Stephen Johnsons “the Sleeper Curve”
Watching TV Makes You Smarter – The New York Times (nytimes.com)
After reading about Stephen Johnson’s idea of “the Sleeper Curve,” please answer the following questions in 2-3 paragraphs:1.) Do you accept or reject Johnson’s Sleeper Curve argument that certain TV programs are intellectually demanding and are actually making us smarter? 2.) Is it possible that popular culture, in certain ways, makes us more intelligent?3.) Do you think television shows have grown more complex over the past few decades? In other words… Is there more substance on modern television? Are storylines more complex and demanding of audiences today?Be sure to explain your answers and cite specific examples to support your opinions. Cite the article in APA or MLA format.
