Respond to sexism, racism and unnecessary violence, but point out positive portrayals as well. Don't forget to challenge commercials and the way they try to sell us not only products, but attitudes and styles. Let TV expand and enlarge your world. Keep an atlas or globe next to your television and find places mentioned in the news. Be positive about TV's contribution to our world.
Television is the dominant force in our media culture and an important part of children's lives.
It should be evaluated fairly, not denigrated. The Center for Media Literacy is creating a broader view of literacy by helping people understand, analyze, and evaluate the media. The Center believes media literacy education is the sensible alternative to censorship.