In this module you will discover the impact of media and develop fundamental skills to relay a message effectively using various forms of media. You will begin by researching the various types of media and how they can be effectively used, as well as determining which type of media is effective in a particular situation.
Media & You
Media & You
Characteristics of Media Types
DOES MEDIA AFFECT ME?
Online Scavenger Hunt - Assignment
1)Use the Google Classroom to access a digital copy of "Assignment #1 - Media & You"
2) Using various resources complete the questions and save your document.
3) Click the "Turn In" button. You're done! Move forward onto the next assignment
1)Use the Google Classroom to access a digital copy of "Assignment #1 - Media & You"
2) Using various resources complete the questions and save your document.
3) Click the "Turn In" button. You're done! Move forward onto the next assignment
MEDIA MESSAGES
Media can be used to influence consumers and public opinion on a wide variety of topics (economics, politics, environment, social norms). The evolution of media has become an integral part of our daily reality.
Media has evolved from simple print to the more recent interactive mobile form which can be used to track and promote our daily activities. Media must be able to engage with an audience but the recipient of any form of communication must be aware that they could be a potential target of media manipulation. Therefore, to be better prepared we need to learn how to interpret the messages that we receive and evaluate how we make decisions about our daily lives.
Watch the following video about the use of emotion to convey a message using visual media within advertising:
Media has evolved from simple print to the more recent interactive mobile form which can be used to track and promote our daily activities. Media must be able to engage with an audience but the recipient of any form of communication must be aware that they could be a potential target of media manipulation. Therefore, to be better prepared we need to learn how to interpret the messages that we receive and evaluate how we make decisions about our daily lives.
Watch the following video about the use of emotion to convey a message using visual media within advertising:
Recent studies indicate that certain forms of Media can be a negative influence on our brains. The following video outlines some of the negative platforms that can influence our brains in a negative manner: RSPH - Royal Society of Public Health
ASSIGNMENT #2
1. Go to the Google Classroom and open your copy of Assignment #2 - Interpret and Analysis of Media Messages (Assignment 2)
2. Complete the assignment and create a formal presentation (Google Slides)
3. Include Sources.
4. Upload your completed presentation to the Google Classroom.
5. That's It! Move onto the next assignment.
1. Go to the Google Classroom and open your copy of Assignment #2 - Interpret and Analysis of Media Messages (Assignment 2)
2. Complete the assignment and create a formal presentation (Google Slides)
3. Include Sources.
4. Upload your completed presentation to the Google Classroom.
5. That's It! Move onto the next assignment.
