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The invention of the ______ ushered in the electronic age.
The invention of the ______ ushered in the electronic age.
transistor
The ______ paved the way for faster communication and the creation of social networks.
The ______ paved the way for faster communication and the creation of social networks.
internet
Television was first introduced in the year ______.
Television was first introduced in the year ______.
1941
In print media, typography is the art and technique of arranging ______.
In print media, typography is the art and technique of arranging ______.
Examples of social networks include ______, Multiply, and Facebook.
Examples of social networks include ______, Multiply, and Facebook.
Large electronic computers were developed during the ______ age.
Large electronic computers were developed during the ______ age.
Transistor radios became popular media devices during the ______ age.
Transistor radios became popular media devices during the ______ age.
Visual media primarily engages the sense of ______ as a channel to receive messages.
Visual media primarily engages the sense of ______ as a channel to receive messages.
The oral tradition of communication stores information in ______.
The oral tradition of communication stores information in ______.
Information exchange in indigenous media is primarily ______.
Information exchange in indigenous media is primarily ______.
Knowledge is unique to a given ______ and society.
Knowledge is unique to a given ______ and society.
Indigenous communication is a means by which ______ is preserved.
Indigenous communication is a means by which ______ is preserved.
Primary sources consist of various materials such as theses, photographs, and ______.
Primary sources consist of various materials such as theses, photographs, and ______.
Secondary sources include textbooks and edited ______.
Secondary sources include textbooks and edited ______.
A library is a building or room where literary, musical, or artistic materials are ______.
A library is a building or room where literary, musical, or artistic materials are ______.
Tertiary sources consist of information that is a collection of primary and ______ sources.
Tertiary sources consist of information that is a collection of primary and ______ sources.
An information disseminator [communicates information to others through various channels] such as publications, presentations, or ______.
An information disseminator [communicates information to others through various channels] such as publications, presentations, or ______.
A translator [converts information from one language or format to another] and may include ______ translators.
A translator [converts information from one language or format to another] and may include ______ translators.
A condenser [summarizes or simplifies complex information into a more concise form] and may be ______.
A condenser [summarizes or simplifies complex information into a more concise form] and may be ______.
A retriever [locates and retrieves information] from sources such as libraries or ______.
A retriever [locates and retrieves information] from sources such as libraries or ______.
A technologist [develops and maintains the tools and systems used to create, store, and access information], often working as ______.
A technologist [develops and maintains the tools and systems used to create, store, and access information], often working as ______.
An information preserver [ensures that information is preserved] for future use through archival methods or ______.
An information preserver [ensures that information is preserved] for future use through archival methods or ______.
The term genre comes from the [French word meaning 'type' or 'blank'].
The term genre comes from the [French word meaning 'type' or 'blank'].
CODES are systems of signs which create meaning and can include ______ codes that show what is beneath the surface.
CODES are systems of signs which create meaning and can include ______ codes that show what is beneath the surface.
A two shot is a camera shot with ______ featured in the frame.
A two shot is a camera shot with ______ featured in the frame.
A three shot features ______ in the frame.
A three shot features ______ in the frame.
An over-the-shoulder shot shows your subject ______ of another character.
An over-the-shoulder shot shows your subject ______ of another character.
An overhead shot (bird's eye view) is from way up high, ______ your subject and a good amount of scenery surrounding him/her.
An overhead shot (bird's eye view) is from way up high, ______ your subject and a good amount of scenery surrounding him/her.
A low-angle shot frames the subject from a ______ looking up at them.
A low-angle shot frames the subject from a ______ looking up at them.
A high-angle shot points ______ at the subject.
A high-angle shot points ______ at the subject.
A dutch tilt shot has the camera ______ to one side.
A dutch tilt shot has the camera ______ to one side.
Camera movement is employed to modify the relationship between the subject and the camera frame, with the goal of ______ viewer's perspective of space and time.
Camera movement is employed to modify the relationship between the subject and the camera frame, with the goal of ______ viewer's perspective of space and time.
Static shots work well in every genre, but they’re nice for comedy because the actor’s performance and ______ is often the focus.
Static shots work well in every genre, but they’re nice for comedy because the actor’s performance and ______ is often the focus.
A dolly shot is where the camera is affixed to a mechanism called a ______.
A dolly shot is where the camera is affixed to a mechanism called a ______.
Camera pans rotate the camera side to side on a horizontal ______.
Camera pans rotate the camera side to side on a horizontal ______.
A camera tilt is when you move your camera up and down on a vertical ______.
A camera tilt is when you move your camera up and down on a vertical ______.
Convention refers to a standard or norm that acts as a rule governing ______.
Convention refers to a standard or norm that acts as a rule governing ______.
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Study Notes
Forms of Media
- Printing press revolutionized mass production in 1900.
- The London Gazette, established in 1740, marked a significant early newspaper.
- Key technological advancements included the typewriter (1800), telephone (1876), motion picture photography (1890), commercial motion pictures (1913), and telegraph systems.
Electronic Age (1930s to 1980s)
- The invention of the transistor initiated the electronic age, leading to significant innovations.
- Key forms of media included:
- Transistor radio
- Television (1941)
- Large electronic and mainframe computers (notably IBM in 1960)
- Early personal computers like Hewlett Packard 9100A (1968) and Apple 1 (1976)
- OHP and LCD projectors
Information Age (1900s to 2000s)
- The advent of the internet enabled rapid communication and emergence of social networks.
- Significant developments in digital technology included:
- Web browsers: Mosaic (1930), Internet Explorer (1955)
- Blogs began with BlogSpot (1999) and WordPress (2003)
- Social networks such as Friendster (2002), Multiply (2003), Facebook (2004), and Instagram
- Microblogs like Twitter (2006) and Tumblr (2007)
- Video platforms like YouTube (2005)
- Other technologies included augmented reality, virtual reality, video chat (Skype, Google Hangouts), smartphones, wearable technology, and cloud computing.
Print Media
- Print media encompasses books, newspapers, magazines, newsletters, and brochures, primarily using mechanical reproduction techniques.
- Text Media: Simple formats for conveying ideas, can be handwritten or printed; typography enhances reliability and design.
- Visual Media: Primarily uses sight for message delivery; includes graphics as a crucial component.
Characteristics of Indigenous Media
- Knowledge is stored through oral traditions and communicated face-to-face.
- Information remains within community boundaries and reflects unique cultural insights.
Forms of Indigenous Media
- Folk or traditional media
- Social gatherings and organizations
- Direct observation practices
- Oral instructions and records
Indigenous Knowledge
- Unique to specific cultures, often informal or unwritten.
Indigenous Communication
- Information transmitted through local forms that help preserve and adapt culture.
Types of Information Sources
- Primary Sources include original materials such as theses, photographs, dissertations, speeches, and diaries.
- Secondary Sources interpret or analyze primary sources, including textbooks, reviews, and biographies.
- Tertiary Sources distill information from primary and secondary sources, comprising encyclopedias, dictionaries, and bibliographies.
Classification of Information Sources
- Library Sources: Spaces where reference materials are kept for use.
- Internet Sources: Diverse online resources for accessing information.
Roles in Information Dissemination
- Information Disseminator: Communicates information through various mediums.
- Translator: Converts information across languages/formats.
- Condenser: Summarizes complex information.
- Retriever: Locates information from various sources.
- Technologist: Develops systems for creating and storing information.
- Information Preserver: Ensures resources are archived for future use.
Media Language
- Comprises codes, conventions, formats, and symbols that convey meanings to audiences.
Genre
- Classifications of media based on common codes and conventions reflecting shared characteristics.
Codes in Media
- Symbolic Codes: Elements that convey deeper meanings beyond visible content, such as color and setting.
- Mise en Scene: Arrangement of visual elements within a frame.
- Camera Shot Types: Include various angles (eye-level, low-angle, high-angle) that shape viewer perception.
Camera Movements
- Techniques like static, dolly, and zoom shots alter the viewer's spatial perception and emotional engagement.
Conventions in Media
- Established norms guiding audience expectations across forms, stories, and genres.
Key Terminology in Communication
- Message: Information sent from a source to a receiver.
- Audience: Target consumers of media messages.
- Producer: Individuals involved in creating media content.
- Stakeholder: Entities like libraries and museums providing relevant information sources.
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