All level of generation, from young to old, cannot escape from being captivated by television since it was first invented (Leigh 2001). As evidence by American Time Use Survey (2003), a survey on average hours per day spent in leisure and sports activities for the total population by selected characteristics showed that most people including men and women spent most of their time watching television, about 2 to 3 hours per day. There is a concern among psychologist and parents on extensive television viewing of unsuitable programme towards children as it may affects their thinking development and health (Sharif 1999). But, some claims that there are much more benefits that children can get from watching television. As for me, I firmly believe that television viewing brings more benefits to the viewer with the stand of this three cogent facts, it gives them access to the latest current events, a more efficient ways of learning and also helps to develop their critical thinking skills.
Firstly, if television is used expeditiously, it can be used as a tool to know what is happening currently in the world through the news program. This had been further justified by Sharif (1999), whereby she mentions that television programs helps young people to have the access to the worldwide issues and it may inspire them to do charity works such as collecting money for victims of famine in Africa. Rutherford (2002) also admits that the habit of watching television gives public the knowledge which incites them to become involved and exert pressure on administration, major firms and even national governments. Additionally, it is “..also good talking points to share with friends.” (Sharif 1999, p.34). Hence, it proves that knowing the latest current news brings advantages to the public in many ways.
Secondly, television can be used an additional dimension for learning process. People are more likely easier to accept new knowledge through audio-visual ways rather than simply read it on books (Leigh 2001). It also agreed by Rutherford, 2002, whereby he states that through television viewing, it enables the viewers to know better about the culture and beauty of the other parts of the world, learn facts on flora and fauna in much more interesting and fun ways, and also enjoy the learning of scientific equation which actually involved several complicated steps. Kindergartners are able to count, distinguish letters of the alphabet and even complete words before they enter school through watching television program (Leigh 2001). “These children also tend to have a larger vocabulary.” (Leigh 2001, pp.24-25). Ultimately, it is indisputable proof that watching television brings positive impact to people educationally.
Thirdly, television viewing can benefits the viewers in a way of developing their critical thinking skills. Such a skill is a crux in both social settings and even at school. For instance, family members can discuss whether the method shown in a television programme to solve a conflict is applicable in real-life situation or not and thus comply with the development of their critical thinking (Sharif 1999). Leigh (2001), also comes to this conclusion whereby he states that since television offers variety of show on a wide range of human problems ranging from globalisation to homelessness, it encourages critical thinking among the public about the issues. Briefly, television can be used as an engaging medium to sharpen the thinking skill of viewers.
In short, television viewing brings more benefits to the viewers since it provides viewers with the latest current news, an enjoyable way of learning and also encourages development of people’s thinking skills. Hence, it is a desirable outcome for the survey conducted by UK Time Use Survey (2000), which they found out that full-time workers in United Kingdom had spent most of their times on television, video and radio rather than socialising, sports and exercise, attending entertainment and cultural events, and other activities. When used properly, actually, watching television is absolutely valuable (Rutherford 2002). With that, I am prone to my stance that television viewing brings more benefits than harms.
Firstly, if television is used expeditiously, it can be used as a tool to know what is happening currently in the world through the news program. This had been further justified by Sharif (1999), whereby she mentions that television programs helps young people to have the access to the worldwide issues and it may inspire them to do charity works such as collecting money for victims of famine in Africa. Rutherford (2002) also admits that the habit of watching television gives public the knowledge which incites them to become involved and exert pressure on administration, major firms and even national governments. Additionally, it is “..also good talking points to share with friends.” (Sharif 1999, p.34). Hence, it proves that knowing the latest current news brings advantages to the public in many ways.
Secondly, television can be used an additional dimension for learning process. People are more likely easier to accept new knowledge through audio-visual ways rather than simply read it on books (Leigh 2001). It also agreed by Rutherford, 2002, whereby he states that through television viewing, it enables the viewers to know better about the culture and beauty of the other parts of the world, learn facts on flora and fauna in much more interesting and fun ways, and also enjoy the learning of scientific equation which actually involved several complicated steps. Kindergartners are able to count, distinguish letters of the alphabet and even complete words before they enter school through watching television program (Leigh 2001). “These children also tend to have a larger vocabulary.” (Leigh 2001, pp.24-25). Ultimately, it is indisputable proof that watching television brings positive impact to people educationally.
Thirdly, television viewing can benefits the viewers in a way of developing their critical thinking skills. Such a skill is a crux in both social settings and even at school. For instance, family members can discuss whether the method shown in a television programme to solve a conflict is applicable in real-life situation or not and thus comply with the development of their critical thinking (Sharif 1999). Leigh (2001), also comes to this conclusion whereby he states that since television offers variety of show on a wide range of human problems ranging from globalisation to homelessness, it encourages critical thinking among the public about the issues. Briefly, television can be used as an engaging medium to sharpen the thinking skill of viewers.
In short, television viewing brings more benefits to the viewers since it provides viewers with the latest current news, an enjoyable way of learning and also encourages development of people’s thinking skills. Hence, it is a desirable outcome for the survey conducted by UK Time Use Survey (2000), which they found out that full-time workers in United Kingdom had spent most of their times on television, video and radio rather than socialising, sports and exercise, attending entertainment and cultural events, and other activities. When used properly, actually, watching television is absolutely valuable (Rutherford 2002). With that, I am prone to my stance that television viewing brings more benefits than harms.
4 comments:
Qila..
I think 'programme' is a better word than 'program' in para 2.
and can we use one common word for 2 points only in thesis statement?
:D
My opinion only.. First para- the thesis statement .. "As for me" is rather unnecessary.. and to me.. it sounds very unconvincing.. Maybe you can reconsider that phrase..
thank a lot for the comments. i'll try to improve on that. ^^
My comments:
1st para :
• “All level of generation, from young to old…” you had said ‘all’ so there’s no need to put ‘from young to old’ or you can include that but drop ‘all’ by saying ‘Levels of generation from young to old….’
• “As evidence”, I’m not sure if it is wrong or not, but for me it doesn’t sound right, you can put ‘proves’
2nd para :
• “…television is used expeditiously, it can be used as a tool..” you had said that ‘television is used’….so for the second part no need to say ‘can be used’ , I suggest you put it this way : “…television is used expeditiously, it can be a tool to know…”
3rd para :
• I think you left ‘as’ in this sentence ‘can be used an additional’
• ‘People are more likely easier to accept..’ I understand what you try to say but it’s better to drop ‘easier’ , what you mean by easier is that accepting new knowledge through audio-visual is easier right?? What I understand is that people more prefer to accept new knowledge…. I’m not too sure but that’s what I think…~_~
• “It is also agreed…” and “…viewing, it enables…” I confused with the first ‘it’…. How about you try to put this way ’..television viewing enables the viewers…’
4th para :
• “Such a skill is…” I think there’s no ‘a’
Last para :
• “When used properly, actually, watching…” I think no need to put ‘actually’
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