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Which illegal activity can be facilitated by the internet?
Which illegal activity can be facilitated by the internet?
What is a potential risk of sharing personal information online?
What is a potential risk of sharing personal information online?
What term describes the fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information disguised as a trustworthy entity?
What term describes the fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information disguised as a trustworthy entity?
What is a challenge associated with the rapid access to information on the internet?
What is a challenge associated with the rapid access to information on the internet?
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How does technology impact traditional information-gathering methods according to some views?
How does technology impact traditional information-gathering methods according to some views?
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Which of the following represents a misuse of the internet related to social issues?
Which of the following represents a misuse of the internet related to social issues?
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What aspect must apply to both traditional media and the internet?
What aspect must apply to both traditional media and the internet?
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Which is a common way users inadvertently give personal information online?
Which is a common way users inadvertently give personal information online?
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What is the purpose of Digital Diplomacy?
What is the purpose of Digital Diplomacy?
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Which of the following methods can teachers use to effectively conduct lessons, even with limited resources?
Which of the following methods can teachers use to effectively conduct lessons, even with limited resources?
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What do social media platforms allow organizations to do in terms of communication?
What do social media platforms allow organizations to do in terms of communication?
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What is an alternative term for E-Diplomacy?
What is an alternative term for E-Diplomacy?
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Which of the following is NOT a form of media mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a form of media mentioned?
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How do foreign ministries and embassies utilize social media?
How do foreign ministries and embassies utilize social media?
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What does a massive open online course (MOOC) represent?
What does a massive open online course (MOOC) represent?
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Which of the following best describes the key advantage of using social media for spreading information?
Which of the following best describes the key advantage of using social media for spreading information?
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What does proximity refer to in the context of text design?
What does proximity refer to in the context of text design?
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Which of the following describes alignment in text design?
Which of the following describes alignment in text design?
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What is the primary aim of organization in text layout?
What is the primary aim of organization in text layout?
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What does texture in text design refer to?
What does texture in text design refer to?
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How does color influence text design?
How does color influence text design?
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Which statement best defines repetition in design?
Which statement best defines repetition in design?
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What does justification in text alignment mean?
What does justification in text alignment mean?
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What is the significance of color intensity in design?
What is the significance of color intensity in design?
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What is the main purpose of crowd manipulation in advertising?
What is the main purpose of crowd manipulation in advertising?
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Which technique is NOT typically associated with crowd manipulation?
Which technique is NOT typically associated with crowd manipulation?
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What aspect of propaganda can negatively affect an opponent's image?
What aspect of propaganda can negatively affect an opponent's image?
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Which of the following promotional strategies is likely to mislead consumers?
Which of the following promotional strategies is likely to mislead consumers?
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How does advertising often create the illusion of high demand for a product?
How does advertising often create the illusion of high demand for a product?
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What is libel as defined in the provided content?
What is libel as defined in the provided content?
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Which of the following best describes citizen journalism?
Which of the following best describes citizen journalism?
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What challenge is associated with the spread of media?
What challenge is associated with the spread of media?
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What is the legal implication of libel according to the Philippine constitution?
What is the legal implication of libel according to the Philippine constitution?
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What is piracy in the context of media and information?
What is piracy in the context of media and information?
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How can online shopping benefit consumers?
How can online shopping benefit consumers?
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What distinguishes slander from libel?
What distinguishes slander from libel?
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Which of the following is NOT a form of citizen journalism?
Which of the following is NOT a form of citizen journalism?
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What is the primary purpose of mixing in sound design?
What is the primary purpose of mixing in sound design?
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Which of the following best describes non-linear sound?
Which of the following best describes non-linear sound?
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What is a cross-fade in sound design?
What is a cross-fade in sound design?
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What does 'fade to black' refer to in sound design?
What does 'fade to black' refer to in sound design?
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Which characteristic of motion media allows it to convey messages to many people at once?
Which characteristic of motion media allows it to convey messages to many people at once?
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What is an example of a transition type in sound design?
What is an example of a transition type in sound design?
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What differentiates informal motion media production from formal production?
What differentiates informal motion media production from formal production?
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What is a characteristic of linear sound in comparison to non-linear sound?
What is a characteristic of linear sound in comparison to non-linear sound?
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Study Notes
Opportunities, Challenges, Threats, and Risks in Media and Information
- Modern professionals, students, and adults use online resources for research, making research simpler. Traditional methods may be more effective for some.
- The internet offers significant potential for development, providing unparalleled information and knowledge, impacting expression and participation.
- Freedom of expression and human rights are essential in traditional and online media platforms.
- Digitalization and device accessibility increased information resources for individuals.
- The internet provides many opportunities for education and economic growth.
- Online marketing is crucial for business success due to wider audience reach leading to higher sales. Technology is vital in education, for convenient information sharing and online classes.
- The internet is defined as a global computer network providing information and communication.
Threats and Risks of Media and Information
- The Philippine Constitution guarantees freedom of opinion and expression, allowing individuals to communicate freely.
- Citizens are entitled to freedom of expression while exercising empathy in communication, and adhering to the legal use of this freedom.
- Legal actions address abuse or misuse of media causing harm to others.
- Libel is a false statement damaging someone's reputation, written or broadcast, in violation of Article 355, Revised Penal Code. Slander is spoken defamatory language.
- Piracy is the unauthorized duplication of copyrighted content, often sold cheaply in unauthorized markets.
Cybercrime Law
- Cybercrime Prevention Act (RA 10175) addresses various online issues including identity theft, child pornography, data misuse and other computer or internet practices.
- This law sparked controversy regarding the criminalization of online libel and restrictions on freedom of expression in 2012-2013.
Media Innovation
- Media innovation encompasses changes in media platforms and business models affecting education, society, economics, and politics.
- This includes improvements in media associated with telephones, computers, and the internet, impacting virtual worlds, websites, games, and human-computer interactions.
Influence of Media in Education
- Media plays a critical role in understanding current societal issues. It enhances classroom learning and expands the learning environment.
- Various media forms, like short films, articles, blogs, can be used to reinforce concepts and start discussions.
Societal Influence
- In the 21st century, media is unavoidable. People are increasingly connected, leading to camaraderie and interaction.
- Media is essential for today's society influencing how we communicate, gain information, and do business.
- Modern media forms have replaced older formats (magazines, newspapers, books) due to technology advancements.
Economic Influence
- Ordinary individuals can now offer products/services online, adding to their income and impacting national economic stability.
- Various online jobs (e.g., online English tutor, online artist, product reviewer) have been created. Media has made online operations cheaper for businesses.
Political Influence
- Filipinos are connected by the internet, improving public communication for government figures and businesses.
- Social media supports foreign ministries, embassies, and the concept of digital diplomacy. Effective use of technology can support foreign policy objectives.
Current and Future Trends in Media and Information
- Smartwatches and smartglasses connect to smartphones for convenience, offering varied capabilities and functions.
- 3D environments utilize technology to replicate the physical world offering educational value through simulation and recreation of aspects of the real world.
- Health tracking and sports watches capture data, providing insights into daily activity.
- Virtual Reality (VR) headsets provide realistic virtual environments for immersive experiences.
- 3D printing produces objects layer by layer through data processing, offering design flexibility.
- Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) offer wider access to education.
Creators of Text Information
- Writers, authors, contributors, and columnists produce varying types of written content.
- Readers are influenced by written materials.
- Professional writers and editors contribute to the development and review of texts.
Types of Typefaces
- Serif typefaces (e.g., Times New Roman, Garamond) are common in books, due to readability when printed over extended periods.
- Sans serif typefaces (e.g., Arial, Helvetica) convey a clean, modern look.
- Slab serif typefaces (e.g., Rockwell) feature heaviness and are useful for large signage and headings.
- Script typefaces (e.g., Edwardian, Vladimir) feature more artistic style.
- Decorative typefaces (e.g., Chiller) are designed for visual appeal.
Visual Information and Media
- Visual information uses images, graphics, and creative representations to convey ideas and emotions.
- Visual media tools are used in education and learning to improve the effectiveness of delivery and presentation of content.
- Visual design principles (e.g., alignment, organization, repetition, contrast) improve visual appeal, comprehensibility, and engagement of the audience.
- Principles of composition (balance, harmony, contrast, direction) are important to visual information.
Audio Information and Media
- Audio refers to sounds, recordings, music.
- Various audio file formats (e.g., MP3, M4A, WAV, WMA) and storage methods (e.g., cassette tapes, CDs, USB drives) exist.
- Audio is relevant for educational purposes (e.g., podcasts, audiobooks) expanding learning and accessibility.
- Audio characteristics like volume, tone, and pitch influence listener perceptions.
Motion Information and Media
- Motion media are moving images and multimedia combining visual and audio elements.
- Motion media utilizes frames, which are displayed consecutively to create an impression of movement.
- Animation techniques (e.g., flipbooks, storyboards) are used to produce motion media.
- Formal and informal production approaches (e.g. film, television) exist for motion media.
Sources of Motion Media
- Internet, studios, broadcasting channels, and libraries are sources to create motion media.
- Media can be accessed through different means depending on the format and source.
Manipulative Information and Media
- Manipulative media is characterized by influencing user perceptions and behaviors for specific outcomes.
- Techniques include strategies based in crowd psychology, and deliberate information presentation.
- Manipulation can involve influencing public opinion, generating a false image of a person or product, and encouraging impulsive consumption.
- Media formats such as marketing and advertisement, public relations, and celebrity endorsements can employ manipulative tactics and information distortions.
Public Relations (PR) and Gatekeeping
- PR firms build relationships between clients and the public using media outlets to benefit reputation and public acceptance.
- Gatekeeping refers to media control of information, where some information may be selected, suppressed, or manipulated.
- Tactics like presenting one-sided information, suppressing negative information, and using prominent figures as endorsers, are manipulation methods designed to influence public opinion.
- Hoaxes can also be considered manipulation of information.
Consumer Confusion
- Consumer confusion exists when the market has similar products with different branding, or when advertisements present multiple offers, promotions, or choices that create uncertainty and hinder the purchase decision.
Crowd Manipulation
- Crowd manipulation is the deliberate application of principles of crowd psychology.
- Strategies to achieve this include use of testimonials, pseudo-surveys, or staged events to influence purchasing decisions.
Propaganda
- Propaganda is information or ideas spread to promote, and gain support for an idea or cause, or to discredit an opposing cause.
- Advertising or PR firms often employ propaganda to favorably portray their clients, and present an unfavorable image of their competitors.
Celebrity Endorsements
- Product or service endorsements by celebrities can significantly influence consumer decisions.
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Explore the various opportunities and challenges presented by modern media and information. This quiz delves into the impact of digitalization on education, business, and human rights, as well as the threats posed in the online landscape. Test your knowledge on how technology shapes our access to resources and communication.