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ERIC Number: EJ610307
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0009-4056
The Influence of Television on Children's Gender Role Socialization.
Witt, Susan D.
Childhood Education, v76 n5 p322-24 Annual Theme 2000
Examines young children's gender role development, focusing on the impact of television viewing. Maintains that role models and imitation are extremely influential factors shaping gender-typed behavior. Identifies gender bias in television programming, including music television and commercials, and discusses gender bias in children's television and daytime programming. Maintains that television sends compelling messages about socially approved gender roles. (KB)
Descriptors: Child Development, Gender Issues, Observational Learning, Programming (Broadcast), Sex Bias, Sex Role, Social Development, Stereotypes, Television Viewing, Young Children
Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Twenty First Century
Note: Annual Theme Issue: "Preparing School Personnel for the 21st Century."