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What does it mean?
Television is seen as powerful but often misused.
In plain terms
TV is powerful but not used well.
What can you take from it?
Media power requires responsible use.

Where it applies

  • media criticism
  • communication theory
  • broadcasting

Putting it to work

  • critiquing media content
  • advocating responsible broadcasting

Questions to consider

  • How can television be used better?
  • What makes media powerful?

Another view

Not all television content is negative.

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