Media and young children's learning

Author(s): Kirkorian, Heather L.; Wartella, Ellen; Anderson, Daniel R.
Date Issued: Spring 2008
Description: A review of selected research on the associations between children's early media use, particularly television viewing, and cognitive development and subsequent academic achievement, with suggestions for maximizing positive media influences and minimizing negative ones
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Journal Title: The Future of Children
Volume Number: 18
Issue Number: 1
Page Range: 39-61
Topics: Children & Child Development > Child Development & School Readiness > Cognitive Development

Parent, School, & Community School Readiness/Child School Success & Performance > School Performance & Success
ISSN: 1054-8289 Paper
1550-1558 Online
Peer Reviewed: yes
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