Compiled at the Jim Dan Hill Library of the Univeristy of Wisconsin-Superior, this unannotated bibliography of information and review sources includes sections on: general guides to books and nonbook materials; review indexes; comprehensive bibliographies; films and tapes; maps, prints, charts, and microforms; slides; filmstrips, and…

Evaluated by the National Center on Educational Media and Materials for the Handicapped were 62 child-use instructional products. Products were solicited from regional special education instructional materials centers, media centers for the deaf, early childhood education projects, and other federally funded projects. An evaluation instrument was…

This document is specifically an aid for teachers of handicapped children, providing information concerning the purchase of instructional materials. Many materials specifically designed for handicapped children are equally appropriate for young children without handicaps because a sensory modality is incorporated in the design. For a material to…

A theoretical framework for media and methods selection cannot yet be definitively set forth. However, establishing performance objectives, and then interpreting them into training objectives will help to focus attention on critical factors in the learning process. (Author/MC)

The article states that television has become a potent influence on learning because it suggests, through commercials and programs, that problems can be resolved instantly, and thus shapes viewers' perceptions of reality. (CD)

Free secondary language arts materials and programs available from non-commercial TV networks are described. (JH)

Educators involved in the use of media must consider seriously the problem of sex stereotyping and the need to become more sensitive about it. (Author)

Stresses the vital importance of budgeting staff time for planning and previewing, to achieve the best possible shot at achieving media service goals, as well as budgeting dollars. (Author)

Research concerned with the teacher's ability to retrieve and use materials available through the school library media center has been done using tests of traditional library skills and audiovisual skills. A new instrument which measures all facets of library media competence in terms of all media formats is presented. (Author)

Selection of non-print media is often less well-considered than that of books, resulting in the purchase of inappropriate materials and the wasting of money. Ways in which librarians can expand available funds by careful selection are suggested, and a list of sources for media selection is included. (Author/MBR)

A process is described by which teachers can ascertain how many and what kinds of media are available to their students at home and the extent to which they are using them. Guidelines and survey instrument are included. (Author/STS)

Characteristics to be considered in selecting instructional materials for cultural aspects of foreign language education are discussed, including expository vs. non-expository, interpretive vs. non-interpretive, allusive vs. explicit, and complex vs. simplistic. (MSE)

The choice of an appropriate foreign language dictionary should be based on careful evaluation of its construction, intended uses, and intended audience. (MSE)

The problems associated with forms used to evaluate instructional software are described, and a new form is presented. Rating forms for reviewers should address: (1) global characteristics of the courseware; (2) specific characteristics; and (3) specific properties related to instructional design. The two-page Software Evaluation Form is included.…

Lists associations and other resources that provide materials and services for the visually impaired. (HOD)