PSY 210 HCCS Curious George Program Tv Show Analysis Essay
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Show Information – Provides name of show and episode watched (5 points) Each category on
the left lists the
maximum points
possible. Points
will be given from
0 through the
indicated number
in each category
based on
assessment of the
category.
Summary of Plot – Paper provides sufficient information about the episode(s)
plot(s) that the reader can easily understand what happened without having to
re-watch the show (10 points)
Analysis of Show Content – Did the characters display and academic,
educational, or critical thinking skills? What sorts of aggressive behaviors did
they exhibit? What about prosocial behaviors? What were the consequences
of those behaviors? (Ex: one common criticism of some shows is that
characters often engage in inappropriate behaviors for which they are not
punished, and characters may escape unhurt from situations that would cause
physical harm in real life. In other shows, it is made more clear what behaviors
are or are not acceptable.) Would viewing the show reinforce or break down
any stereotypes? Is so, which ones? How were gender roles portrayed? How
did the adults (if any) interact with the children on the show? Is there
anything else in the show that you consider to be relevant in evaluating its
impact? (40 points)
Overall evaluation of the program – What is the student’s overall opinion of
the show? Would he/she recommend it to friends or allow his/her own child
to watch it? (15 points)
Thoughtful, thorough answers – Is it clear from reading the paper that the
student took his/her time and gave serious consideration to the issues
identified above? (15 points)
Followed APA formatting rules (5 points)
Grammar, mechanics, and writing style – Paper has minimal spelling,
punctuation, and/or grammatical errors. The paper is constructed in such a
way that it is enjoyable and easy to read. (10 points)
