Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
1. Linking Theory to Visual Communication 2. Historical Research 3. Who: Research on the Sources of Visual Communication 4. Says What: Research on the Content in Visual Communication 5. To Whom: Research on the Audiences in Visual Communication 6. In Which Channel: Research on Media Used in Visual Communication 7. With What Effect I: Research on Cognitive Effects of Visual 8. With What Effect II: Research on Attitudinal Effects of Visual 9. With What Effect III: Research on Behavioral Effects of Visual 10. Conclusions
Synopsis
In today's multimedia environment, visuals are essential and expected parts of storytelling. However, the visual communication research field is fragmented into several sub-areas, making study difficult. Fahmy, Bock, and Wanta note trends and discuss the challenges of conducting analysis of images across print, broadcast, and online media.