Viewing Genres

• What does viewing comprehension involve?

  Interpreting and decoding visual messages
• What types of visual materials are mentioned?

  Photos, images, drawings, icons, illustrations
• What role does viewing comprehension play?

  It helps in becoming a critical viewer
• What are the two main categories of viewing materials?

  Printed and non-printed
• What are moving visual images characterized by?

  They may be spontaneous or planned
• What are some classifications of viewing genres?

  Movie trailers, documentaries, news flash
• What is a news flash?

  An important news item that interrupts programs
• What is the purpose of a weather report?

  To tell and forecast weather conditions
• What is the average duration of a movie clip?

  Almost 2 minutes
• How long can a YouTube instructional video last?

  Up to an hour
• How does language impact viewing materials?

  It affects how viewers process information
• What element evokes feelings in viewing materials?

  Atmosphere created by sounds and colors
• What are the elements to evaluate in viewing materials?

  • Point of View (POV)
  • Language used (conversational, formal, etc.)
  • Atmosphere (sounds, music, color)
• What is first-person point of view?

  The narrator uses "I" to tell the story
• What is second-person point of view?

  The narrator uses "you" perspective
• What is third-person point of view?

  The narrator uses "he/she/it" perspective
• How does the duration of viewing material vary?

  It depends on its purpose and form
• Give examples for each classification of viewing genres.

  • Movie trailers
  • Documentaries
  • News flash
  • Internet-based programs
  • Weather report
• What is the significance of viewing comprehension?

  It is crucial for critical analysis of visuals
• Why are humans considered visually-oriented beings?

  They naturally respond to visual stimuli