Decoding visual culture.
As visual narratives become potent tools for emotional manipulation, it is imperative for our educational paradigms to evolve beyond traditional precepts to address this shift. We introduce 'The Visual Code' – an innovative educational tool tailored to nurture the ability to decode visual cues, fost...
| Published in: | Visual Studies Vol. 40; no. 3; pp. 525 - 544 |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Jul2025
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