This Is the World Calling: The Global Voices and Visions of Internet Radio and Television

Internet radio and TV--tuning into information and feature programs broadcast via the Internet and receivable on a personal computer--piqued interest among educators, librarians, and instructional technologists in the 1990s. Then, connectivity and bandwidth issues affected widespread use. However, interest in Internet broadcasting and podcasting has seen a resurgence in the last few years. Internet radio and TV is more than just a new toy--there's real content online, applicable to the curriculum. Language instruction, music, politics, religion, history, culture, business, science, and more are just a few clicks away. This session will provide background on international Internet radio and TV broadcasting; sources for programs; curricular materials available online; and ideas for application to library and educational services