Anik I and Isolation: Television in the Lives of Canadian Eskimos -- The Far North.

Coldevin, Gary O.

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Publication Date: 1977

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Anik I and Isolation: Television in the Lives of Canadian Eskimos -- The Far North.

Coldevin, Gary O.

Journal of Communication, v27 n4 p145-53 Fall 1977

Describes the impact of the expanded availability of television as a result of the Anik I satellite transmission system on the Canadian Eskimo (adults have an increased knowledge of national and international affairs). Indicates critical social and psychological effects on Eskimo children while adults have retained traditional social customs and environment. (JMF)

Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Behavioral Science Research, Communications Satellites, Cultural Context, Cultural Isolation, Current Events, Eskimos, Media Research, Social Attitudes, Social Values, Television

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada

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