Television As A Reflection Of Society
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5 pages in length. As much as people might try to use television as a scapegoat for all of society's ills, it is truly nothing more than an accurate cultural refection rather than that of an influence upon it. Indeed, television only mirrors what already exists in reality, as opposed to being an operative component behind the motivating factors. However, this reflection is not only limited to television but is also prominently portrayed in advertisements, music and all other form of media, inasmuch as it mirrors what society has effectively become. While there is a significant amount of violence characteristic of social interaction, this image is not distorted by what the media represents as reality. The writer discusses how television is not responsible for violent behavior, but is merely a depiction of social existence. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Television As Sexist
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12 pages in length. Sexism in television is an industry ill that has run rampant ever since its mid-century inception. Even though it has purportedly quelled its ever-present sexist orientation, critics charge that this is hardly the case. Even in programs that proclaim to utilize women as respected and equal characters to their male counterparts, what has truly surfaced is nothing more than a clever ploy to make it appear as though television has finally put to bed the sexists perception it adopted at inception. The writer discusses how this veiled attempted to promote women from beneath the social oppression of the male ego has its roots in patriarchal control, in spite of the fact that women are more independent now than they have ever been before throughout history. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: TLCtvsex.doc

Television Documentaries / Information Or Propaganda ?
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A 5 page essay that looks at the question of whether or not it is appropriate for TV networks to take a partisan position that has a predetermined editorial point of view.
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Television Talk Shows
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A 5 page research paper on the good promoted by television talk shows. Describes how talk shows have increased public awareness of domestic violence, pitfalls of managed care, promoted racial equality, and help direct minority youth to programs and opportunities for careers and higher education. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Talkshow.wps

Television Technology -- Its Past, Present, & Future
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A 10 page examination of the advancements in technology which resulted in television as we know it today. Includes both a history of television technology, a synopsis of its current status, and predictions of future advancements. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TVhist.doc

Television Violence
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This 5 page essay argues the thesis that violence should not be shown on television. Several studies that support the position are cited, including research conducted by the American Psychological Association. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGtvvio.rtf

Television's Effects Upon Sexual Behavior
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A 7 page research paper exploring the effects of television on sexual behavior. The writer focuses upon the changes in adolescent sexual activity. Specific documented examples of youngsters mimicking acts they had seen on television or in the movies are given. The thesis of the paper is essentially that, 'Yes, television does, in fact, impact the degree of sexual activity among adolescents.' Bibliography is included.
Filename: Tvsex.doc

Violence On Television
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A 7 page paper discussing the problem of television violence and its effects on children. The paper analyzes violence in cartoons and violence in movies and contrasts these with violence within the sports industry, specifically the WWF. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Vioontv.doc

Classic Rhetoric's Role in the Modern World
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This 4 page research paper discusses the compatibility between Aristotle's Classic Rhetoric and the mass media and technology in today's world. Classic Rhetoric is explained from a philosophical perspective. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Arisrhet.wps

The Telecommunication Act and Its Effect on Radio and Television
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A 5 page discussion of the 1996 Telecommunications Act and its Impact on Television and Radio. Emphasizes that the provisions of the Act have been made largely ineffective due to the numerous challenges the Act has faced and by the conflicting policies and actions being implemented by entities such as the FCC. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Radio News: 1850s / Expansion vs. Slavery
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A 5 page fictitious 1859 radio broadcast (not invented yet) from New York City calling for an end to slavery. The announcer uses the argument of the nation’s successful expansion through population and economic growth as a means to denounce the Dred Scott decision. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Cn1850s.wps

Bias In Television
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A 9 page paper. Is there still bias in television? Writers and researchers unequivocally state both sexism and racism can be found in all aspects of television. This essay discusses sports, newscasts, commercials and entertainment programs and the bias that can be found. 1 page outline included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGbiastv.wps

News Media Depictions of Police Abuse of Power
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In this 2 page essay, the writer compares three articles describing illegal stops in Delaware and discusses specifically how each article reports on the issue-- with reference to different reporting habits & behaviors of different media-types. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Polccorr.wps

Deregulation's Effect On Small Market Radio
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A 5 page paper on the effects of deregulation's potential in a rural Pennsylvania market that includes 3 FM stations owned by the same group. Radio is one of the few things that is still a growth market after having been in existence for so many years. Rather than declining, its increase is assumed to be because of its ability to blend with other activities that are competitive with other media forms, such as television and the Internet. Radio is still the choice of commuters and is one of the few things that can be simultaneous with other, competing, activities. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Developments in Digital Radio
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A 6 page research paper exploring the development of Digital Radio. Includes discussion of digital equipment currently available and tools and gadgets currently under development. Satellites, interactive networks, telephones, computers are mentioned. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Digitalr.wps