Coming Soon to a Computer Near You: Astronomy Courses With Attitude -- and Actors

A little-known company here offers a kind of Cliffs Notes for the MTV generation -- and, possibly, a glimpse into higher education's future.

The company's product: videotaped study aids with up-tempo soundtracks, flashy graphics, and actors who look like they just danced out of a Gap commercial. Students can watch the review tapes on their VCR's. Soon the guides will also be available on DVD (digital videodisk) and over the

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