Helping Children Deal with Television

Duration: 28

Year Published: 1981

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Examines the effects of television on children's behavior and learning. Interviews John Culkin, director of the Center for Understanding Media, and author Neil Postman, who explain their differing philosophies of the relationship between schools and television. Advocates critical viewing, which can reinforce skills already being taught in content areas. Concludes with a description of De Paul's TV Reduction Program, which identifies heavy television users and, combining efforts of teachers and parents, helps children develop interests outside television.

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