Maggie Orr

Understanding why and how we all play a part in our democratic society is an integral part of the education ecosystem. One way to engage Australian school children in civics and citizenship is to explore the subject through relevant screen content.

In this age of on-demand viewing, are today’s kids are missing out by not experiencing the delayed gratification of waiting for the next episode of their favourite show, and the sense of connection that comes from being invested in a TV show together with your peers?