TV as a Tool of Instruction

TV as a Tool of Instruction

TV programmes, particularly those of Doordarshan, are credited with keeping the masses informed, but they are also accused of spoiling children. However, this line of reasoning is not valid in the modern world. With increase in the number of TV channels and advancement of communication technology, the amount of content telecast has exploded exponentially. Observing the attachment of children to the TV, multiple educational channels like Discovery channel, Animal Planet, National Geographic etc have started telecasting programmes worldwide round the clock. The aim of these channels is to make learning an enjoyable process.

However, most parents have failed to realise this, still restricting the viewing of TV programmes by their children. Children will enjoy learning if they have fun while doing so. Interactive channels provide such an avenue for learning. Thus, the argument that TV spoils children is no longer valid. So, instead of parents scolding their children for watching TV programmes, they must allow them to learn and have fun simultaneously so that they can avoid the tedious aspects of education.