Module 10: Dimensions of Media

Question 1

Information that is socially shared and is objective, driven by facts and actual
events.

Answer 1

Formal Information

Question 2

Information that is unsocial., opinionated and subjective.

Answer 2

Informal Information

Question 3

6 Media Dimensions

Answer 3

1. Text Media
2. Visual Media
3. Audio Media
4. Motion Media
5. Manipulative Media
6. Multimedia

Question 4

A simple and flexible way of conveying ideas.

FORMAL SOURCES:Published books, research papers

INFORMAL SOURCES:Blogs, personal emails

Answer 4

Text Media

Question 5

Media that appeals to sight and is used for illustration

FORMAL SOURCES: Professional graphics, educational materials

INFORMAL SOURCES: Memes, edited personal photos

Answer 5

Visual Media

Question 6

Sound-based media used for communication

FORMAL SOURCES: News broadcasts podcasts from verified sources

INFORMAL SOURCES: Voice notes, personal audio blogs

Answer 6

Audio Media

Question 7

Visual media that gives the appearance of movement

FORMAL SOURCES: Documentaries, professional movies

INFORMAL SOURCES: TikTok videos, home recordings

Answer 7

Motion Media

Question 8

Media that allows interaction and engagement

FORMAL SOURCES: Educational institutions. reliable organizations

INFORMAL SOURCES: Online communities, DIY interactive content

Answer 8

Manipulative Media

Question 9

A combination of text, audio, visuals, motion. and interaction

FORMAL SOURCES: Online courses, professional websites

INFORMAL SOURCES: Personal viogs social media posts

Answer 9

Multimedia

Question 10

Importance of Media Literacy

Answer 10

•Understanding how media is created and distributed

•Analyzing credibility and reliability

•Avoiding misinformation