Channel 1 began when I was in middle school, and we were one of the first schools to have it. I have no experience w/it recently, but I do remember that it really made me aware of the world, and that it was greater than our small city. I can only speak for myself personally, and at that time, but for me, Channel 1 began a life-long love of politics & interest in world-wide events. Our teachers really used it as a tool, and it seems to have been worthwhile. Of course, this was blahblahblah years ago & I don't know how it has changed since.

pos

schools get free electronic equipment and maybe other goodies.

neg
kids loose 10min (or whatever their contract says)teaching time every day

kids are subltly marketed to.

go sit in and see what they are viewing, and decide for yourself.

I would like any feedback ~ positive or negative ~ regarding Channel 1 in schools. It is becoming a HUGE issue at our Middle School (grades 6-8), so any information is appreciated. thanks!