Presents an annotated filmography to help librarians to understand and empathize with the unique experience of young adults in today's world. The 20 titles are listed in four categories: Personal Development--Adolescent Psychology, Personal Development--Self Identity, Personal Development--Sexuality, and Youth and Society. (RAA)

Describes the program packages project of the Baltimore County Public Library that was developed to meet the informational and entertainment needs of organized groups of older adults. Topics of completed packages are listed, and the instructions, discussion questions, activity suggestions, and resources of its package on aging are included. (JD)

The large university library can be an intimidating place for entering students. Effective orientation through the use of "silent comedy" films can show students that the library has a human side and is easy to use. (Author/MK)

Discusses the applications of thin films in energy, optics and electronics. The use of thin-film technologies for heat mirrors, anti-reflection coatings, interference filters, solar cells, and metal contacts is included. (HM)

Describes a year-long, technically-oriented photography/film course developed by the authors for the Newton (Massachusetts) Public Schools. Lists some of the program's objectives, discusses problems of working with chemicals and providing darkroom space, and emphasizes the program's motivational effects. (SJL)

The activities covered in this article are designed to introduce students to photography in a short time span, on a limited budget. Thus, each activity has primary photo exercises and is intended to relate to the next by acting as a foundation experience. (Author)

Presents a rationale for studying the visual language of film. Reports on three studies that suggest some tentative answers concerning the manipulation of film and some promising approaches to the study of the medium. (RL)

Provides a listing of audiovisual resources based on existing science fiction and fantasy works. Includes summaries and an index to titles and authors. (FL)

An analysis of the film viewing habits of Belgian television viewers reveals that movies with advisories regarding sex and violence are watched more than the movies without them. However, movies with qualifications tend to be judged less interesting than movies without qualifications. (JMF)

Analyzes "Roots" as an examination of the institution of slavery seen through the eyes of the victim, an exploration of the connection between slavery and consciousness, among both masters and slaves, and a portrayal of a social institution and its effects. (JMF)

Five ideas to aid in teaching health are offered including the use of discarded household items as visual aids in health and safety; media use in health education; relating GPA to teaching competence; the use of feature films to promote health concepts and examine health problems; and identification of environmental health issues. (JMF)

Lists criteria for selecting instructional materials concerning young children, and describes nine media packages. (Author/SB)

Defines the concept of "doing film" as an extension of everyday knowledge best understood by employing a variety of concepts from a number of disciplines. Outlines the assumptions of this concept of film, and describes a critical exploratory approach to visual communication at the classroom level. (MH)

The defining of colors is a very subjective topic and results in many misunderstandings, especially in translation from one language to another. The number and significance of color adjectives vary from culture to culture. The goal of this article is to explain the origins of such variations and to discuss examples of common translation errors and…

This article proposes guided viewing of film as a strategy through which teachers and counselors may assist young gifted students in gaining helpful insights to deal with problems. It presents a theoretical foundation for this approach, a variety of strategies for implementation, and recommended films appropriate for gifted students. (Contains…