Text Information and Media By: Kent Jaspher C. Ytang
- refers to written or typed data that is stored electronically and can be transmitted and processed using computers and other digital devices Text Information -examples include: A report or document written in a word processing program, such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs An email message or thread A text message or chat conversation A social media post or comment A webpage or online article
Authors - focus in writing books, stories, or articles on a variety of topics, including novels, general reference materials, or textbooks. Writers - focus on literary works, such as poems and short stories, and may work as journalists, bloggers, or screenwriters. Contributors - write articles on topics of interest and may work for a specific publication or company, or as freelance writers. Creators of Text Information
Columnists - write and share their opinions on issues in newspapers or magazines. Bloggers - write personal opinions on topics or issues of interest and share them through online journals or websites. Editors - work with writers and authors to plan, review, and revise content for publication, and coordinate with layout artists to ensure all corrections are made. Publishers - are responsible for preparing, acquiring, and managing publications, and work with teams of writers, authors, and layout artists to decide on the theme and content of materials to be published. Creators of Text Information
Serif - with short lines at the top or bottom of some letter styles, often used in large amounts of text for readability and a classic look TIMES NEW ROMAN BASKERVILLE CAMBRIA Types of Typefaces
Sans Serif - without serif lines, creating a clean and minimalist look. Often used in web design and to convey straightforward information ARIAL TAHOMA Types of Typefaces
Slab Serif - with heavy and solid lines, used to create a bold look. ROCKWELL Types of Typefaces
Script - with brush-like strokes, used sparingly for formal events and to draw attention Edwardian Types of Typefaces
Decorative - used for artistic or eye-catching purposes, often conveying a wide range of emotions or themes Curlz MT Types of Typefaces
Accuracy and Factuality - Is the information accurate and based on facts? Objectivity - Is the information objective and unbiased? Language appropriateness - Is the language appropriate for the intended audience? Curriculum alignment - Does the information align with the curriculum or international standards? Style and Format - is the style and format appropriate for the type of material being presented? Assessing and Evaluating Text Information When evaluating text information, consider the following :
Read the text carefully and identify the main ideas and supporting details. Identify the language and tone used by the author, and consider how these choices affect the meaning of the text. Create a summary which captures the key points and main ideas. Evaluate and assess the text information on its accuracy, factuality, objectivity, language appropriateness, curriculum alignment, style, and format. After completing the above tasks, you will then present your analysis to the class. ACTIVITY For this activity, you will be given a speech to analyze. You will then complete the following tasks by group:
"I Have a Dream" by Martin Luther King Jr. "The Gettysburg Address" by Abraham Lincoln “ Washon’s Farewell address" by George W. “Inaugural Address" by John F. Kennedy “This is water" by David Foster Wallace “Sinews of Peace" by Winston Churchill “The Ballot or the Bullet" by Malcolm X “The Nobel Peace Prize acceptance" by Nelson Mandela “Sermon on the Mount" by Jesus of Nazareth "The Soul of a Nation" by Wilfred Mcclay ACTIVITY These are the speeches that each group will analyze
ADVANTAGES x LIMITATIONS often written by experts or professionals in a particular field, which can provide a high level of accuracy and reliability. is often organized and structured in a way that makes it easy to understand and follow, which can be helpful for learning or studying a particular topic often available in a variety of formats, such as print or digital, which allows readers to choose the format that works best for them.
ADVANTAGES x LIMITATIONS may be out of date , as it may not be updated as frequently as other sources, such as news websites or social media. may be biased or subjective , even if it is presented as objective may be difficult to access , especially if it is only available in print form or requires a subscription or payment to access.