Multimodal Texts are often live, digital text, or paper-based.

It requires the processing of more than one

method and the recognition of the interconnections between information.

 Live multimodal texts is shown through combinations of different modes such as gestural, spatial,
audio, and oral language. The following are examples of live multimodal texts:

o Dance – the expression of an idea or emotion through the use of body movements in a
rhythmic way, accompanied with music
o e-posters - or electronic posters is a digital presentation of a study and can be accessed
through the use of softwares
o Digital stories - is a multimedia presentation of a narrative structure combining a variety
of digital elements

 Paper- based multimodal texts is conveyed to the reader through varying combinations of
written language and still images. The following are examples of paper-based multimodal texts:

o Infographics - is a collection of images, charts, and data to present a quick and clear
information

o Graphic texts - presents information and data with the use of words in diagrams and
drawings

o Posters - is a large printed picture or a notice that is used for advertising or decoration
o Comics - is a medium of narration using images combined with text
o Picture - is an image or drawing that represent a certain topic

What is comparing and contrasting?

 Comparing is the process of looking at the similarities of two things or ideas with the use of
appropriate transition signals.
 Contrasting is the process of looking at the differences between two things or ideas with the
use of appropriate transition signals.

Why do we need to compare and contrast things and ideas?

 We need to compare and contrast to identify the similarities and differences between ideas.
Comparing and contrasting will help us better comprehend the issues raised or points made in
any reading passage. These skills are most especially useful when making a stand or giving
opinions. By identifying the similarities and differences between ideas, we, as readers, are able
to form our own informed and evidence-based opinions.

We must remember:

- that when comparing, aside from using in like manner and the same with, we can also use
other signal words or phrases such as: also, in the same manner, likewise, and similarly.
- that when contrasting, aside from using however and while, we can also use other signal words
or phrases such as even though, but, in contrast, nevertheless, otherwise, yet, though,
instead, and on the other hand.

After copying, please answer Assessment page 15-17 and additional activity page 18.. Thank you..