The question presented is whether a teletype service answering reference questions, verifying bibliographic citations, and referring certain questions to other agencies and institutions could be effectively provided for public and college library systems in Iowa by students in an advanced reference course in the School of Library Science. (8…

Describes some possible roles that cable television can play in adult education, some of its advantages as a communications medium, some legal aspects, and predictions for the future. (AN)

The operations of the telefacsimile network for the year 1968-1969 are discussed including the equipment used, problems involved, and costs. (Author/NH)

Reports on the Instructional Television Fixed Service (ITFS) and its use in the United States. Included are highlights of the study, discussion of the technology of modern ITFS systems, description of the National University of the Air, Inc., and some recommendations to the Federal Communications Commission. (JN)

Notes that because West and East Germans speak the same language, there is widespread listening and viewing of each country's radio and television programing. (FL)

Changes in technology and the changing telecommunications needs of students, faculty, and staff are presenting colleges and universities with two challenges: organizational and technical. An integrated campus communications utility is described. (MLW)

Interviewed managers of companies communicating between Hong Kong and California and found they employed seven basic methods: telex, letter, telephone, visit, courier, computer, and telegram. Revealed advantages and disadvantages of each method and recommended a number of safeguards against their misuse. (PD)

Reviews books and periodicals relating to library involvement with video and notes upcoming meetings focusing on this area. (LLS)

The revolution in telecommunications is discussed and minority group members are urged to become involved in aspects such as resale services, interconnect companies, radio paging services, multipoint distribution services, or information and programing supply services, particularly Spanish-language programing. Funding sources are listed and…

Three trends of great concern to continuing education are (1) the declining economy and resultant retrenchment in higher education, (2) advances in telecommunications and computer technology, and (3) the changing values and lifestyles of the adult population. (SK)

Analyzes the communications policy review process since the 1960s, encompassing task forces, Congress, and the Federal Communications Commission. Concludes that the process "has been doing little more than seeking a means of negotiating the conflicting needs of the major industrial interests already in control of most aspects of American…

Introduces the concept of home publishing on the television screen, and provides detailed descriptions of videotex and teletext, including their similarities, differences between them and future prospects for educational applications of these two new information services designed for use with adapted TVs. (CHC)

Examines the use of home computers and how they allow the worker to work at home rather than commuting. Discusses the growing trend of telecommuting, cost of operation, how it will affect company structure, and productivity. (CT)

Describes the Pacific Northwest Bibliographic Center's use of Electronic Mail Systems to transmit and receive interlibrary loan requests among the network's member libraries. Cost was determined to be minimal when compared to benefits of faster turn-around time, savings in staff time, and improved communications. (RAA)

Suggests that aging related differences in mass communication behaviors can be extended to users' initial preference for newer micro-media. A survey shows that older age segments have high preference for using cable to visit with friends and relatives, perform civic and state functions, and receive electronically originated print media. (MER)