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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

  • discussing media
  • educational policy
  • parenting

Putting it to work

  • limit screen time
  • evaluate media quality

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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