MIL Flashcards
A set of competencies that empowers citizens to access, retrieve, understand, evaluate and use, create, and
share information and media content critically, ethically, and effectively.
Media and Information Literacy (MIL)
Means and resources being used for creating, delivering, sharing, and processing information.
Media
Defined as a source of credible information where
content is provided through an editorial process
determined by journalistic values and where editorial accountability can be attributed to an organization or
legal person.
Media
The channel and means of communication and transfer
of information
Media
2 examples of Media
Traditional Media and Mass Media
this type of media refers to our relatives and family
Traditional media
This type of media refers to television and radio
Mass Media
This is the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media in a variety of forms.
Media Literacy
a broad term that covers processed data; knowledge
derived from study, experience, instruction, signals, or
symbols.
Information
is dispatched, received, and processed through various
channels depending on the context.
Information
the ability to recognize when
information is needed, as well as locate, evaluate, and
effectively communicate information in its various
formats.
information literacy
refers to facts, figures, and values
data
the ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, and compute using written or unwritten
materials associated with varying contexts
literacy
refers to an individual’s ability to receive, assess, process, share, and create information effectively, ethically, and properly for the purpose of expressing
oneself, interacting with others, and contributing to
society
Literacy
Synthesized tools that serve to apply knowledge or
technique to perform tasks and obtain specific results.
technology
This is also called “new media” that is commonly known as
the Internet. It is one of the most valuable innovations
of the 20th century
Technology
the ability of an individual to use
technological tools responsibly, appropriately, and
effectively. With these tools, an individual can access, manage, integrate, evaluate, create, and communicate information.
technology literacy
What are the characteristics of a Media and Information Literate
Individual
Technology Savvy
Independently
Respond per situation
Critical with information
Content Knowledge
Considerate
A characteristic of a Media and Information Literate people to process digital or printed texts of
varying complexity, discuss and elaborate their
ideas with others.
Independently
A characteristic of a Media and Information Literate to acquire, process, share, and translate deep
information about their fields.
Content Knowledge
A characteristic of a Media and Information literate person that can adjust the way they communicate with others
depending on the audience, task, purpose, discipline, and other demands.
Responds per situation
A characteristic of a Media and Information literate to critique the content, delivery, and progressing of data.
Critical with Information
A characteristic of media and information literate person to be capable; they effectively make use of
technology and new media in a way that is highly
advantageous.
Technology Savvy
This is a characteristic of a media and information literate that acknowledge, understand, and respect others’ perspectives and cultures.
Considerate
What are the 4 ages of Evolution of Media
Pre-Historic Era
Ancient Era
Industrial Era
Electronic Era
What year is the Pre-Historic Era?
200,000 BCE - 4,000 BCE
what year is Ancient Era?
3,000 BCE - 100 CE
What year is Industrial Era?
1440 - 1890
What year is Electronic Era?
1906 - Present
An era where humans made use of pigments from plants to not
write but draw
Pre-Historic Era
An era where humans made use of paper and formed an alphabet to
communicate better. Culture was better recorded and
passed on between generations.
Ancient Era
With the rise of the this evolution and
insurgence of steam powered machines, different types
of media were invented. The way information was
stored and shared changed greatly, wherein humans
could now reach larger audiences.
Industrial Era
This era evolution is where mass communication became popular and geographic
limitations were completely overcome.
electronic Era
Give 3 examples of Pre-Historic Era
Dances, Cave paintings, stone tools, body art, and Petroglyphs
Give 3 examples of media Ancient Era
Alphabets, paper, writing, and drama
Give 3 examples of media in Industrial Era
phonograph, telegraph, disk player, film, printing press, type writer, and dry plates
Give 3 examples of Media in Electronic Era
Television, Computer, Radio, Washing Machine, Internet, and Mobile phones
This is an era of media evolution where llustrations, dances, and oral communication were the
key channels of information.
Pre-Historic Era
What are the different types of Media according to means and transfer?
(1) Print Media
(2) Outdoor media
(3) Broadcast Media
(4) Digital Media
A type of media that involves the use of a physical media
(usually paper) and is distributed by a publishing.
Print Media
A type of media that is specific to out-of- home
advertising.
Outdoor Media
The most effective type of media that transmits
information immediately to its audience.
Broadcast Media
A type of media that makes use of one of the most
innovative and effective technologies— the Internet.
Digital Media
Give 3 examples of Print Media
newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, books, and flyers
Give 3 examples of Outdoor media
billboards, road signs, posters, and mobile
billboards
Give 3 examples of Broadcast Media
radio, television, speaker, and telephone
Give 3 examples of Digital Media
blogs, online news, social media, virtual reality, video games, Web pages, applications, and databases
It is how media is conveyed to the
audience. It is achieved through the use of signs and
symbols.
Media Language
What are five (5) types of media languages:
(1) Visual Language
(2) Aural Language
(3) Written Language
(4) Verbal Language
(5) Non Verbal Language
The use of imagery, how a scene is
framed, and how it is lit all contribute to this
language. What can be seen on screen has been chosen
to generate specific reactions or emotions from the
audience.
Visual Language
This refers to body language, actions, gestures, and movements done by the
characters. The audience will infer the message based
on the actions themselves.
Non-verbal Language
This refers to the sound of a scene
or environment which determines the mood and setting
of what is being portrayed. It can be either a diegetic or non- diegetic.
Aural Language
sound whose source can be seen on-screen
diegetic
the source of the sound is cannot be seen on-screen
Non-diegetic
It is how the language is delivered
and the context in which it is being used. These are the
key factors being considered when generating a reaction
or emotion from the audience.
Verbal Language
Printed words, phrases, or
captions are chosen specifically to generate reactions or
emotions from the audience.
Written Language
These are the signs and symbols used in media to
communicate ideas to the audience, producers, and stakeholders.
Media Codes
Refer to how equipment is being used to
communicate information. These focus on how an
object is used to drive the message across.
Technical codes
Examples of these are camera angles, mood lighting.
Technical Codes
refer to aspects which do not make use
of equipment but are used to help communicate the
message. They show what cannot be seen directly.
Symbolic Codes
Examples of these codes would be language, attire, and
movement of characters
Symbolic Codes
refers to how an equipment is used but also to a
feature which helps communicate the message
indirectly
Code
This is an example of code that can be technical and symbolic
Music
are the rules or generally accepted
ways of constructing form and informing meaning in
media
Media Conventions
Give 5 examples of Technical Codes
Camerawork
Editing
Audio
Lighting
Sound
Special effects
Give 5 examples of symbolic codes
Setting
Acting
Color
Mise en scene
Visual composition
Give 5 examples of Conventions
Story principles
Character and story arc
Form and structure
Cause and effect
Point of view
Secluded locations
Structure of time
Threat is in frame but is
not seen by character
Elements of page layout
Titles and credit sequences
Framing of images
These are areas where literary, musical, artistic, or reference materials (such as books, manuscripts, recordings, or films) are kept for use but not for sale. Libraries make use of a physical catalogue that contains
all the resources available.
Library
What ate the 4 categories of Libraries
(1) Academic Libraries
(2) School Libraries
(3) Public Libraries
(4) Special Libraries
caters to universities and colleges. Resources in academic libraries are catered to the
multiple fields that the university or college offers.
Academic Libraries
contain general resources that students
from Kinder up to Senior High School need. Additionally, these libraries include books that are for leisure and
entertainment, such as novels, magazines, and
newspapers.
School Libraries
It is a free library to encourage the art
and habit of reading and learning. Resources are often
from voluntary donations by individuals or organizations. A local government unit may also fund this type of
library in obtaining new and updated resources.
Public Libraries
house materials for fields of study that
require specific resources. These are often found in hospitals, churches, museums, private businesses, etc.
Special Libraries
It is based on the culture, needs,
interests, aspirations, and history of the place of origin. The medium of transfer is often traditional and
unwritten.
Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous knowledge can be passed down using the
following media
(1) Traditional media
(2) Gatherings and social events
(3) Direct observation
(4) Records (written, illustrated, carved)
(5) Oral instruction
sources that provide information immediately, in
abundance, and with great diversity.
Internet and Mass media
Who published or shared this information?
Is the author credible based on his/her background? Is
s/he knowledgeable in the field to share such
information?
Authorship
Through what channel or medium is
the information being shared through? Is the publishing
body unbiased and objective? Is it well known for
supplying accurate information?
Publishing Body
Were sources and
references provided? Did they come from reliable
sources? Is the number of sources justifiable for the
amount and level of information being shared?
Accuracy and Verifiability
How relevant is the resource? Does it still
apply to today’s culture, information, and advancements?
For academic sources, is it within the three (3) to five (5)
year range?
Currency
What are the 4 information Process?
(1) Topic, Question, Rationale
(2) Determine Information needs
(3) Develop Search Terms
(4) Evaluate Resources
The process where we develop our question and the rationale for the topic
topic, question, rationale
This information Process refers about primary (new evidences) , secondary (altered data), and tertiary sources (compilation form)
Determine Information needs
This is an information process where we search statements and tips (library & internet)
Develop Search Terms
This information process refers to the accuracy, Author, Currency, Fairness, and Relevance
Evaluate Sources
is the act of taking another person’s writing, conversation, song, or even idea and passing it off as
your own
Plagiarism
It is a guide used to write papers and for citing sources
in humanities, literature, and liberal arts.
Modern Language Association (MLA)
traditional and
unwritten.
Indigenous knowledge can be passed down using the
following media:
Traditional media
Gatherings and social events
Direct observation
Records (written, illustrated, carved)
Oral instruction
Internet and mass media – sources that provide information immediately, in
abundance, and with great diversity. Authorship – Who published or shared this information?
Is the author credible based on his/her background? Is
s/he knowledgeable in the field to share such
information?
Publishing Body – Through what channel or medium is
the information being shared through? Is the publishing
body unbiased and objective? Is it well
It is a style that is commonly used to cite various sources
from natural and social sciences.
American Psychological Association (APA)
This style
presents bibliographic information in footnotes or
endnotes and, usually, a bibliography.
Turubian
It is designed to protect intellectual
property.
Copyright law
