A re-examination of the role of educational technology in the Open University in Great Britain. (HB)

It is often said that if educational technology is to be of real service it must be an integral part of the learning and research system which is a university, not merely an afterthought. In the case of the British Open University a successful attempt bas been made to design the institution using educational technology as a basic approach. It is…

A general examination of the assumptions of educational technology as a body of knowledge. (HB)

An interview with Walter Perry, Vice-Chancellor of The Open University, in which he discusses his educational philosophy. (HB)

An examination of Britain's Open University in light of its success which proves some past educational assumptions false and poses challenges for future educational development. (HB)

Two open universities created in Canada in the 1970's--Athabasca and Teleuniversite--are examined from an administrative/management perspective. A study reveals that effective planning requires balanced attention to means and ends, new management structures are required, and committed leadership is needed. (Author/MLW)