Handbook of Children and the Media [Paperback]

Dorothy G. Singer (Author), Jerome L. Singer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 3, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0761919554 | ISBN-13: 978-0761919551 | Edition: 1

"A readable handbook that is certain to be an important resource for students, scholars, and researchers in a variety of disciplines."

- CHOICE

From Internet censorship to levels of television exposure, the effects of mass media on children is one of the most widely debated issues in our society. Bringing together an interdisciplinary group of renowned scholars from around the world, the Handbook of Children and the Media is the first and only all-inclusive, comprehensive analysis of the field for students and scholars. This book summarizes the current scope of research on children and the media, suggests directions for future research, and attempts to provide students with a deliberate examination of how children use, enjoy, learn from, and are advantaged or disadvantaged by regular exposure to television and other electronic media.

The Handbook of Children and the Media is an outstanding text for classes and will provide students in communication, psychology, family studies, education, sociology, public policy, and related fields with a valuable reference work as they continue their studies in this important area. Beyond the classroom setting, policymakers, media professionals, and concerned parents will all find much to value in this landmark volume.

Editorial Reviews

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"An authoritative overview of media effects on children and adolscents . . . Singer and Singer anchor each section with a preliminary overview, a conclusion, and references at the end of each chapter. This readable handbook is certain to be an important resource for students, scholars, and researchers in a variety of disciplines."

(CHOICE )

"The Handbook provides an excellent overview of research on children's media. The level of detail of most chapters is astonishing. Many chapters are superbly written and provide research summaries accessible to all audiences. . . . The encyclopedic scope of the Handbook makes it the most comprehensive resource available about all aspects of children's media. . . . Dorothy and Jerome Singer deserve praise for their excellent introductions to each part of the handbook and their concluding remarks. . . .The Handbook is a testimony to their standing as leaders in the field of children's media."

(CONTEMPORARY PSYCHOLOGY CONTEMPORARY PSYCHOLOGY )

About the Author

Dorothy G. Singer, is retired Senior Research Scientist, Department of Psychology, Yale University. Dr. Singer is also Co-Director, with Jerome L. Singer, of the Yale University Family Television Research and Consultation Center affiliated with the Zigler Center for Child Development and Public Policy. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association. Her research and publications are in the area of early childhood development, television effects on youth, and parent training in imaginative play. She received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Teachers College, Columbia University in 2006, and in 2009, the Award for Distinguished Lifetime Contributions to Media Psychology from the American Psychological Association.

Jerome L. Singer is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Yale University and a Fellow of the American Psychological Association. His specialty is research on the psychology of imagination and daydreaming. Dr. Singer has authored articles on thought processes, imagery, personality, psychotherapy, children's play, and the effects of television. He has been President of the Division of Aesthetics, Creativity and the Arts in the American Psychological Association. In 2008, he was awarded the Rudolf Arnheim Award for Distinguished Contributions to the Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts from the American Psychological Association, and in 2009, the Paul Farnsworth Award for Lifetime Contribution and Service, Division 10, American Psychological Association.

Product Details

• Paperback: 784 pages
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc; 1 edition (October 3, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0761919554
• ISBN-13: 978-0761919551
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,033,971 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

When my first child was born I felt so blessed that I vowed I'd never complain about anything again for the rest of my life. I continue to break that vow several times a day. But I still believe that there is no greater thrill than tickling a toddler or hearing the word "Daddy!"

If you liked "How About a Kiss for Me?" then I know you share that joy. My second book will be coming out in 2012, and hopefully more after that. Thanks and good luck with your little one(s).

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5.0 out of 5 stars Shipping to Hungary is not possible, February 8, 2009

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5.0 out of 5 stars a wonderful opportunity to read the articles of big scholars, March 12, 2001

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This review is from: Handbook of Children and the Media (Hardcover)

Singers are the most famous scholars who have devoted their time and efforts to study media effects on children. This book, edited by the couple, includes updated articles that are written by other famous and sphisticated researchers.