To appeal to a student's interest, to challenge him at his own level, and to approach him with a method that is consistent with his own style of learning, it is necessary for education to be a highly individualized experience. The increased use of individualized instruction and independent study have placed the librarian in a new role, assisting…

This compilation is an outgrowth of the DIRECTORY OF THE PUBLIC AQUARIA OF THE WORLD, 1974-1975 edition. Its purpose is to provide a means of bringing the aquariums of the world closer together and to stimulate an exchange of ideas and assistance. The individual listed represent only directors, and managers and their assistants. Contents are…

This issue of "Educational Comment" is concerned with curriculum courses in pre- or in-service programs for teachers, considered from the perspective of the instructor of these courses, and with general problems of curriculum research and personnel. It contains seven papers originally presented at the Association for Supervision and Curriculum…

A thoroughly planned program for instructional technologists--one including selection, education, and on-the-job training--must take into consideration the competencies and characteristics desirable in such technologists. Such requirements fall into three categories: attitudes or values, specialized knowledge, and intellectual skills or…

Designed to help the film student with the complexities of 16mm film cutting, this handbook catalogs the mechanical procedures of both picture and sound cutting and supplies step-by-step explanations of these procedures. Because the handbook was organized so that it could be used while working at the cutting bench, common cutting problems and…

Society in general, and the field of educational technology as a particular example, has amply rewarded specialization, and generally ignored and denigrated generalists. While the complexities of modern society and the knowledge explosion do require many specialists, there are disadvantages to both the society and the individual in relying too…

This handbook describes the rules and responsibilities of the officers of the New Jersey School Media Association, including: president; president elect; vice-president; recording secretary; corresponding secretary; treasurer; member-at-large; and committee members. Also included is a statement of procedures for reimbursement and a copy of the…

A limited overview of some media related factors, this document should be helpful to the learning center manager who lacks extensive experience with media. It discusses important theoretical factors associated with media selection and summarizes research concerning the use of color and of motion in learning. Descriptive information concerning…

A technique of developing portfolios that can help employers evaluate prospective employees is outlined. (HB)

Suggestions are offered for the print-oriented librarian in establishing media as a teaching service to faculty and students. (Author)

A look at how audiovisual technicians can help directors by producing media software, performing simple maintenance techniques, and distributing media hardware. (HB)

An interview with Johnsie Lumpkin, a school librarian fervently committed to the use of media. (Author/PF)

This article discusses one conception of how information centers can relate to the educational process. The core concept is that of the media or information professional who would be the essential ingredient of a vastly enlarged and upgraded notion of knowledge service. (Author)