Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 1
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What does the use of light areas in value typically represent?

  • Darkness and pain
  • Drama and menace
  • Happiness and warmth (correct)
  • Gloom and mystery

    • Which principle of design emphasizes the need for all visual elements to work together cohesively?

  • Balance
  • Movement
  • Variety
  • Unity (correct)

    • What is the primary function of texture in visual design?

  • To suggest movement
  • To indicate mood
  • To create an illusion of touch (correct)
  • To balance the composition

    • Which of the following is NOT considered a warm color?

    <p>Blue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does balance in design principles help to communicate?

    <p>Equality among visual elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which audio source was invented between 1904 and 1922?

    <p>Radio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does variety in visual elements contribute to design?

    <p>By creating exciting possible variations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a podcast from other audio sources?

    <p>It is an internet audio broadcasting form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as media with the appearance of moving text and graphics designed to communicate information in multiple ways?

    <p>Motion information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a source of motion information?

    <p>Photographs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of source includes clips taken from larger works to support claims?

    <p>Movie clips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes an integrated sight-and-sound kinetic media?

    <p>Motion pictures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Live streaming can best be described as which of the following?

    <p>Real-time video broadcasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential quality of a good listener?

    <p>Pay attention to nonverbal cues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of short films?

    <p>They usually have a complete theme and run for 1 to 15 minutes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which criterion ensures that audio material is appropriate for research?

    <p>Authority of the author</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which format of motion information allows user interaction?

    <p>Interactive videos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is essential to consider when selecting movie clips for educational purposes?

    <p>The potential misleading nature of the clips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of the speaker's communication is most crucial to understand their message?

    <p>Their tone of voice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which design principle is emphasized for creating effective audio information?

    <p>High-quality audio is essential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a listener primarily avoid to enhance their listening skills?

    <p>Personal prejudices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'coverage' refer to in the context of selecting audio information?

    <p>The amount of relevant information presented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of earcons in audio information?

    <p>To assist with computer commands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential factor to consider when assessing the timeliness of audio information?

    <p>The release date and availability of updates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'People as Media'?

    <p>Individuals who are well-oriented to media sources and able to provide accurate information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do opinion leaders play in media?

    <p>They have a strong social status that influences public decision-making.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is citizen journalism primarily concerned with?

    <p>The collection and dissemination of news by the public, often online.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what ways can citizen journalists work?

    <p>Either independently or in collaboration with established news organizations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crowdsourcing in the context of media?

    <p>Collecting data from users without the need for financial compensation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does 'social journalism' differ from traditional journalism?

    <p>It is a model that incorporates contributions from both professionals and the audience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is live blogging intended for?

    <p>Providing ongoing updates about fast-developing news stories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of citizen journalism?

    <p>It empowers individuals to report news without requiring professional credentials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one role of motion materials in education?

    <p>They update learners on relevant community events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can motion materials enhance the learning of complex theories?

    <p>By using visual representations to facilitate understanding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be ensured in the organization of motion materials?

    <p>All elements must contribute to a meaningful scene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key criterion for selecting effective motion information?

    <p>It should be catchy to capture the audience's attention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT a focus when producing motion materials?

    <p>The random combination of unrelated footage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration during the dissemination of motion information?

    <p>Undergoing a censorship process to avoid offensive content.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should comprehensive motion materials accomplish?

    <p>They should present multiple facets of the discussed issue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered an example of motion materials?

    <p>Purely textual documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of manipulative information indicates that it must appeal to a variety of individuals?

    <p>Charismatic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'media-flexible' characteristic imply about manipulative information?

    <p>It should be adaptable to multiple types of media.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can manipulative information commonly be found in print media?

    <p>At the bottom of the front page or on a dedicated page</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of media often contains manipulative information in the form of advertisements during program segments?

    <p>Broadcast media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'quasi-credible' suggest about the content of manipulative information?

    <p>It contains elements that can be believed or seem truthful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of manipulative information, what does 'articulate' mean regarding its message?

    <p>The message should be expressed with clarity and effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a criterion for evaluating manipulative information?

    <p>Accessibility for individuals with varying capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common placement for manipulative information on the internet?

    <p>At the edges or bottom of a webpage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 1

    • People as Media: Individuals well-versed in media sources, providing accurate and reliable information.
      • Examples: Social media users (celebrities and ordinary people), opinion leaders (political figures, columnists, celebrities), citizen journalists (working independently or with organizations).
      • Citizen Journalism: Collection, dissemination, and analysis of news and information by the public, primarily through the internet.
      • Subcategories: Working independently (social media, blogs), working with news organizations (commenting on articles, crowdsourcing, live-blogging).
    • People in Media: Media practitioners providing first-hand information or expert knowledge.
      • Examples: News reporters, radio commentators, print journalists, photojournalists, broadcast journalists, multimedia journalists.
    • Local Issue Example: Dr. Jose Rizal's novels influenced social change during the Spanish era. This demonstrates the power of media and information, which can be seen in the issue of weekly submission and retrieval of modules during distance learning for parents and students.
      • Issue: Weekly submission/retrieval of student modules.
      • Background: Teachers required weekly submissions due to module design, but parents/students expressed concern due to time constraints.
      • Outcome: School authorities decided on a bi-weekly module submission/retrieval schedule.

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 2

    • Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs): Online courses accessible to anyone, fostering interaction among learners.
      • Definition: A model for delivering online learning content to anyone wanting to take a course, with no limit on attendance.
      • Four Characteristics:
        • Revolutionary: Moves from traditional physical learning to virtual learning.
        • Online learning: Learners only need a camera, audio device, and account.
        • Connects despite distance.
        • Uses technology to collect and analyze learner data.
      • Purpose: Personal growth in terms of information, knowledge, and skills for higher education, workplace connection, and lifelong learning.

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 3

    • Improved Quality of Life: Improved quality of life due to media and information advancements (technology, internet, social media).
    • Greater Economic Opportunities: Media and information advances created job opportunities.
      • Example: Vloggers; Media tech businesses.
    • Greater Political Participation: Media's function as "eyes and ears" for the public is highlighted.
      • Example: Public awareness and involvement in government programs.
    • Improved Learning Environment: Media facilitates knowledge access and learning.
      • Example: MOOCs, readily available information in various formats.
    • Cohesive Social Units: Media (particularly social media) helps unify individuals with a shared goal or desire for change.
      • Example: Broader societal responses to a global challenge through media awareness.

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 4

    • Text Information: Interpreting words to generate knowledge.
      • Importance: Comprehending to extract knowledge from text.
      • Dimensions:
        • Meaning of Text: Denotation (literal meaning) and connotation (deeper meaning).
        • Formal vs. Informal: Formal text (objective, fact-based) vs. Informal text (subjective, opinion-based)
        • Organization, Production and Dissemination: Organizing text (paragraphs, lists), producing text (newspapers), disseminating text (social media, emails) considering the audience or target audience..
      • Evaluation Criteria: Analyzing the relevance, authority, timeliness, validity/accuracy, argument, and coverage of texts.
      • Primary vs. Secondary Sources: Primary (first-hand information, like transcripts) vs. Secondary (interpreted, analyzed, or summarized information).

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 5

    • Visual Information and Media: Using images and graphics to convey messages.
      • Dimensions:
        • Sources: Original art, photographs, prints, moving images.
        • Advantages (for viewers): Effective for illiterate individuals, clear explanations, simple presentations, less time consuming, quick decisions, popular among people who see information better visually.
        • Disadvantages (more complex): Costly, complex, incomplete, problems for non-visual learners.
      • Visual Message Design: Communicating through visuals considering culture, educational level, and language.

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 6

    • Motion information: Media that appears to move text and images; includes motion graphics, movie clips.
    • Interactive videos: Videos allowing user interaction.
    • Mobile Information/Video: Media viewed on digital devices
    • Advantages of Motion Information: Ease in understanding content, showcasing sequential processes.
    • Disadvantages: Expensive materials, misinterpretations possible.
    • Importance: Presenting complex information.
    • Formats: Film, motion pictures in televisions, interactive videos.

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 7

    • Multimedia: Digital representation of mixed information types (text, graphics, animaiton; audio; video).
      • Advantages: Targets multiple senses, interactive, wide audiences, enhances effects, retains audience attention.
      • Disadvantages: High storage demands, neglects minorities, time-consuming production.

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 8

    • Producing multimedia presentations: Combining various media components (text, graphics, animation, audio, videos) effectively.
    • Design Principles & Elements: For effective organization and appearance (use of contrast, alignment, repetition, and proximity).
      • Text: Title, subtitles, descriptive text on a given media.
      • Visual: Photos, illustrations, visuals that represent information accurately.
      • Manipulative: Information intended to sway opinions or influence thoughts, beliefs and actions,.

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 9

    • Information and Multimedia Format: Including text, graphics, audio, and video as elements of a presentation.
    • Purpose: Effective delivery of information tailored to the specific audience using multimedia.

    Media and Information Literacy - Lesson 10

    • Manipulative Information and Media: Types: Activism, Advertising, Hoaxing, Propaganda, targeted at influencing perceptions, beliefs, and actions among audiences.
      • Formats: Print media (newspapers), broadcast media (television, radio), New media (internet; online social media), Outdoor media (billboards, posters, etc.).
      • Evaluation Considerations: Examining the origin of the information and whether or not it presents a complete view of the information or only one side of an argument.
      • Accuracy & Design of the manipulative information.

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    This quiz explores the role of individuals as media and the various forms of citizen journalism. It emphasizes the importance of reliable sources and the impact of media practitioners in disseminating information. Additionally, it highlights historical examples of media influence on social change.

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