J.ELAR.4.D
Use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic.
Journalism · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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graphic deviceslinesscreensarttopiccommunicationemphasis
Skills
- use (graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art) #dok2
- communicate (a topic through graphic devices) #dok3
- emphasize (a topic using graphic elements) #dok3
- differentiate (types of graphic devices) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify different graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art. #dok1
- I can describe how different graphic devices are used to communicate or emphasize a topic. #dok2
- I can select appropriate graphic devices to effectively communicate or emphasize a topic in a journalistic presentation. #dok3
- I can justify my choices of graphic devices in relation to the intended message or emphasis. #dok4
Big Ideas
- Graphic devices are purposeful tools in journalism design that support communication and emphasis.
- Careful selection and use of lines, screens, and art can enhance clarity and impact in media presentations.
Essential Questions
- How do graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art contribute to the communication of a topic?
- What factors should be considered when choosing particular graphic elements for a journalistic presentation?
- In what ways can graphic design elements be used to emphasize key information or messages?
- How can the overuse or misuse of graphic devices affect the understanding of a topic?
- What distinguishes an effective use of graphic devices from an ineffective one in journalism?