Summary: Science Communication To Influence Change

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  • 5 Week 5: Visual appeal: science through images

  • 5.1 Book 5.1: Introduction to visual communication

  • What is the myth about image processing speed?

    • Claim: We process images 60000 times faster than text.
    • Found in resources and reports.
    • Origination can't be traced.
  • What are the key features of visual communication?

    • Relies on eyesight
    • Uses signs (symbols, indexes, icons)
    • Memorable: better than text
    • Concise: information dense
  • How is visual communication described in the summary?

    • Uses images instead of words.
    • Avoids language, more universal.
    • Contains misinformation like other science.
  • Why is visual information richer than text?

    • Photographs convey more information
    • Avoids language/grammar constructs
    • Used in public facilities like airports/shopping centers
  • What does the disabled sign symbol actually mean?

    • Means "accessibility"
    • Created by WHO and ISO
    • Doesn’t need language for understanding
  • How do words and pictures differ in brain processing?

    • Less distinction than expected
    • Words processed like pictures
    • Words sounded in heads for meaning
  • Why do airports and shopping centers use symbols?

    • Symbols/logos are universal
    • Don’t require specific language
    • Streamline communication for diverse audiences
  • 5.2 Book 5.2: Visuals and the linear communication model

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  • What is the range of design complexity?

    • Simple to very complex design
    • Used alone or combined with text/sound
    • Versatile use
    • Addresses real to abstract
    • Cognitive influences
  • What is 1-to-many communication?

    - Examples: missing person poster, social media, sign language.
  • What is the linear model of communication used for?

    • Understand how factors affect visual communication
    • Enhance or interfere message to audience
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