SATRO interactive video project

Abstract

Discussion between representatives of Philips and the Chairman of the Science & Technology Regional Organisation (SATRO) Panel has resulted in the establishment of the SATRO interactive video project. The aim is to contribute to the many efforts being, made to evaluate the potentialof interactive video (IV) in the classroom. The objectives are to:increase teacher awarenessextend effective usedevelop Inset programmesdisseminate good practiceprovide a mechanism to exchange information nationallymake suggestions to Philips.Four SATROS are involved: Birmingham, Surrey, Sheffield/South Yorkshire and Northern Ireland. The trial programme, which is being supported by Philips, who are supplying hardware and discs, is being undertaken in both primary and secondary schools as well as colleges of further education. A brief description of the work being undertaken in each region will give an idea of the breadth of the project.