MOOCs and Their Impact on Individuals
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What is one of the positive implications of media in society?

  • Reduced social divisions
  • Empowerment of individuals and communities (correct)
  • Increased misinformation
  • Decreased global awareness

Which of the following is considered a negative implication of media?

  • Promoting global cooperation
  • Misinformation spreading rapidly (correct)
  • Informal sharing of knowledge
  • Access to diverse perspectives

What characterizes formal text-based materials?

  • They do not require any process of approval.
  • They undergo rigorous editing and evaluation. (correct)
  • They are primarily based on personal opinions.
  • They are usually created by individuals without regulation.

Which type of file format is known for supporting animations?

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What is one primary purpose of visual information?

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What is a characteristic of informal visual media?

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Which design element describes the shape or outline in visual media?

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How do filter bubbles and echo chambers negatively impact social interactions?

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What principle uses dark and light areas to create movement in a design?

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Which sound characteristic refers to how high or low a sound is?

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Which element is NOT considered a part of sound design?

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What type of transition involves one element fading out while another fades in?

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What describes the principle that involves balancing and controlling multiple sound elements?

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Which of the following best defines 'Rhythm' in a design context?

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What aspect of sound design relates to the use of the left and right channels to create depth?

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Which characteristic of sound refers specifically to its intensity?

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What is the purpose of value in design?

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Which statement best describes texture in visual design?

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What does the center of interest refer to in a composition?

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Which of the following is NOT a property of color?

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What is the significance of maintaining consistency in design elements?

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Which type of balance can be described as asymmetrical?

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What does harmony in design aim to achieve?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of form in design?

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What is a primary characteristic of stereo imaging?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of motion media?

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What is a significant disadvantage of motion media compared to still images?

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How does speed influence the perception of motion media?

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Which element of motion media can be used to help time events or clarify messages?

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What role does blurring play in motion media?

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Which statement best describes the direction of motion in animation?

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In terms of credibility, what is essential to evaluate about motion media?

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Which of the following activities is commonly performed on social media platforms?

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What is a defining characteristic of massively multiplayer online role playing games (MMORPGs)?

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Which technology allows for a three-dimensional viewing experience?

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What best describes a mobile app?

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In role-playing games (RPGs), players are primarily responsible for what aspect?

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What kind of features are primarily associated with social media websites?

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Which activity is NOT typically associated with online booking?

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What is a significant feature of interactive websites?

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What is one of the primary functions of online shopping?

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What does the term 'hotspot' refer to in an interactive context?

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What interaction does online gaming often provide?

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Which feature is commonly associated with interactive television (ITV)?

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What does a rollover do in an interactive setting?

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In online classes, what type of interaction is emphasized?

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of chat services?

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A slideshow in an interactive context is characterized by what?

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Flashcards

Positive implications of information

Benefits of information access, including empowerment, global awareness, and wider perspectives.

Negative implications of information

Drawbacks of information, such as misinformation, privacy concerns, and social division.

Formal text-based materials

Texts created by established institutions, rigorously edited, and often state-governed.

Informal text-based materials

Texts based on personal opinions, without formal editing or review.

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Visual information media

Visual resources used for learning, encompassing various formats like photos, videos, and infographics.

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Formal Visual Media

Visual media created by established organizations (like schools, government) adhering to guidelines and standards.

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Informal Visual Media

Visual media created outside of established organizations and without standard guidelines.

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Visual design elements

Components used to create visual appeal and meaning, such as lines, shapes, and colors, guiding visual attention.

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Shape

A geometric area that stands out from surrounding space, or differs through value, color, or texture. Can also be organic.

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Value

The degree of light and dark in a design, ranging from black to white, and all tones in between. Can be used with color or black and white.

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Texture

The way a surface feels or is perceived to feel. Visual texture shows peaks and valleys.

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Color

Determined by hue (color name), intensity (purity), and value (lightness/darkness). Influences visual perception and reactions.

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Form

A figure with volume and thickness. Can be implied through light and shading.

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Center of Interest

The area in a composition that most immediately grabs attention.

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Balance

A sense of visual equality in elements like shape, form, color, or value. Can be symmetrical or asymmetrical.

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Harmony

A composition using similar design elements like shapes, color scheme, and line

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Contrast (Design)

Difference in values (light/dark) creating visual discord and emphasis in a design.

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Directional Movement (Design)

Visual flow through a design using placement and position; often created using dark/light value patterns.

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Rhythm (Design)

Recurring elements in a design creating a visual flow; like a beat of music.

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Perspective (Design)

Creating the illusion of depth and 3D space in a 2D design.

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Sound Volume

Intensity of a sound.

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Sound Tone

Audible characteristic of a sound.

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Sound Pitch

How high or low a sound is.

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Sound Mixing

Combining, balancing, and controlling multiple sound elements.

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Stereo Imaging

Using left and right channels to create a sense of depth in a visual representation.

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Animation

A form of motion media that uses a sequence of images to create the illusion of movement.

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Motion Media

Visual media that displays moving images or objects.

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Video Formats

Different ways in which digital video files are encoded (e.g., MP4, AVI).

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Motion Media Speed

The rate of movement within the media, which can communicate different emotions or create effects.

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Motion Media Direction

The path or movement of objects in motion media.

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Motion Transition

A change between scenes/sections in motion media.

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Motion Media Credibility

Estimating trustworthiness of information in motion media (video).

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Social Media (Facebook)

Websites or online services where users create and consume content, with social interactions being the main feature. Examples include Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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Online Booking

Using websites or apps to search, book, and pay for services like flights, hotels, or events using a credit card.

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Mobile Apps

Software applications designed specifically for smartphones and tablets, rather than desktop computers.

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3D TV

A television display technology that creates a three-dimensional effect, giving the image depth, height, and width.

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Video Games (Multiplayer)

A game played by manipulating images on a screen, where two or more players interact and play together.

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Role-Playing Games (RPG)

A game where players take on the roles of characters in a fictional setting, making decisions and developing their characters within a narrative.

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MMORPG

A story-driven online video game where players take on the roles of characters in a virtual world and interact with many other players.

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Interactive Websites

Websites that allow users to participate actively through polls, surveys, exams, or exercises.

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Hotspot

An interactive area on a webpage that acts as a trigger to another page. It can be a circle, triangle, rectangle, or polygon.

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Rollover

A part of a webpage that changes appearance when the mouse cursor moves over it.

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Tabs

Clickable elements on a webpage, each displaying different content with a corresponding image when clicked.

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Timeline

A menu that slides out, displaying different events. Clicking on an event takes you to related information.

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Interactive Television (ITV)

Traditional television technology enhanced with interactive features, allowing viewers to issue commands and participate in actions.

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Interactive Elements

Features on a website that allow users to actively engage with the content, such as hotspots, rollovers, tabs, and timelines.

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Tracking User Behavior

Monitoring user interactions with websites, such as how many clicks they make and how long they spend on specific pages.

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Slideshow

A non-linear interactive slideshow where the user's interaction determines the pathway through the show.

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Study Notes

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)

  • MOOCs are online courses accessible to unlimited participants.
  • They offer a wide range of subjects.
  • Typically designed for large enrollments, making education more accessible.
  • Often include video lectures, interactive forums, quizzes, and peer assessments.
  • Offered by various universities and educational platforms.
  • Some MOOCs are free, others require fees for certification or extra resources.

Implications of MOOCs on Individuals

  • Access to Information: Provides access to a wealth of information (news, educational materials, research data).
  • Personal Development: Offers resources for skill development (MOOCs, tutorials, online courses).
  • Behavior and Attitudes: Media shapes perceptions, opinions, values.
    • Exposure to advertisements and social media influences.
  • Mental and Emotional Health: Media can provide entertainment and social support.
    • Excessive consumption can lead to misinformation, cyberbullying, and social media pressure.

Implications of MOOCs on Society

  • Culture and Identity: Preserves cultural heritage through documentaries, online archives, and cultural exchange programs.
  • Economy: Transforms economic landscapes, creating new jobs and industries.
    • E-commerce, remote work, digital marketing.
  • Social Relationships: Facilitates instant global connections, fostering relationships across geographical boundaries.
    • Enables communication via social media.
  • Positive Implications:
    • Empowers individuals and communities.
    • Promotes global awareness and cooperation.
    • Access to broader information and perspectives.
  • Negative Implications:
    • Misinformation spreads rapidly, causing confusion and distrust.
    • Privacy concerns arise with increased data collection and sharing.
    • Social divisions and polarization increase through filter bubbles and echo chambers.

Lesson 13 Text and Information Media

  • Text: A simple and flexible format for conveying information.
    • Can be handwritten, printed, or displayed on a screen.
    • Powerful tool for disseminating information and generating ideas.
  • Formal Text: Created and distributed by established institutions (news agencies, etc).
    • Undergoes rigorous editing and evaluation processes, often state-governed.
  • Informal Text: Personal opinions and views on different issues.
    • Often lacks formal review or editing.
  • Text Variety: Can be short (a sentence or phrase) or long (investigative reporting).
  • Text Purpose: Usually has a specific message for the target audience.

Lesson 14 Visual Information and Media

  • Visual Media: Representations of information, including abstractions, analogies, rough illustrations, and digital images.
  • Visual Message Design: Symbols conveyed through images.
  • JPEG: Compressed image format often used in digital cameras.
  • TIFF: Uncompressed image format containing detailed image data, often large file size.
  • GIF: Compressed image format with limited color range, often used in animations.
  • PNG: Open format image and better compression, often used for web images.
  • BMP: Bitmap image format commonly used in Windows, less common now.
  • Purpose of Visual Information: To attract attention, create meaning, and facilitate retention.

Visual Design Elements

  • Line: Describes a shape, outline.
  • Shape: A geometric or organic area, differing visually.
  • Value: Degree of light or dark.
  • Color: Hue, intensity (purity), and value.
  • Texture: Illusion of surfaces, smooth or rough.
  • Form: Volume and thickness, creates 3D effect.

Design Principles

  • Emphasis: Importance or value given to part of the text.
  • Appropriateness: Suitability of text to audience, purpose, and event.
  • Proximity: Closeness of text or visual elements to show relationships.
  • Alignment: Placement and positioning of text in the page
  • Organization: Creates structure for elements in a page.
  • Repetition: Consistency of elements using repeated typesets.
  • Contrast: Differences between elements for visual interest.

Lesson 15 Audio Information and Media

  • Audio media: Used to recall memories, enhance brain activity.
  • Audio helps with language learning.
  • Importance of listening skill development.
  • Audio supports distance learning.
  • Audio supports memorization with music and mnemonics.
  • Provides meaning to word and sentence comprehension
  • Hearing refers to perceiving sounds via the ears; while listening requires focus to interpret meaning.

Lesson 16 Motion Information and Media

  • Motion media: Graphics using animation and video.
  • Types: Informal, formal (used by professionals).
  • Formal Production Steps: Story writing, script writing and dialogue, drawing scenes, adding backgrounds, adding details, and choosing formats.
  • Animation formats: GIFs, Flash, Shockwave, Dynamic HTML are mentioned.
  • Video formats: MP4, DivX, MPG, 3GP, AVI, MKV, etc

Lesson 17 Manipulative Information and Media

  • Two types of manipulative media: Traditional and digital.
  • Traditional media: Used in education with hands-on materials enabling better comprehension of the lesson, often used in classrooms.
  • Digital media: Computationally enhanced versions of physical objects enabling students to expand on concepts.
  • The use of manipulative media aims at allowing students to explore certain concepts through direct manipulation enabling them to expand on concepts from direct interaction.

Interactive Media

  • Interactive Media: Programs' output depends on user input, affects program output.
    • Websites and video games commonly used for interactive use.
  • Interactive media examples: Social Media (Facebook, comments, friend requests, etc.), online booking (flights, hotels), mobile apps, 3D TVs, video games (multi-player), role-playing games, interactive websites, virtual reality, and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

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