Research from KidsOKOnline (KOKO) released in January 2010 has some interesting insights on how children like to access their TV programmes.

The research is based on a sample of over 4000 children aged 6-14 years who are members of SuperClubsPLUS and GoldStarCafe, KOKO’s Safe Social Learning Networks.

Children want to be actively involved
The results show that about 30% of children contribute to TV shows through their computers and mobiles, and that they would like to have the opportunity to change the storyline of a TV show using Internet or their mobile.

"The figures make worrying reading for anyone trying to anticipate the habits of the next generation of content consumers." - New Media Age.

“Children want to be actively involved in TV consumption when and where they want, but they also want to be part of it. They no longer expect to be consumers of media any more but producers.” - Robert Hart, Director, KidsOKOnline. 

The results also show that one fourth of children are downloading music, games, TV shows and films to their computer without the parent’s permission. It also seems that a considerable percentage of parents do not restrict what their children view on the Internet and their mobiles (34% and 48% respectively). In addition, about one fifth of children use their mobile to access the Internet.

About KidsOKOnline
KidsOKOnline, founded by Robert and Carole Hart-Fletcher, provide award-winning protected social networking and learning spaces - real online communities where children, teens and adults can learn, be creative, communicate and collaborate with others and make their voices heard in safety. KOKO also helps other organisations to provide their own online communities and ensure they are delightful and safe for kids and adults.

KidsOKOnline website: http://www.KidsOKOnline.com