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…

Since limited funds restrict advertising by Public Broadcasting System (PBS) stations, and since PBS serves a variety of audiences, the selection of appropriate advertising media for PBS programs is difficult. It is further complicated by conflicting research reports on the public use of the daily papers. Availability to the target audience should…

It is not too ambitious to hope that well-rounded, user-oriented media collections will exist in every library. (Author/PF)

A discussion of the need for school systems to develop uniform methods of selection and evaluation of new materials available for classroom use, the majority of which have not yet been field tested for quality and effectiveness. (Author)

The selection of instructional materials should be preceded by selection of objectives and learner analysis, and followed by implementation, validation, and revision. This systems approach will help to reduce misuse of media. (Author/STS)

A review of relevant literature considers different views on ideological bias and what they offer economics teachers deciding what to teach and how to teach it. Particular emphasis is placed on: (1) determining the appropriate mix and sequencing of instruction on positive and normative ideas; (2) determining the amount of instructional time; and…

Provides a rationale for broad-based participation in film selection, and describes how the Co-op carries out its responsibilities for previewing, selecting and distributing 16 mm films. (JB)

The role of H.J. Smith in the organization of the University of Chicago's public realtion's office. (HS)

The author presents a series of flow/decision charts designed to help teachers in selecting the particular media most appropriate as support for different learning activities. (AK)

Encourages the use of transparencies along with student participation for teaching vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing skills to developmental studies students. (CAM)

The article points out ways in which special education teachers can use advertising techniques to select curriculum materials. Suggested criteria include the product's design and image, testimonials, promise and benefits, newness and novelty, headlines, brand names and companies, and pricing. A checklist of nine questions for material evaluation…

Outlines some procedures for the sensible selection of educational books, products, and other materials for the English classroom. (DD)

Guidelines for the selection of appropriate educational media are presented, including a discussion of the role of technology in enhancing learning, and a consideration of the characteristics of various forms of learning resources. (SK)