Is a television so bad for kids education or not?
540918
not really... programs like Sesame Street and Mr. Rogers have been very successful in teaching children all kinds of things... teachers often use television programs in the classrooms today to educate their children...
605808
Looks to me like there are too many kids on this.  Get off and do your homework.  You'll never learn anything by asking other people to do your work.  This site should only be used when you are finished with your homework....instead of TV
146655
That depends on what you watch. There are a large number of educational programs for all ages (especially on the PBS channel). There is also a lot of no-brain nonsense, stuff like Survivor and reality shows and most sitcoms, that have no redeaming value at all.
173734
No, I don't think it is detrimental at all.  It teaches them that different behavior is expected in different places and at different times for different reasons.  It contributes to safety when there are a lot of children together.  It helps them learn that there are routines and structure in their world.  It allows for instructions to be given and heard more easily.  It is less likely that any child will become confused or lost - they are sort of playing "follow the leader".
752628
of course..dese days children learn a lot frm television. Thier GK improves a lot and also they become more witty
582022
pros:  Your kids are free to learn based on their own pace, and delve deeper into thier own interests.  \n\nCons:  Your kids learn from you, so if you have bad habits they will have them too.  Evaluate your self before you start...\n\nand create a good group of friends with kids aged 2-3 years younger and older than your kids.
799103
There are good effects and bad side effects of watching television. The good effects are primarily related to communication & eduation to viewers. BUT there are also bad effects. Not all programs or any show seen on TV are good. Selection of the right ones to wtach is advisable. For health risks, TV emits radiation.Too much radiation that the body absorbs is as we all know BAD and may end up to a more serious diseases. Not to mention the eye problems also people get. I don't know what kind of quote you are asking. BUT i hope this helps. God bless
637327
Yes!  The reason kids are acting this way is because no one is taking responsibility for them.  Parents would rather point fingers at school systems, the media, and society, instead of taking responsibility for what their kids learn.  If more parents did this, we'd be in a much better place!
728852
This is an interesting article, though i would agree it really didn't get into the issue as much as it could have.Life has changed for our young people, but ultimately, parents allow the t.v shows that children watch, if you don't like a show turn it off. My children are not allowed to watch t.v after 8.30 pm when all the shows that are unsuitable for their age start.Parents allow the clothes that are in a pre teens wardrobe, don't buy something if you think it is age unsuitable. parents also allow the music they listen to, offer other choices, if you do not like the choices they want to make.Parents have to be responsible for what is going on in a pre teens life, if you don't like the influences of their school , change schools, encourage them to go to activities they are good at, and make friends with similar interests away from their school friends. To influence your children's life is a full time and often repetitive job, but well worth all the effort in the end, when they become responsible, like able, mature adults. I home school, but whether you home school or not, you have the choice to influence your children positively.
1091588
I think this girl might be a bit too young to watch episodes related to betrayal, lust, etc. Watching something more suited for child audiences is a better idea.\n\nIn general, I do not endorse the idea of letting the children watch too much TV, there are alternatives, like reading books or playing with family members.
111241
TV is a bunch of plastic, metal, and glass - it does not effect children.\n\nThe PROGRAMMING that PARENTS ALLOW their children to watch can and does affect kids.  Some programs can educate and inform and have a good effect.  Others (the majority of what's on) can be harmful because it is not intended for kids, and so is inappropriate; or, some is targeted at kids, but is simply a mindless, time-wasting, marketing ploy (e.g. pokemon, yu-gi-oh, etc.).\n\nPARENTS have to invest the time and energy to supervise and limit what their kids are watching, and to watch with them and discuss it - so they understand that it is make-believe and so they get what you want them to get out of it.
259170
I think the TV has made a lot of children paranoid and with good reason.  Recently, one girl was buried alive and one girl was abducted on video and later murdered.  These 2 stories were repeated many, many times.  \n\nYears ago, they didn't put these crimes on TV as much.  Maybe on the afternoon or evening news.  But now they cover the stories all day long on some TV channels for several days.  \n\nThere are some real wacko's out there for sure.  I'm and adult and even I'm a little paranoid.....)(
706636
I find it interesting that this comes as a question... when in my opinion.. it is so factual that violence portrayed on TV, movies and video games affects people's mind, specially children.   How we in this 'modern' times accept as natural viewing and being bombarded with violence and other stuff from TV.  I have personally stopped watching TV and you know.. I have gained so much in my life.. Instead of waisting my life plugged into the 'garbage tube' I have found renewed interest in music, arts, enjoying friends, exercise and the list goes on.  I have children, they don't live with me since I have been divorced, but when they come visit... the thing they know they are not doing is watching TV...  Sometimes we rent movies, but for me is easy to filter as much as possible what they are watching.  And yes there is violence and sex out there in the real world... but there is no need for us human beings to  get soaked in it 24/7 as we become couch potatoes and let life slip away... as zombies.  My kids and I  have a great relationship and they are always happy to come to my place... because always is an adventure... never knowing what is going on.. what we would do... or go see, experience, meet... in resume live... not by watching it on the screen.. but by experiencing first hand!  Good luck with your paper and hopefully you find some good references.
828539
I did a great informative speech in college on Children and Violence in Television, and how the violence on TV influences their actions. I found a ton of information supporting this theme on the internet and in the library. It was easy to research.\n\nOther ideas involving children:\nChildren and the gender roles portrayed in cartoons\nHow Children Play\nHow Children Learn
768057
don't think it's the cartoons.  probably more the crappy educational system.
171663
yes.  I think parents need to start taking responsibility and monitor what their children are doing instead of expecting everyone else to do their job as a parent.  Also if you don't like a program or think it is unappropriate DON'T watch it!  It is common sense.  There are lots of things I don't like to watch so I don't.  It doesn't solve anything by complaining about it.
379512
It definately is!!! It's rediculous how bad things have gotten...even since I've been in school! I graduated high school only 4 years ago, but it just shocks me when I skim over channels like MTV...even shows on Nickelodeon...it's just so sad! No wonder we have kids having kids...and teens doing drugs and starving themselves or throwing up just to look like the popular people. Just sad...