What was the goal of the Joint Committee on Educational Television (JCET)?

The goal of the Joint Committee on Educational Television (JCET) was to allocate channels specifically for educational purposes. Established in the 1960s, the JCET sought to facilitate the growth of educational television by advocating for designated channels that would focus on informative and educational programming. This initiative was crucial in ensuring that educational institutions and organizations had access to necessary broadcasting resources, enabling them to reach wider audiences with valuable educational content. By allocating channels, the JCET aimed to enhance the role of television as an educational medium, contributing to the advancement of public knowledge and learning.