Purposes of Visual Information in Education: Quiz and Flashcards

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Visual Information and Media in Education

Visual media and information are materials used by teachers and students to aid learning through the use, analysis, evaluation, and production of visual images.
Types of visual media include photography, video, screenshots, infographics, data visualization, comic strips/cartoons, memes, and visual note-taking.
Visual media can be formally produced by organizations like schools and government, or informally produced by individuals or groups.
The primary purpose of visual information is to gain attention, create meaning, and facilitate retention.
Examples of visual media include photography, video, screenshots, infographics, data visualization, comic strips/cartoons, memes, and visual note-taking.
Visual media encompasses symbols, pictures, icons, signs, and other forms of communication through sight.
Ideograms are graphical symbols representing ideas, such as signs, logos, and symbols.
Statistical visualization involves the study and creation of data using visual representation, including charts and graphs.
Pictures encompass photography, painting, drawing, and similar visual representations.
Visual media are used in education to aid learning, enhance understanding, and engage students.
Different forms of visual media serve different purposes in education, from presenting information to stimulating critical thinking.
Understanding the types and purpose of visual media is crucial for educators and students in leveraging visual information for effective learning.

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Learn about the various types of visual media used in education, such as photography, video, infographics, and more. Understand how visual media can aid learning through analysis, evaluation, and production of visual images.