MULTIMODAL

TEXT
MELC: Compose texts which include multimodal elements
OBJECTIVES:
01 Identify multimodal elements used in given
multimodal texts

02 Characterize a multimodal text.

03 Compose texts with multimodal elements.

1. What do you think is its
message?

2. How does the

presentation of the
languages, images, and
layout of this infographic
affect the totality of the
message that the author
wants to convey?
WHAT
MULTIMODAL
TEXT IS?
MULTIMODAL
Multimodal comes from the
combination of the prefix
multi-meaning “many” and
modal an adjective form of
the word “mode”.
 MULTIMODAL TEXT
• It combines two or more communication
modes such as written language, spoken
language, and visual which can be in a
form of still and moving images, audio,
gestural, and spatial to create meaning.
SEMIOTIC SYSTEMS
The use of signs and symbols
to convey meaning.
• Linguistic
• Visual
• Audio (Aural)
• Gestural
• Spatial
 MULTIMODAL TEXT
The use of signs and symbols to communicate
information such as letters and words,
drawings, pictures, videos, audio sounds,
music, facial gestures, and design of space and
combine them together to create material or
presentation either live, digital, or print
FIVE SEMIOTIC SYSTEMS
1. LINGUISTIC
a. Vocabulary- words to convey a message
b. Metaphor refers to technological figurative
languages such as recycle bin, desktop, and
window.
c. Structure-the organization of presentation d.
Various modes refer to auditory, print, video,
graphics, and animation.
FIVE SEMIOTIC SYSTEMS
2. VISUAL

a. Color used to express mood, emotion, and cultural

significance
b. Perspective conveys depth and dimension
c. Vectors refer to directional lines and focus attention
d. Foreground is giving power by positioning.
e. Background means creating the setting or the scene.
FIVE SEMIOTIC SYSTEMS
3. AUDIO

a. Voice can be electronic, own voice, or natural

speech.
b. Music may be selected or composed music.
c. Sound Effects can also be selected or created
sounds.
FIVE SEMIOTIC SYSTEMS
4. GESTURAL

a. Behavioral refers to gestures

b. Senses use in creating an atmosphere
c. Body Control refers to positioning and
movement
d. Emotion used to show feeling
e. Kinesics - body movements to communicate.
FIVE SEMIOTIC SYSTEMS
5. SPATIAL
a. Ecosystem interaction of all components
b. Geographical layout and landscape
c. Architectural construction, composition, and
organization
Source: Hill,2009, p. 366 retrieved from
https://educatingwithmultiliteracies.worpress.com/2017/05/14/may-the-force-be-withwith-you-
makingsense-of-semiotic-systems- /#more-112
 TYPES OF MULTIMODAL TEXTS
● A PICTURE BOOK

The textual and visual elements are arranged on individual pages that
contribute to an overall set of bound pages.
● A WEBPAGE

The elements of sound effects, oral language, written language,

music, and still and moving images are combined.
● A LIVE BALLET PERFORMANCE
The gesture, music, and space are the main element.
Source: (M Anstey, G Bull, 2010) retrieved from
http://www.curriculum.edu.au/leader/helping_teacher_to_explore_multimodal_texts, 31522.html? %20issue%20ID=1214
 HOW TO COMPOSE MULTIMODAL TEXT?
1. Apply Visual Concepts
These basic elements are:
a. Space. This gives you an idea of how to balance text and images in
your output. Considering the space would allow you to identify the
position of text and images for emphasis.

b. Color. Use color combinations that are not invasive to the viewers or
readers. Use it to emphasize specific meaning and highlight ideas.

c. Shapes. Look for shapes that would be relevant and make sense so it
becomes an authentic part of the text.
 HOW TO COMPOSE MULTIMODAL TEXT?
1. Apply Visual Concepts
These basic elements are:

d. Lines. Different types of lines when used in creating multimodal text,

stress a word or a phrase. It also creates divisions among the different
parts of the text or creates visual patterns.

e. Font. Select font size and style that are easy to read. It adds value to
your text and helps readers/viewers to perceive information from the text.
 HOW TO COMPOSE MULTIMODAL TEXT?

2. Know your purpose

In creating text with different features that
add to the meaning of the text, think of the
purpose of why it was created. It should
convey to the reader the aim of the text.
Does it inform, entertain, or persuade?
 HOW TO COMPOSE MULTIMODAL TEXT?

3. Identify your audience

Considering the type of audience, you are
producing the text for, gives an idea of
what specific language you will use, for
example, children are more attracted to
bigger fonts and playful shapes so the
plain text should be avoided.
Source: Mendoza, J. Rafael Angel, 2020. Teaching & Learning with Multimodal Text. Accessed at https://youtu.be/orAVfNmdFEM
WHY IS MULTIMODAL
TEXT IMPORTANT?
 IMPORTANCE OF MULTIMODAL TEXT
• It improves your comprehension.
• It increases your motivation and
interaction.
• It allows you to express your
creativity by navigating multiple
modes.
 Determine the type of modes using the pictures
ACTIVITY: given.
ACTIVITY 1: Determine
given.
the type of modes using the pictures
 Determine the type of modes using the pictures
ACTIVITY 1: given.
 Determine the type of modes using the pictures
ACTIVITY 1: given.
 Determine the type of modes using the pictures
ACTIVITY 1: given.
 Give the proper meaning or interpretation
ACTIVITY 2: of the given emojis.
PERFORMANCE TASK 4: Collaborative Task
With your groupmates, create a webpage showing your own
multimodal texts. Choose any topic that you want. Make sure
to observe the basic elements in creating multimodal texts.

Submission of your output is on January 18, 2023. You have

to submit only the accessible URL of your webpage. Please
indicate the name of your groupmates on the webpage.