Note: This video will NOT be available for viewing at a later date. The only opportunity you will have to view the video is during class on April 25.

This documentary concerns the role of television in promoting violent behavior. As you watch, consider the following questions:

Eron's Research:

Why did Eron initially study third graders?

What results were obtained in the study of third graders?

What group of children was most affected by viewing violent television?

Why was this research so important -- what was different about it?

What results were found in 1971 when the participants were 19 years old?

What results were found in 1981 when participants were 30 years old?
 
 

Williams' Research
 

Why did Williams study aggression in the population of "Notell"?

What were the major results of this study?
 
 
 
 

What are some other factors that could contribute to the findings?
 
 
 
 

What is the "mean world syndrome" and how is it related to television viewing?
 
 
 

Why are younger children more vulnerable to effects of television viewing?
 
 
 

According to Barry Sanders, what negative effects (other than exposure to violence) are attributed to television viewing?
 
 
 

Did viewing the program change your views about the impact of television on child development?