Visual literacy is an introduction to the study of the visual modalities of communication with an emphasis on picture-based media (film, television, photography, graphic arts, and the new computer-based technologies such as 3-D animation and the World Wide Web). Topics include: visual interpretation, image manipulation, the social/political functions of visual imagery, and the role of visual media in cultural processes. (Anthony Pennings, PhD)

NCREL Viaual Literacy Activity - This activity in media as persuasion offers a fascinating look into perspective, the materials needed are available on the site and are a great introduction into visual literacy.

Benedict Visual Literacy Collection

Visit the Benedict Visual Literacy Collection, located at Arizona State University. This collection is a wealth of resources on visual literacy, scholarly papers, and exhibits.

http://www.asu.edu/lib/archives/benedict/index.html

Taxonomy of Visual Communication and a Bibliography by Sandra E. Moriarty and Keith Kenney

A taxonomy and bibliography of visual communication created by Sandra Moriarty and Keith Kenney. The site contains an introduction to the project and twelve taxonomy categories housing the bibliographic entries.

http://www.ivla.org/bibliography/intro.htm

Visual Literacy Portal (An ongoing project)

A collective knowledge of visual literacy available on the World Wide Web.

http://www.ivla.org/portal/intro.htm