Concept, Form, & Function Matrix - Active Learning Activity

Concept Form

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Alias None
Bloom's Level Analyze
CAFE Level Main Course
Class Size Any Class Size
Difficulty Moderate
Modality Face-to-Face
Prep Time/
Materials		 Requires Planning - Selecting Communication Messages
Time to Run 10-15 Minutes

Provide a piece of writing, film clip, advertisement, or other forms of communication for students to analyze in a three-column matrix: “content” (what), “form” (how), and “function” (why). This technique helps students develop and practice their analytic skills in informational content, form, and communicative purpose.

RETURN TO INDEX

Begin with a simpler, easy-to-analyze text or media clip to demonstrate the technique. Clearly explain the distinction between function and content, as students often find it confusing.

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