Discusses the methods used to develop a secondary level geography unit using James Michener's "Caravans." A list of pertinent suppplementary films is included. (RM)

Describes in capsule form some of the research findings and production principles that have contributed to the success of the educational television program, "Sesame Street." Program appeal, diversity, discrimination of the essential, and the use of special sound effects are among the topics addressed. (JL)

The second in a series that discusses effective approaches to presenting information, this article examines six guidelines useful for translating a script into a memorable film or tape. Six references are cited. (Author/MER)

In November 1979 the author, a teacher of political communication courses, participated in the production of a series of political television commercials for a congressional candidate in the Southwest. This report describes his observations. (PD)

Students (N=271) were subjects in an experiment on the effects of exposure to films that portray sexual violence as having positive consequences. Results indicated that exposure to the films portraying violent sexuality increased male subjects' acceptance of interpersonal violence against women. Females exhibited tendencies in the opposite…

Suggests ways in which documentary films can help students in political science courses on the college level understand the current economic difficulties in the United States. (Author/DB)

This article suggests a number of instructional films which, while not specifically designed for values education, present narratives of interesting characters in conflict that may open up ethical issues for serious discussion in the classroom. Publication information on the films is appended. (Author/SJL)

Stress arises from the discrepancy between the teacher's needs, values, and expectations and the actual occupational rewards, job demands, and the capacity of the worker to meet these requirements. An inservice teacher workshop program for stress identification and management is outlined. (JMF)

Presents a study of film attendance at the University of North Carolina which was developed to help university film programers make rational decisions regarding film offerings and to predict attendance at popular films. (JMF)

Films, television programs, and even television commercials tend to distort, romanticize, and stereotype the values, concerns, and life-styles of ethnic minorities. (Author/EB)

Briefly reviews research in production and audience variables in educational film and television and lists 45 accounts of such research. Citations are annotated and arranged in the following categories: production techniques, audience and environment variables, and future directions of research. (Author/JEG)

Discusses the development of audiovisual instruction in Belgium and the need for standardizing within this context. (RAO)

Describes a series of films and radio programs produced by the BBC and the British Council which show practicing teachers at work in three African and three Asian nations. (BD)

Describes the life cycle of a film unit, considering in detail some of the processes and problems that are common to the management of any temporary system. (Author)