Digital projectors are becoming a common sight in U.S. schools. A projector can serve many roles, from letting teachers give tours of educational Web sites to having students present their projects to the entire class. With this trend come questions: Which projection technology is the most cost-effective? Which requires the least maintenance? How…

Describes a screen projector based on liquid crystal display (LCD) that duplicates the monitor of a microcomputer and may be used in group training sessions for demonstration purposes. Suggestions of what features to look for and a buyer's guide are provided. (CLB)

Reviews evaluation standards that are used to assess the quality of projected graphical displays, and discusses their use in evaluating graphs created with computer graphing programs. Design standards for projected graphs are explained, and examples of three types of graphs are shown. (four references) (LRW)

The rationale for and techniques of producing a slide/tape program are covered in this brief guide. Successful slide programs follow four phases: planning and research, scripting, production, and presentation. Helpful hints for proceeding through these steps are provided and an evaluative checklist for slide/tape presentations is attached. (RAO)

Technology is changing the classroom requiring new design features and considerations to make the classroom flexible and interactive with the teaching process. The design of a Master Classroom, a product of the Classroom Improvement Project at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is described. These classrooms are specially-equipped to…

Pointing out that quality large-screen television projection, although it may be satisfactory, is still inferior to that of 16mm film, this article describes the characteristics, costs, advantages, and disadvantages of different types of systems. Specific models of each type are mentioned. (CHC)

A checklist provides first aid tips on correcting common causes of audiovisual equipment failure. (Author/MLF)

Presents guidelines for purchasing and maintaining audiovisual equipment most often used in the classroom. Highlights include selecting a vendor; purchasing associations; preventive maintenance; optical equipment, including overhead projectors, slide projectors, movie projectors, and filmstrip projectors; and electromagnetic equipment, including…

This paper details the considerations involved in determining suitable video projection systems for displaying the Apple Macintosh's screen to large groups of people, both in classrooms with approximately 25 people, and in lecture halls with approximately 250. To project the Mac screen to groups in lecture halls, the Electrohome EDP-57 video…

This document presents the supporting materials packet used by three Indiana State University librarians during a presentation on the use of video projection for teaching students to use LUIS (Library User Information Service). The packet includes: (1) a list of the advantages and disadvantages of using video projection for instructional purposes;…

This document consists of supplemental information designed to accompany a presentation on the application of projection technology, including video projectors and liquid crystal display (LCD) devices, in the online catalog library instruction program at the Indiana State University libraries. Following an introductory letter, the packet includes:…

Basic considerations in the design of carrels and resource centers are covered in learner objectives, text, practice exercises, and answer sheets in this learning module. Topics addressed include factors influencing carrel design, workspace dimensions for writing carrels and electrically wired carrels, the proper distance from the chair seat to…

This paper furnishes a framework that allows the local audiovisual administrator to develop a management system necessary for the instructional support of teaching through modern media and educational technology. The structure of this framework rests on organizational patterns which are explained in four categories: complete decentralization,…

Discusses the use of audiovisual support materials in conjunction with regular classroom curriculum. Guidelines are provided for the use 16 mm film; videocassette displays, including liquid crystal display (LCD) and large screen rear projection; slides and filmstrips; still video; and overhead projection, including LCD Computer Projection Pads.…

Describes factors that motivate as well as factors that deter faculty in using multimedia workstations connected to peripherals and projection systems for classroom presentations. Based on a faculty survey, current use of multimedia at Wright State University is explained, including a universitywide project and a liberal arts project using…