The document discusses multimodal texts, which combine various semiotic systems (linguistic, visual, audio, gestural, and spatial) to convey messages in diverse formats. It outlines the importance of visual concepts, audience consideration, and the purpose of creating effective multimodal content while providing examples of multimodal texts such as picture books and webpages. Additionally, it highlights the benefits of multimodal texts in enhancing comprehension, motivation, and creativity among learners.

1. Fun with Multimodal
Texts
Prepared By: Erika S. Poloan

2. OBJECTIVES
Identify the elements of multimodal text
a
Explain the multimodal text in everyday life
b
Apply visual concepts in composing multimodal text
c

3. MOTIVATION
Activity 4. Share Your Thoughts! What comes to your mind when you
see the picture below? In your activity sheet, copy the template given
then complete the sentence.
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4. What is Multimodal Text?
is a combination of the prefix multi-meaning
“many” and modal-an adjective form of the
“mode”.
Semiotic systems is the use of signs and
symbols

5. What are the Five Semiotic Systems?
1.Linguistic
a.Vocabulary - words to convey a message
b.Metaphor - refers to technological figurative
language such as recycle bin, desktop, and window.
c.Structure - the organization of presentation
d.Various - modes refers to auditory, print, video,
graphics and animation.

6. 2. Visual
a. Color used to express mood, emotion and cultural
significance
b. Perspective it conveys depth and dimension
c. Vectors refers to directional lines and focus attention
d. Foreground is giving power by positioning.
e. Background means creating the setting or the scene.
3. Audio
a. Voice can be electronic, own voice, or natural
speech.
b. Music may be selected or composed music
c. Sound Effects can also be selected or created
sounds.

7. 4. Gestural includes:
a. Behavioral refers to gestures
b. Senses use in creating atmosphere
c. Body Control refers to positioning and movement
d. Emotion use to show feeling
e. Kinesics body movements to communicate.
5. Spatial
f. Ecosystem - interaction of all components
g. Geographical - layout and landscape
h. Architectural - construction, composition, and organization

8. What are the types of Multimodal Texts?
Multimodal texts can be delivered in various media or technologies.
It can be live, paper or digital electronic.
Examples of multimodal
1. A picture book. The textual and visual elements are arranged on
individual pages that contribute to an overall set of bound pages.
2. A webpage. The elements of sound effects, oral language, written
language, music and still moving images are combined.
3. A live ballet performance. The gesture, music, and space are the main
element.

9. Examples of Multimodal Texts

10. Hey, Look Around! Can you name multimodal text around
you? Write your top five answers here.
1.__________________
2. _________________
3. _________________
4. _________________
5. _________________
ACTIVITY 6:

11. Strategies in Composing and Designing
Multimodal Text
1. Apply Visual Concepts
a) Space.
b) Color.
c) Shapes.
d) Lines.
e) Font.
2. Know your purpose.
In creating text with different features that add to the meaning of the
text, think of the purpose why it was created. It should convey to the
reader the aim of the text. Does it inform, entertain, or persuade?

12. 3. Identify you audience.
Considering the type of audience, you are producing the text for,
gives an idea what specific language you will use. There certain
type of audience that require appropriate language for instance,
children are attracted for bigger fonts, different playful shapes and
documents that are text heavy are avoided.

13. 1.It improves your comprehension. The use of multiple modes of
communication helps you understand information better and effectively
2.It increases your motivation and interaction The use of images, graphics
films and other multimodal text that your teacher use in presenting you
lesson activate your interest and engage you in activities.
3.It allows you to express your creativity by navigating multiple modes. It
encourages you to create and express your learning in a creatively. It can
also paved a way in enhancing your passion in other disciplines such as
Arts and ICT.
Why is multimodal text important?

14. Name It! Identify the visual concepts and semiotic system used in the
picture below. Write your answer in your activity sheet.
ACTIVITY

15. In your activity sheet, copy the box below then write the
insights/learning that you have learned.
Activity: Let’s Wrap Up!

16. Study the infographic and answer the questions in the table. Write
your answer in your activity sheet.
ACTIVITY

17. Your Turn! Well done! Let us enrich your skill. Work on the task below.
Write your answer in your answer sheet.
The COVID 19 Pandemic prompted the schools all throughout the world
to close due to health threat among students. In the Philippines, the
government has imposed community quarantine to ensure safety of the
public. This means that movement of people from all walks of life is
restricted. Children and teenagers like you are strictly prohibited from
going out of home to avoid getting infected. What activities did you do
to stay productive? List down 5-8 activities that keep you productive.
Choose between a diagram or infographic to present your output.
Please be guided with the rubrics below:
Assignment:

19. Thank you
Prepared By:
Erika S. Poloan
Pre-Service Teacher