... This paper discusses various information technology methods being applied to science education and public information. Of interest to the O#ce of Public Outreach at STScI and our collaborators is to inves­ tigate the various techniques through which science data can be mediated to the non­specialist client/user. ... This paper addresses instructional technology used in astrophysics­ related public programs and will explore issues related to the clientele, resource design and budgetary issues. ...