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Empowerment
Technologies
Quarter 1 – Module 7:
Imaging and Design for the
Online Environment
Part I
What I Need to Know
This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
master the Imaging and Design for the Online Environment (Part I). The scope of
this module permits it to be used in many different learning situations. The
language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are
arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you
read them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.
The module has one lesson, namely:
Lesson 5 – Imaging and Design for the Online Environment (Part I)
After going through this module, you are expected to:
1. define computer graphics and layout;
2. identify the basic principles of graphics and layout;
3. create simple infographic using web tools;
4. understand several file formats used on the web; and
5. evaluate existing websites and online resources based on the principles of
layout, graphic, and visual message design.
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What I Know
Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of
paper.
1. This is achieved when all parts of a composition appear to have equal weight
and is stable.
a. contrast
b. balance
c. unity
d. focal point
2. It is obtained by repeating colors and shapes—all parts of a design.
a. repetition
b. balance
c. unity
d. focal point
3. It creates the center of interest in a design.
a. repetition
b. balance
c. unity
d. emphasis
4. It is when lines, colors, or shapes are repeated over and over in a planned
way.
a. repetition
b. balance
c. unity
d. emphasis
5. It is when it catches the viewer’s attention. Usually the artist will make one
area stand out by contrasting it with other areas. The area could be different
in size, color, texture, shape, etc.
a. repetition
b. balance
c. unity
d. emphasis
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Lesson
Imaging and Design for the
5 Online Environment (Part I)
What’s In
From the previous lesson, we’ve learned the three most commonly used application
in Microsoft Office Suite, the Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft
PowerPoint.
In Microsoft Word, we discussed the Mail Merge as an automation tool that is
helpful when sending mails to many recipients using a common template. We’ve
learned that Mail Merge has two components, the main document, which contains
the body of the letter and the data source which contains the list of names and
addresses of the recipients.
In Microsoft Excel, we discussed the different functions and formula that will help
us in processing our data and in Microsoft PowerPoint, we’ve learned how to apply
animation and inserting hyperlinks to our slide.
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What’s New
Visit the online resource with the URL given below. This resource is about the
Gestalt Principles which could also be useful in graphics design.
https://careerfoundry.com/en/blog/ui-design/what-are-gestalt-principles/
Read and understand all the 5 Gestalt Principles and then answer the question
below. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
What Gestalt Principle/s is applied to the image below? Explain.
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What is It
Computer graphics are visual representations of data made on a computer and is
displayed on a computer screen or monitor. They can be a single image or series of
images called video. They can be anything on computers such as photographs,
drawings or movies that does not involve sound.
Layout is the arrangement of graphic elements on a page. An effective graphics and
layout contribute to the efficiency of website. Hence, you must begin learning the
basic principles of graphics and layout before creating your own graphic design
which you can integrate on the online environment.
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Principles of Graphics and Layout
Across disciplines, the following principles are followed to standardized image
creation and manipulation using any graphics software. It will help you create
layouts and design web pages compliant with protocols.
1. Balance – It describes the placement of elements of equal weight on the
page. The three types of balance are symmetrical, asymmetrical, and radial.
Image source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Artistic_balance.png
2. Movement – It describes the flow of elements on the page. Visual elements
guide the viewers’ eyes around the page.
3. Unity – the sense of oneness of the elements that creates balance and
harmony.
4. Repetition – It describes the consistent and balanced repetition of a design
or element.
An example is infographics that
applied repetition to the design. It
repeatedly used callouts with
identical font size of inside texts.
5. Proximity – It describes the organization and relationship of the elements
included in the design.
6. Contrast – it is the combination of the opposing characteristics of an
element like color, size, thickness, and among others. It allows emphasis on
key elements.
7. Emphasis - An area in the design that catches viewer’s attention. The area
may appear different in size, color, texture or shape.
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Infographics
Information graphics or infographics are used to represent
information, statistical data, or knowledge in a graphical
https://visual.ly/node/image/50035
manner usually done in a creative way to attract the
viewer’s attention. Infographics make complex data
become more visually appealing to an average user.
Image Source:
An infographic should have the following characteristics:
1. Thesis/Story. The subject and the main idea of your infographic must be
clear.
2. Data. Data must be well-organized and supports the main idea.
3. Simplicity. (color, style, and illustrations). You must be able to create your
own palette; your style must be able to attract readers so as not to make
your infographic full of text. Do not use stock photos.
4. Sources. You must cite your sources so as to give credibility to your data.
5. Branding/Shareability. Your infographic must be creative and innovative.
The following websites will help you create infographic:
1. http://piktochart.com/
2. https://www.canva.com/create/infographics
3. https://venggage.com
4. https://infogr.am/
Image File Formats
Since the introduction of graphics on the web., file formats also became an
important aspect in the design stage. The most common file formats are JPEG, GIF,
BMP, TIFF, and PNG.
1. JPEG – Joint Photographic Experts Group. It is the most popular image
format used on the web. JPEG are very ‘lossy’ files where much of the
information about the image is lost from original state to keep the image file
size small. JPEG files are used mostly by photographers, artists, graphic
designers, medical imaging specialists, art historians, and other groups
because image quality and color fidelity is important in the field.
2. GIF – Graphics Interchange Format. It is limited to the 8-bit palette with
only 256 colors. GIF is best used for diagrams, cartoons, and logos which
use few colors and is the chosen format for animation effects.
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3. PNG – Portable Network Graphic. This file format is best with line art, text,
and logo. It is capable to display transparencies.
4. TIFF – Tagged Image File Format. It is considered as a high-quality image
format, where all color and data information are stored. However, it
produces a very large file size and take huge disk consumption.
What’s More
Activity 1
Visit the following websites and select at least 3 websites. Evaluate each based on
the principles of design discussed. Use a separate sheet of paper for your answer.
1. https://www.thebestdesigns.com/designs/
2. http://www.verynicesites.com
3. http://bestwebgallery.com/
Activity 2
Promote your specific track/strand by making an infographic. In making your
infographic you must log on to www.piktockart.com. Print your infographic in a
short size bond paper or you may send it to your teacher thru messenger. You may
use your Facebook or Gmail account or create your own Piktochart account.
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What I Have Learned
Answer the following questions. Use a separate sheet of paper for your answer.
1. What are the different principles of graphics and layout?
2. How does infographic beneficial in presenting data?
3. What are the different image file formats and when is the best time to use
them?
What I Can Do
Answer the following questions. Provide a separate sheet of paper for your answer.
1. Having explored the different examples of infographic over the internet, what
do you think are the limitations of using infographic to disseminate
information?
2. Since most digital photos are publicly shared online, what do you think are
the ways to protect your images from unauthorized copying?
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Assessment
True or False: Write true if the statement is correct and False if it is incorrect. Use
a separate sheet of paper for your answer.
__________________1. For image composition to be effective, it must have its
elements in equal weight across the frame.
__________________2. You can use any color combination when composing
your design.
__________________3. Any sources can be included in your infographic.
__________________4. JPEG is considered to produce a high-quality image
and does not remove any information from the image.
__________________5. It is best to use GIF format for cartoonish images.
__________________6. Asymmetrical is a type of visual balance in which two
sides of a composition are different yet balanced.
__________________7. GIF is best to use when working with full color
photographic images.
__________________8. If you want to insert animation effects on your
presentation, you will look for a PNG format of an
image.
__________________9. Balance is to even distribution; emphasis is to
attracting.
__________________10. Piktochart makes a complex data become more visually
appealing to the average user.
__________________11. Symmetrical, asymmetrical, and radial are types of
contrast.
__________________12. An infographic should be simple.
__________________13. Colors are said to be contrasting when there is a large
difference in lightness and darkness.
__________________14. Focal point is another way of saying center of interest.
The center of interest is usually the most important
part of a work of art.
__________________15. The term emphasis may be used for an area that has
contrasting sizes, shapes, colors or other distinctive
feature to catch the viewer's attention.
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Additional Activities
Evaluate the following graphics based on the principles of graphics and layout. Use
a separate sheet of paper for your answer.
Image Source: https://www.behance.net/gallery/32878615/Adoption-Informational-Poster
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What I Know Assessment
1. B 1. True
2. C 2. False
3. D 3. False
4. A 4. False
5. D 5. True
6. True
7. False
8. False
9. True
10.False
11.False
12.True
13.True
14.True
Answer Key
References
Callo, E. R. (2018). Imaging and Design for the Online Environment. In
Empowerment Technologies (pp. 35-40). Quezon City, Philippines: Sibs Publishing
House.
Empowerment Technologies First Edition.(2016).Sampaloc Manila:Rex Bookstore,
Inc.
Tarun, I. M. (2016). Empowerment Technologies. Plaridel, Bulacan: St. Andres
Publishing House.
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DISCLAIMER
This Self-learning Module (SLM) was developed by DepEd
SOCCSKSARGEN with the primary objective of preparing for and
addressing the new normal. Contents of this module were based on
DepEd’s Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELC). This is a
supplementary material to be used by all learners of Region XII in all
public schools beginning SY 2020-2021. The process of LR
development was observed in the production of this module. This is
version 1.0. We highly encourage feedback, comments, and
recommendations.
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