In supporting media literacy, families and teachers are encouraged to:
a. ask children to look for specific details when they watch a movie or video and practice general observation skills.
b. expect children to spend at least one hour per day on the Internet with academically relevant content and tasks.
c. limit children's exposure to commercials and advertisements and avoid media bias.
d. allow children autonomy in discovering the perspective of mediated messages.
Question 2
Carlos is in the fourth grade and does not have a computer or Internet access at home. Based on studies, will this likely affect his academic achievement?
a. Yes, studies show that home Internet access and the use of simulations and enrichment programs are associated with the greatest improvements in academic achievement.
b. No, studies show that home Internet access is associated with social competence, not with academic achievement.
c. Yes, studies show that home Internet access is associated with math/science achievement and higher achievement in reading.
d. No, studies show that home Internet access is associated with high levels of distractibility and lower academic achievement.
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