This paper furnishes a framework that allows the local audiovisual administrator to develop a management system necessary for the instructional support of teaching through modern media and educational technology. The structure of this framework rests on organizational patterns which are explained in four categories: complete decentralization, centralization of library materials and services only, centralization of separate library and audiovisual services, and centralization of school media center services. Information is provided on the selection of media software and costs for commercially produced audiovisual media, as well as 1978 cost estimates for such audiovisual hardware as projectors, recorders, video cameras, and monitors. Inventory control procedures, the purchase and maintenance of audiovisual equipment, and the identification of media services external to the school are also covered. (RAO)