Lesson 4

    Cards (20)

    • What does the term 'multimodal' refer to?

      A strategic use of two or more modes to make meaning
    • What is an example of a multimodal text provided in the study material?

      Thetis dipping Achilles in the River Styx
    • How is a text considered multimodal?

      When it combines two or more modes of communication
    • What are the different modes of communication in multimodal texts?

      • Linguistic
      • Visual
      • Aural
      • Gestural
      • Spatial
    • What does the linguistic mode refer to?

      Vocabulary, generic structure, and grammar of oral and written language
    • What is the most widely used mode of communication?
      Linguistic mode
    • Which of the following is an example of the linguistic mode?

      Emails
    • What does the visual mode comprise?

      Color, vectors, and viewpoint in still and moving images
    • How does the visual mode help writers?

      It communicates meaning in a way that can be seen by the audience
    • What does the aural mode include?

      Spoken words, sound, music, volume, rhythm, speed of delivery, pitch, tone, and voice
    • How does sound function in the aural mode?

      It catches people's attention and brings words to life
    • What does the gestural mode refer to?

      Movement, speed, and stillness in facial expression and body language
    • How has modern technology affected the gestural mode?

      It allows writers to show movement virtually in their work
    • How is the gestural mode often used?

      In combination with other modes to enhance sensory experience
    • What does the spatial mode include?

      Physical arrangement, spacing, position, organization, proximity, direction, and distance of elements in a text
    • How do writers use the spatial mode?

      In the physical layout and organization of a text
    • How can you apply multimodal considerations into your writing?

      • Research the rhetorical situation
      • Understand the purpose, audience, and context
      • Determine which modes add value
      • Assess and revise work to meet audience needs
    • What should you be careful about when adding modes to your writing?

      Not to add modes just because you think you should
    • What should you consider regarding writing tasks?

      The opportunities, challenges, and constraints of the task
    • Why is it important to assess and revise your work in multimodal writing?

      To meet the needs of the audience