Television & Modern Society - Tri Duc English Tri Duc English IELTS Speaking Part 3 Television & Social Influence Evaluating Educational Potential, Passive Consumption, and the Digital Paradigm Shift Topic Vocabulary Media & Behavioral Terms Propaganda /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/ (n) Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause. Passive watching (n) Consuming content without active mental engagement or critical thinking. Social disorder (n) A condition where the normal rules and structures of society break down, often due to violence. Misinform /ˌmɪs.ɪnˈfɔːm/ (v) To give someone false or inaccurate information, often deliberately. Forum /ˈfɔː.rəm/ (n) A place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged. Addictive /əˈdɪk.tɪv/ (adj) Likely to cause someone to become unable to stop doing or using something. Academic performance (n) The extent to which a student has achieved their short or long-term educational goals. Dissemination /dɪˌsem.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ (n) The act of spreading something, especially information, widely. *Click cards to hear pronunciation Benefits (Pros) Powerful tool to educate and enlighten viewers. Provides inspiration, creativity , and global news. A convenient and highly affordable source of entertainment . Serves as an important forum for public discussion. Can hold families together through shared viewing experiences. Drawbacks (Cons) Passive watching hinders children's social skills . Excessive use leads to addiction and poor academic performance . Physical complications like obesity and damaged sleep patterns. Can be used as a propaganda tool to misinform the public. Graphic violence contributes to social disorder . Media Literacy Qu...