MIL (CODES AND CONVENTION)

• What does MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY (MIL) focus on in the context of disseminating information?


  It focuses on codes, conventions, and genre.
• What are media languages?

  They are codes, conventions, formats, symbols, and narrative structures that indicate the meaning of media messages to an audience.
• What do symbolic codes in media signify?

  They indicate meanings that exist outside the media product but are understood by the audience.
• What do symbolic codes show in media?


  They show what is beneath the surface of what we see.
• What is the definition of setting in media?

  Setting is known as the time and place of the narrative, describing where the story or a specific scene took place.
• What does the term 'mise en scène' mean?

  'Mise en scène' is a French term that means 'everything within the frame' and refers to all the objects within a frame and how they are arranged.
• What role does acting play in media?


  Actors portray a variety of characters that contribute to character development, creating tension or interpreting the narrative.
• How do actors portray their characters in media?

  Actors portray their characters through facial expression, body language, vocal qualities, movement, and body contact.
• What significance does color have in media?


  Color has strong cultural connotations and can convey various meanings in media.
• What aspects should be considered when analyzing color in media?

  Consider the dominant color, contrasting foils, and color symbolism.
• What are technical codes in media?


  Technical codes are ways in which equipment is used to tell the story.
• What is the importance of camerawork in media?


  Camerawork involves how the camera is operated, positioned, and moved to achieve certain effects.
• What does editing involve in media production?

  Editing involves choosing, manipulating, and arranging images and sound.
• What are the three aspects of audio in media?


  The three aspects of audio are dialogue, sound effects, and music.
• What is the role of lighting in media?


  Lighting involves manipulating light to selectively highlight specific elements of certain scenes.
• What are written codes in media?


  Written codes are a type of code that includes formal written language used in media.
• How do written codes contribute to media narratives?


  Written codes can be used to interpret a narrative and communicate information regarding a character.
• What are examples of written codes in media?


  Examples of written codes include headlines, captions, titles, and writing style.
• What is the significance of language style and textual layout in written codes?


  Language style and textual layout help convey meaning and enhance the narrative in media.
• It allows users to access information, communicate with others, shop online, work remotely, and participate in social media platforms.
• Conventions can be seen as broader social norms or expectations that may not necessarily have a formalized code attached to them.
• The internet is a global network that connects computers and devices worldwide through various technologies such as fiber-optic cables, satellites, and wireless networks.
• Codes are often associated with specific contexts or situations, such as professional codes of conduct or legal codes.
• The use of the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, with over half of the world's population using it.
• The term "code" refers to the set of rules that govern communication, while "convention" is used more broadly to describe any established practice or custom.
• The internet is a global network that connects computers and devices worldwide through various technologies such as fiber-optic cables, satellites, and wireless networks.
• Computers use binary code to process and store all data and instructions.