CommonSenseMedia brings up some good points and helpful tips for parents regarding watching the Super Bowl. It's not the game itself, but the commercials. These infamous ad spots are well-known for being memorable and expensive, but have you thought about what's being advertised? Some of the products may not be age-appropriate for your children. You also have to be aware of what the commercials may be advertising besides the product.
In TechTime students have learned about being media-smart when it comes to advertising, but they're still kids. We all get tempted by advertisements, but as adults we need to help young people become more advertising-smart and be able to distinguish between reality and gimmick.
Check out the CommonSenseMedia information and helpful tips for parents regarding watching the Super Bowl here: http://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/super-bowl-2013-ads-sexy-violent-and-shocking
In TechTime students have learned about being media-smart when it comes to advertising, but they're still kids. We all get tempted by advertisements, but as adults we need to help young people become more advertising-smart and be able to distinguish between reality and gimmick.
Check out the CommonSenseMedia information and helpful tips for parents regarding watching the Super Bowl here: http://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/super-bowl-2013-ads-sexy-violent-and-shocking