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Text Information and Media  Text Information Text information can be writer in script using the Roman alphabet or a different script that is appropriate to the language of the reader.  Creators of Text Information Readers are influenced and persuaded by the power of written word...

Text Information and Media  Text Information Text information can be writer in script using the Roman alphabet or a different script that is appropriate to the language of the reader.  Creators of Text Information Readers are influenced and persuaded by the power of written words. A reputable and well-organized material or written work is a collective effort between writers and members of the editorial team. Below are the several kinds of writers  Author However, there is a difference in the focus of their writing. Usually, an author writes stories or articles that are lengthy, like a novel. They are also connected to scholarly works, such as general reference materials or a textbooks. An author is someone whose work has already been published  Writer a writer is more associated with writing literary works like poems and short stories. A writer is usually a person who writes stories or articles as an occupation, like a journalist, blogger or screenwriter  Contributor Like a writer, the contributor spends time writing articles about topics that are of particular interest. Contributors can only submit articles depending on the theme or space available  Columnist Someone who writes and shares his opinion, insights, and commentaries about social or political issues. In a newspaper or a magazine, articles written by columnists appear on a regular basis.  Blogger a blogger is someone who writes personal opinions on topics or issues that interest them. Their work can be seen and read in online journals or websites.  Editor Someone who coordinates with the author or writer in planning, reviewing, and revising content for publication. In addition, an editor’s task is to coordinate with the layout artists to ensure that all corrections are carried out from start to end.  Publisher someone who is responsible for preparing, acquiring, and managing a publication. The publisher works with a team of writers, authors, and layout artists and decides on the type and theme of the material to be published.  Classifications of Text Information The different sources of text information was presented in the previous section. Print media, such as books, newspapers, and magazines contain various information. Text information is classified into two: fiction and nonfiction. Fiction – This refers to stories that are products of the writer’s imagination. Nonfiction – Text information is classified as nonfiction if it is based on facts and reality Assessing and Evaluating Text Information The following criteria should be considered in assessing and evaluating text information. 1. Accuracy and Factuality. Text information should be precise and must be based on facts. It should be thoroughly researched, and the data should be based on valid findings. 2. Objectivity. Text information should not contain any biases, prejudice, or discrimination. If the material contains information favoring any side or groups, each must be discussed fairly and exhaustively. 3. Language appropriateness. The level and kind of language should be appropriate for the target audience or readers. Types of Typefaces Serif connotes formality and readability in large number of texts. This font is usually used for the body text of books, newspaper, magazines and research publication. Also, serif fonts give a classic or elegant look when used for title or heading. Examples: Times New Roman, Garamond, Baskerville Sans Serif brings a clean or minimalist look to the text. This font is used for clear and direct meaning of text such as road signage, building direction or nutrition facts food packages. Also, sans serif fonts give a modern look and is used primarily in webpage design. Examples: Arial, Helvetica, Tahoma, Verdana, Calibri Design Principles and Elements  Emphasis | Refers to the importance or value given to a part of the text-based content. To make a point or highlighting a message, you can make the text bold, italicized, have a heavier weight, darkened or lightened  Appropriateness Refers to how fitting or suitable the text is used for a specific audience, purpose or event. Refer to the discussion of the characteristics of the fonts. When it comes to large body text, the font should be clear enough to read  Proximity Refers to how near or how far are the text elements from each other  Proximity When two things are closely related, we bring them close together.  Alignment Refers to how the text is positioned in the page. This can be left, right, center or justified.  Organization refers to a conscious effort to organize the different text elements in a page Organization ensures that while some text elements are separated from each other (based on the principle of proximity), they are still somehow connected with the rest of the elements in the page. Repetition Repetition encourages the use of repeating some typefaces within the page. When several typefaces are used on a page; it might distract the audience and fail to communicate what you want them to get from the content  Contrast Contrast is achieved when two elements are different from each other To strike a balance, do not also use just a single typeface for a visual design product