Attention is being directed to telecommunications and computer technologies as a possible way of delivering education to small rural schools in a cost-effective way. Characteristics of new technology and environmental changes having particular relevance for rural schools include the abilities to transcend space, network, redefine learning as dynamic and interactive, and stimulate innovations and creativity. While adoption (purchase) of educational technologies is occurring quickly, the rate of creative application (use) depends upon whether the technology: can be tried first on a small scale; has compatability with existing behaviors and practices; is simple; has low cost and high effectiveness; and has a support system. Because of their small size and flexible, adaptive natures, rural schools--especially in Alaska and Australia--are becoming innovators in applications of technolgy and in networking. The Oklahoma State University Arts and Science Public Schools Teleconferencing Network and the Utah Department of Education Accelerated Learning of Spanish by Satellite programs involve state-of-the-art technology and share similar methodology, purpose, and delivery systems. Their use of multiple technologies, collaboration, and coordination represent important steps in addressing rural education's need to take cost-effective advantage of quality educational resources that fill a specific curriculum need, but are located elsewhere. (NEC)