Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and problems for Arts and Humanities

Core Journalism Concepts

Writing Style and News Criteria

• Inverted Pyramid: A common writing style in journalism, prioritizing the most important information first. It was notably developed during the Civil War.
• Prominence: A newspaper story criterion focusing on well-known or popular subjects.
• Proximity: A newspaper story criterion relating to the geographical closeness of an event to the readers.

News Content and Influence

• Weather: Often considered the most important news broadcast section for many viewers.
• Sports: Particularly significant in regions like Texas.
• Media Control: The idea that an authoritarian elite group can control press content.
• 9/11 Reference: The term "Bastards" was noted in relation to the 9/11 attacks.
• Social Media: Holds huge influence

Context and Intended Audience

This cartoon, created by award-winning Australian political cartoonist Andrew Marlton, was published shortly after NASA's discovery of water on Mars. The intended audience is primarily individuals aged 15-35. The cartoon presents a complex and serious topic humorously, making it engaging for a younger audience who may prefer learning through humor rather than a purely factual article.

Cartoon Description and Analysis

Initial Panel: Dogs and Mars

The cartoon is presented as a comic strip, employing exaggeration and whimsical characters, such as dogs, to address a serious issue. It begins with a headline announcing the discovery of water on Mars. Below, two dogs are depicted observing Mars, which is illustrated with... Continue reading "Mars Water Discovery: A Humorous Cartoon Analysis" »

Be an Online Brand

To be an online brand, you need to:

• Be visible
• Manage your reputation
• Have a communication strategy
• Develop community

Evolution of Company Focus

Before vs. Now:

• Analysis: Before - Limited tools; Now - Online tools for comprehensive analysis
• Marketing: Before - Product/Service focus; Now - Focus on communication
• Advertising: Before - Creating Ads; Now - Creating content marketing

Characteristics of Online Media

• Addressability (Segmentation): Identify customers before they buy
• Interactivity: Customers' ability to express their needs to the brand
• Accessibility: Obtain digital information easily
• Connectivity: Customers' ability to connect with the brand and other customers
• Control: Customers' ability to regulate the information they view and

International Public Relations

Good PR

• Is a multitasker
• Acts as a salesperson
• Is diplomatic
• Never says no or yes definitively

Good Diplomacy

• Requires knowledge of languages
• Involves active listening
• Is characterized by professionalism and reactivity
• Respects cultural protocols

Three System Values

• Western
• Eastern
• Muslim

Different Kinetics and Paralinguistics

• Kinetics: Study of movement (non-verbal communication)
• Paralinguistics: Study of sounds (tones, volume, intensity)

PR in Markets

• Laswell's Model: Who/What/How/Whom/Which Effect

Empathy vs. Sympathy

• Empathy: Understanding and feeling another's feelings
• Sympathy: Having compassion but not necessarily feeling it, can be related to cause and point of view

Attitude vs. Aptitude

• Attitude: Skills that can be taught, not

Good morning Claudia, today I will be talking about the movie JOKER

Because of the name and the movie I chose, why don’t we start with a joke. What do you get when you cross a mentally ill owner with a society that abandons him and treats him like trash?. Well you might not get this now but throughout my presentation you will understand what this joke means.

now i will tell you a little bit about the plot of the movie

THE PLOT

Arthur Fleck is a wannabe stand-up comic who suffers from many mental illnesses, including one which causes him to laugh uncontrollably when he is nervous, and this often gets him into bad situations. Arthur's mental health and the shortage of money causes almost all people in society to reject and look down upon him, even... Continue reading "Joker Movie: A Deep Dive into Themes and Themes" »

What is Nonverbal Communication?

Nonverbal communication refers to the transmission of messages or information without using words. It involves various intentional and unintentional nonverbal cues to convey meaning in interpersonal interactions. Nonverbal communication significantly impacts how messages are interpreted and is a powerful aspect of human communication. It encompasses a wide range of elements, such as:

Facial Expressions

Facial gestures and expressions convey emotions and attitudes. Smiles, frowns, raised eyebrows, and other facial movements contribute to the nonverbal aspect of communication.

Gestures

Hand movements, body language, and other physical gestures can complement or substitute verbal messages. For example, waving, pointing,... Continue reading "Understanding Nonverbal Communication: A Comprehensive Guide" »

Voice Onset Time (VOT)

The moment in which voicing starts, relative to the release of a closure. We can find three types of VOT: voice lead, short lag VOT, and long lag VOT. Phonetically voiced and voiceless sounds are determined by VOT.

Prefortis Clipping

A fortis (voiceless) sound following in the same syllable causes the following vowel to be shorter than it would be in another environment.

Connected Speech Assimilation

A type of adjustment in connected speech during which a given sound (the assimilating sound) takes on the characteristics of a neighboring sound (the conditioning sound). Types: partial or complete, adjacent or non-adjacent, progressive or regressive.

• Regressive: The assimilated sound precedes and is affected by the conditioning

The Alliterative Revival

In Middle English poetry, alliterative verse experienced a resurgence known as the Alliterative Revival. While rhyme played a significant role in other forms, alliteration was the primary structural element in this movement.

William Langland and Piers Plowman

William Langland, believed to have been born in the West Midlands, was a prominent figure in the Alliterative Revival. His most famous work, Piers Plowman, offers potential autobiographical insights and suggests familiarity with London. Scholars speculate that he may have been a cleric of a lower class.

Piers Plowman: A Dream Vision

Piers Plowman is a verse allegory presented as a dream vision, a popular literary device in the Middle Ages used to convey truths or real... Continue reading "The Alliterative Revival and Estate Satire in Middle English Literature" »

Event Props: 3D, 2D, Built & Sculpted

3D Props: Constructed or Sculpted

3D props are either constructed or sculpted.

Tall columns can be constructed from seamless paper tubing. Doors, frames, pediments, pedestals, planters, and other items are available, depending on budget and local prop rental warehouses.

Advantages: Self-standing, usually easy to install.

Disadvantages: Expensive and bulky to handle, transport, and ship.

2D Props: Flats and Cutouts

2D props are rectangular two-dimensional props that are scenically or decoratively painted or covered with decorative fabric. A standard 2D prop is the cutout profile piece, which can consist of representational artwork that is “cut out” along its outline.

Numerous decorative 2D hard props are... Continue reading "Props for Events: 3D, 2D, Built & Sculpted - A Practical Guide" »