This technical bulletin poses questions of concern to law-related educators (LRE) and citizenship educators working to reduce violence among students and the larger community. Maintaining that the sociological implications of violence on television and in video games should be a serious concern to all educators, the bulletin describes the importance of the television media, examines the effects of violent television programs and video games, and discusses possible implications for LRE educators. The bulletin suggests the following instructional approaches in discussing with students the prevalence of media violence and how to practice critical thinking in evaluating television programs and video games: (1) First Amendment freedom of speech; (2) using the V-chip; (3) critical analysis; (4) redesigning programs to present fewer sounds and scenes of violence; (5) awareness of market share; and (6) activities involving the family and community. Contains 22 references and a 14-item annotated resource list for teachers and parents. (BT)