Talia Wants Her Twins to Be Well Prepared When They

Talia wants her twins to be well prepared when they enter Grade 1, but she has heard conflicting evidence about the impact of educational television programs on children's cognitive development.Because you are taking a course in developmental psychology, Talia asks for your advice.Based on the evidence from the research studies reviewed in the text, what is the best information you could provide regarding the long-term effects on children who watch these types of programs?

A) They are more likely to develop problems with executive functions and will have trouble paying attention to classroom lessons.
B) They typically score lower on cognitive tests than peers who watch little or no TV.
C) They tend to be better prepared for learning when they begin formal schooling.
D) They show definite cognitive gains, but are more likely to show deficits in their socialization skills.