizer, a library director, and a superintendent of media development, all of whom have different concerns and views about cable television. (Other conference materials are LI 503071-503079 and LI 503081 through LI 503084.) (SM)