Understanding the Dimensions of Information and Media

Objective: Students will be able to describe the different dimensions of text information and media, visual
information and media, audio information and media, motion information and media, manipulative information and
media, and multimedia information and media using authentic examples or materials.

Warm Up:
1. What is the importance of using appropriate emphasis in text information and media?
2. How can line and shape influence the meaning of visual information and media?

Key Vocabulary:
1. Emphasis: The use of techniques to highlight important information.
2. Alignment: The arrangement of elements in a way that creates a sense of order or harmony.
3. Tone: The emotional quality or atmosphere conveyed through audio information and media.
4. Value: The lightness or darkness of a color in visual information and media.
5. Speed: The rate at which objects or elements move in motion information and media.
6. Manipulative: Objects or tools that can be physically handled or interacted with.

Exploring the Dimensions of Information and Media

1. Text Information and Media:

Text information and media refer to the use of written language to convey information. Emphasis, appropriateness,
and alignment are crucial factors in effectively communicating through text. By using techniques such as bold or
italicized text, authors can draw attention to important information or create a sense of hierarchy.

2. Visual Information and Media:

Visual information and media involve the use of images, shapes, colors, and other visual elements to convey
messages. Line and shape play a significant role in visual communication. For example, vertical lines can convey
stability, while circular shapes can suggest unity or harmony. Tone and value also contribute to the overall impact of
visual information and media.

3. Audio Information and Media:

Audio information and media utilize sound to convey messages or evoke emotions. Sound effects, transitions, and
pace are important elements in audio communication. By choosing appropriate sound effects and adjusting the pace,
creators can enhance the impact and effectiveness of audio media.

4. Motion Information and Media:

Motion information and media involve the use of movement to convey meaning or capture attention. Speed,
direction, and timing are key factors in motion communication. For instance, fast-paced movements can create a
sense of excitement or urgency, while slow and deliberate movements can evoke a feeling of calmness.

5. Manipulative Information and Media:

Manipulative information and media refer to physical objects or tools that students can interact with to enhance
their understanding. For example, using manipulatives like blocks or counters can help students visualize and solve
mathematical problems.

6. Multimedia Information and Media:

Multimedia information and media combine various forms of communication, such as text, images, audio, and video,
to convey a message. Authentic examples of multimedia include newspapers, advertisements, animated LED
billboards, films, photographs, charts, Facebook, and online games. Analyzing these examples helps students
understand how different media are used to convey information effectively.
Activity 1: Questions to Ponder
Direction: Please answer the questions provided below by writing your response on a single sheet of paper.
1. How can the use of emphasis in text information and media enhance understanding?
2. Give an example of how line and shape can be used in visual information and media to convey meaning.
3. Explain the importance of sound effects in audio information and media.
4. How does speed affect the impact of motion information and media?
5. Provide an example of manipulative information and media used in a classroom setting.
6. Analyze a multimedia example and identify the different forms of media used to convey the message.

Activity 2: Writing Prompt

Imagine you are creating a poster to raise awareness about the importance of recycling. Explain how you would use
text information, visual information, and audio information to convey your message effectively. Be sure to consider
the dimensions of each type of media and how they can contribute to the overall impact.

Rubrics for both activities:

Synchronous Evaluation:
1. Which of the following is NOT a crucial factor in effectively communicating through text information and
media?
a) Emphasis
b) Appropriateness
c) Alignment
d) Font size
Answer: d) Font size

2. What role do vertical lines typically convey in visual communication?

a) Stability
b) Movement
c) Chaos
d) Flexibility
Answer: a) Stability

3. Which of the following is an important element in audio communication?

a) Color
b) Texture
c) Sound effects
d) Shape
Answer: c) Sound effects

4. What is a key factor in motion communication?

a) Color
b) Texture
c) Speed
d) Shape
Answer: c) Speed

5. What do manipulative information and media refer to?

a) Written language
b) Physical objects or tools
c) Sound effects
d) Images
Answer: b) Physical objects or tools

6. Which of the following combines various forms of communication to convey a message?

a) Text information and media
b) Visual information and media
c) Multimedia information and media
d) Audio information and media
Answer: c) Multimedia information and media

7. What can authors use to draw attention to important information in text information and media?
a) Sound effects
b) Bold or italicized text
c) Images
d) Color
Answer: b) Bold or italicized text
8. What contributes to the overall impact of visual information and media?
a) Sound effects
b) Tone and value
c) Font size
d) Alignment
Answer: b) Tone and value

9. What can creators use to enhance the impact and effectiveness of audio media?
a) Images
b) Pace and sound effects
c) Font size
d) Alignment
Answer: b) Pace and sound effects

10. What helps students visualize and solve mathematical problems in manipulative information and
media?
a) Charts
b) Sound effects
c) Physical objects or tools
d) Text
Answer: c) Physical objects or tools