Describes a lecture teaching technique called lap-dissolve projection in which two slide projectors are operated alternately so that one visual image fades away while the next appears on the same screen area. (MLH)

Discusses the use of lap-dissolve projection to give students pre-laboratory instruction on an upcoming experiment. In this technique, two slide projectors are operated alternately so that one visual image fades away while the next appears on the same screen area. (MLH)

Describes liquid crystal display (LCD) projectors and discusses their use in educational settings. Highlights include rear screen projection; LCD projectors currently available and the number of pixel elements in each; and examples of instructional applications, including portable setups, and use with videocassette recorders (VCRs), computers, and…

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…

Using a workbook format, this guide explains the use of seven types of audiovisual equipment: overhead projector, Bell and Howell 16mm motion picture projector, Dukane filmstrip projector, record player, Kodak slide projector, Wollensak 2552 tape recorder, and JVC videocassette color video system. An introductory section includes (1) a media…

Suggests the use of an electric toothbrush in demonstrating many wave motion phenomena. (LS)

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 state of the art review gives an overview of the history of the development of Super 8 film, and describes a range of hardware associated with it, covering such areas as camera, sound synchronization, double system recording, lighting, film processing, sound transfer, editing, sound mixing, display, and methods of distribution. It examines…

The Office of Demographic Studies report contains descriptive information regarding the availability of media equipment in special education programs serving hearing impaired students in the United States. The data are presented in tabular format for four categories of special education programs: residential schools, day schools, full-time special…

RESULTS OF A 1966 CONFERENCE ON TEACHING AIDS FOR COLLEGE CHEMISTRY ARE SUMMARIZED IN THIS REPORT. MAJOR SECTIONS OF THE REPORT ARE (1) PORTABLE TELEVISION TAPE RECORDING SYSTEMS, (2) FILMS AND FILM LOOPS, AND (3) COMPUTER-ASSISTED INSTRUCTION. A SUMMARY OF PRESENT AND POTENTIAL INSTRUCTIONAL APPLICATIONS FOR EACH MAJOR TYPE OF MEDIA IS PRESENTED.…

IN THE FALL SEMESTER OF 1963 PROGRAMED INSTRUCTION WAS INTRODUCED TO TEACH STUDENT TEACHERS THE OPERATION AND APPLICATION OF AN OVERHEAD PROJECTOR, A TAPE RECORDER, AND FILMSTRIP-SLIDE PROJECTORS. IT WAS DECIDED THAT EACH PIECE OF EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE PROGRAMED INDEPENDENTLY, THAT A LIGHT, INFORMAL APPROACH BE USED, AND THAT, WHILE LEARNING, THE…

To assist those who wish to produce their own video materials, a simple guide explains equipment and production methods. A section on professional basics describes the camera, video recording, editing, the use of tape, lenses, lighting, sound, cables, and production values. A technical section discusses software, special effects, the use of color,…

A complete statement on "the open stage" which will prove of value to architects, consulting engineers and school administrators in the construction of college, community and school auditorium theaters. Directors and teachers of drama should find this booklet a practical source of advanced technical knowledge in their field. The…