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Gray, Robert A. – Educational Technology, 1988
Examines the potential for using educational technology in distance education in developing countries as well as in established programs. The British Open University is discussed, and technology described includes television, cable, videodisc, satellites, teletext, videotext, computers, and radio. Future trends in the field are also discussed. (15…
Descriptors: Cable Television, Communications Satellites, Computer Assisted Instruction, Developed Nations
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Hosie, P. J. – British Journal of Educational Technology, 1987
Presents a detailed examination of six international educational satellite systems whose characteristics are relevant to primary and secondary education in Australia. Political, social, economic, and technological factors are included in the discussion of how satellite technology can be implemented in Australia. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Communications Satellites, Developed Nations, Developing Nations, Distance Education