Provides an analysis of some of the critical issues concerning children and television. Examines the role of broadcasters and advertisers, with particular reference to the types of programs selected for transmission and the nature of the commercials shown. Finally, viewers are challenged to take an active role in improving children’s television. Suitable for upper secondary, tertiary and teacher levesl.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
012653
Language
English
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Television - Psychological aspects
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Television advertising
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Television and children
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Television broadcasting - Social aspects
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Television viewers
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Television broadcasting - Social aspects
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)