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)

This article examines the cultural history of slide projection technologies by focusing upon how such technologies acquire cultural meaning. The meanings acquired by these technologies emerge in areas as diverse as public and domestic entertainment, religion, science, and education. I identify three important discursive shifts impacting the…

In order to expand the exercise capabilities of the language laboratory, the instructional place of the daylight projector is discussed, with regard to theories of language and of learning, and with attention to defined learning groups, learning goals and the technical possibilities of a combination of media. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

Describes the kinds of audiovisual equipment presently available which should be considered as initial investment for a new media center. (LS)

This handbook is designed for anyone interested in producing super 8 films at any level of complexity and cost. Separate chapters present detailed discussions of the following topics: super 8 production systems and super 8 shooting and editing systems; budgeting; cinematography and sound recording; preparing to edit; editing; mixing sound tracks;…

The 35mm transparency projector and the overhead projector are described as being useful as teaching aids. Experiments are suggested. (Author/EB)

A 3-DAY CONFERENCE BROUGHT TOGETHER A GROUP OF SCIENTISTS, ENGINEERS, MANUFACTURERS, AND EDUCATORS TO DISCUSS THE STATUS OF AUDIOVISUAL EQUIPMENT AND THE KINDS OF NEW APPARATUS WHICH COULD BE DEVELOPED TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF EDUCATION. THE CONFEREES DISCUSSED SPECIFIC RESISTANCES TO INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY AND THE VARIOUS EDUCATIONAL AND…

The design, development, test, and evaluation of an electronic hardware device interfacing a commercially available slide projector with a plasma panel computer terminal is reported. The interface device allows an instructional computer program to select slides for viewing based upon the lesson student situation parameters of the instructional…

Variables and parameters affecting architectural planning and audiovisual systems selection for lecture halls and other learning spaces are surveyed. Interrelationships of factors are discussed, including--(1) design requirements for modern educational techniques as differentiated from cinema, theater or auditorium design, (2) general hall…

The Kodak Photo CD (compact disk) system provides a fun, new, very accessible way to integrate images into geography classroom presentations. Graphicacy deals with spatial information that can only be expressed by a graph, map, or photograph. The importance for geography students to develop visual observation and graphic interpretive skills is…

A study done for the National Medical Audio Visual Center on projection systems, covering all aspects which must be properly planned for the most effective results in communications systems. (Author)