Improving Children's Critical and Creative Thinking Using Media

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Improving Children's Critical and Creative Thinking Using Media

Through Traditional and Digital Media

Media studies Social and ethical issues Sociology News media and journalism Computer networking and communications Computer architecture and logic design

Author: Mania Alehpour

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Language: English

Published by: Routledge

Published on: 9th September 2024

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781040228180


Media and Children

This book addresses the most common questions raised by parents regarding the impact of media on children. It offers insights on suitable media choices for children, fostering healthy media usage, determining appropriate age for media consumption, and navigating related technologies. Additionally, practical suggestions are provided on integrating media literacy into everyday situations with children.

Theories and Practical Applications

This book explores theories surrounding the effects of media violence, the importance of teaching online ethics, children''s fear toward film characters, shielding children from distressing news, promoting advertisement literacy, exploring media''s role in sexual education, and cultivating critical thinking skills to discern media clichés. These topics are thoroughly explored and discussed within the book. By engaging with this book, parents will acquire a practical level of media literacy that empowers them to support their children''s growth in critical and creative thinking. It equips parents to navigate the challenges that arise when using both traditional and digital media effectively.

Intended Audience

Audiences of this book include parents, caregivers of children, educators, and anyone involved in working with children.

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