Network analysis—: BBC Available to Purchase

Perhaps the most surprising thing about educational programmes on the BBC is the sheer number and variety of them. In a typical week ‘in term’ some 40 hours of air time is devoted to what might be called formal educational broadcasting for schools and adults, on radio and television. Ever since the early days of radio the BBC has recognised its obligation to make a systematic contribution to education, and over the years a framework of consultation and advice has built up. The School Broadcasting Council and the Further Education Advisory Council are there to provide continuing links with the world of education: they are the source from which our educational broadcasting springs.