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social science subjects > sociology > sociology of education > school systems, structures, and processes > television and education
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television and education  

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  • Watching television has become a regular, everyday activity in the modern world. Television is primarily considered a medium of entertainment and relaxation; however, it plays a vital role as a public informer and mass educator because of its output, range, and reach. [Source: Sociology of Education: An A-to-Z Guide; Television and Education]

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