Analyze Mediums/Purpose and Motives

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What is a medium in communication?

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A medium is a means or channel through which information is conveyed, such as text, images, audio, or video.

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What is the purpose of using different mediums?

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Different mediums serve various purposes, such as enhancing understanding, engaging the audience, or conveying emotions.

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What is a key advantage of using photos as a medium?

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Photos do not require a shared reading ability of language, making them accessible to a wider audience.

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What is a disadvantage of using video as a medium?

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It is difficult to annotate or use other reading strategies while interacting with the video.

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What is an infographic?

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An infographic is a visual representation of any kind of information or data, designed to make complex information easily understandable.

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What is a key advantage of printed written texts?

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Printed texts are easy to distribute, as they can be copied or printed.

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What is a disadvantage of infographics?

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Infographics can be hard to build context because they are brief and may provide limited background knowledge on the topic.

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How can body language in video enhance understanding?

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Body language can reveal information about the speaker's purpose and emotional state, enhancing the viewer's understanding.

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What does it mean for information to be visually compelling?

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Visually compelling information captures the audience's attention and engages them, making it more likely they will understand and remember the content.

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What is the role of background information in communication?

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Background information provides context that helps the audience understand the main message or purpose of the communication.