Television is something the Russians invented to destroy American education.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Erdos criticized television, claiming it was invented to harm education in America.
- In plain terms
- He blamed TV for hurting schools.
- What can you take from it?
- Be cautious about media effects on learning.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does media help or hurt learning?
- How should we regulate screens?
Another view
TV also has educational potential.
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