Multimodal Literacy

Question 1

What are the six patterns of development that you have learnt?

Answer 1

Problem/Solution
Classification/division
Cause/effect
Description
Comparison/contrast
Definition

Question 2

What are the six semiotic modes?

Answer 2

Linguistic
Audio
Spatial
Oral
Visual
Gestural

Question 3

What is the semiotic mode, linguistic and what is the effect that is produced?

Answer 3

Vocabulary simple vocabulary and run-on sentences—> authenticity, hearing the direct opinions of the people themselves
Sentences
Grammar items
Typography
Text Organization

Question 4

What is the semiotic mode of audio?

Answer 4

Music/sound atmosphere created by sound—- fast— upbeat, slow— slow down the pace and make people empathise for example
Effects
Rhythm
Pace

Question 5

What is the semiotic mode of spatial?

Answer 5

Proximity between objects
Direction
Organisation in space
POV of camera
Close-up view
Medium shots

Question 6

What is the semiotic mode of oral?

Answer 6

Monologue talking to himself
Dialogue. 1 person talking to another
Conversation
Speech
The voice is not dubbed over can increase authenticity of their stories and the interviews and make it genuine and realistic.
Laughter—lively, optimistic, resilient

Question 7

What is the semiotic mode of visual?

Answer 7

Colour —red vibrant colours that evoke excitement towards the food, symbolising the lively, diverse nature of the people.
Fire—use of fire to convey the danger that their jobs involve
Lines
Vectors
Viewpoints camera angles: bird-eye view
Lighting

Question 8

What is the semiotic mode of gestural?

Answer 8

Facial expression close-up shots of the peoples’ facial expressions
Body
Movements
Gestures
Body position