This paper reviews the research that examines the content of television, especially in its portrayal of women. Studies reporting on the viewing habits of the general population and particularly children are summarized. Also recounted is research that explores the relationship between sex role development in children and the presentation of sex…

Summarizes research findings on the structures, codes, and conventions of television as a communicative symbol, and on the effects of television on cognitive and social development. Suggests that television viewing can induce active cognitive processing, and that television can be a potent tool for teaching and communicating with young children.…

The relationship of older Americans to the new media culture of society is the focus of this Technical Committee Report. The work of two committee-appointed subcommittees on stereotypes and new media technology are explained with a special emphasis on the influence of television. Age stereotyping is examined in prime time television, daytime…

This 2-part report summarizes Dutch policy on mass media and reviews the status of cable television in the Netherlands. The first part defines the underlying principles of a national policy on mass media in relation to the press, commercial and educational television broadcasting, radio, cable television, and media research. Parliamentary debate…

Examines effects of the structure and content of television on children's cognitive, motor, and affective development, and discusses relationships between family life style and television viewing. Suggests that current television programs can have harmful effects on children, and presents proposals for interventions to expose children to more…

A survey is presented of foreign language (FL) newspapers, magazines, and radio and television stations that broadcast exclusively in foreign languages or that offer foreign language programming. The content of foreign language newspapers and magazines resembles that of English language publications. The majority of the 386 foreign language…

This document presents materials covering the television campaign against drunk driving called "TEAM" (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management). It is noted that TEAM's purpose is to promote effective alcohol management in public facilities and other establishments that serve alcoholic beverages. TEAM sponsors are listed, including…

Discusses advantages of monitors (television sets without circuitry to receive pictures off the air; in consumer electronics, term refers to units with or without speakers and/or with or without tuners), noting resolution (details of picture measured in lines), audio possibilities, and industrial/educational monitors. Examples of currently…

Discusses video teleconferencing as a training medium. Provides examples of major companies using this medium for training and discusses their experiences. Defines technical terms and briefly mentions production cost factors. (CH)

Chronicles the development of the educational film in Germany from 1919 through the 1970s, moving from silent to sound films and introducing the influence of television on the medium. The single concept film, the influence of curriculum development and research, and the role of video are also discussed. (RAO)

Chinese television started in 1958 but variety in programming and production of sets priced within reach of individuals were slowed by the Cultural Revolution. Since the economic and political reform movement began in 1979, Chinese television has been maturing as an important cultural and political force. The People's Republic of China is a Third…

This response to the British Government's White Paper on Broadcasting examines the role of broadcasting in promoting interracial understanding. The following topics are briefly discussed: (1) the need for the media to recognize the diversity of tastes and interests in a multicultural society; (2) the need for flexibility, editorial independence,…

"Narrowcasting" is information and entertainment aimed at specific population segments, including previously ignored minorities. Cable, satellite, videodisc, low-power television, and video cassette recorders may all help keep minorities from being "information poor." These elements, however, are expensive, and study is needed to understand how…

Explores the development of audiovisual instruction in the United States as an outgrowth of the industrial revolution and the development of more sophisticated communications technology in the mid twentieth century. (RAO)

Television's confrontational reporting practices make media training necessary for administrators and public officials. Participants can learn to control anxiety and appear more credible in interviews. Personnel and public relations coordinators can develop inhouse media experiences or choose among external vendors of media training. (Author/SK)