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)

Discusses the value of professional development for media specialists, conditions which bring about a positive attitude toward professional development, and the role of college and university preparation programs. Obstacles to professional development are also discussed, and six recommendations for library media educators in the move toward…

The findings of a survey designed to determine whether states other than Missouri also certify their Learning Resources Directors. (ER)

The uses and techniques of producing newsletters for media specialists' clients are presented.

Traces the chronological development of the national professional association for school media personnel: 1914-1951. (Author)

How students learn to solve the problems of developing instructional television materials through practical experience. (JY)