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Schools and Screens : A Watchful History
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Japanese Screens
Japanese screens (byobu) are made of wooden lattices with two to twelve panels, covered with a canvas of paper or fabric.Artists, embracing the dynamic format of screens, incorporated shadows and other elements on the canvas to direct the viewer’s eye from one panel to the next.Screens are unique for being beautiful artworks as well as lightweight, portable objects, acting as backdrops for court ceremonies or partitions for intimate tea services. This sumptuous book explores the 1,300-year history of screens created in Japan.In the text, leading experts on Japanese art and culture describe how screens developed from the 8th to the 21st century, from their ceremonial use in royal residences and Buddhist temples to their functional and decorative use in the homes of samurai and aristocracy.The authors examines the stylistic evolution of screens and the wide variety of subjects depicted, such as flying dragons, the passing of seasons, monumental battles, and The Tale of Genji. This book includes 250 colour illustrations, many that are reproduced to full page, and shows the screens to their best advantage with a landscape orientation and large-format size.It features Japanese-sewn binding and is kept in a clamshell box, which contains foldout poster reproductions of six screens housed in a separate pocket inside the box.This volume is an elegant addition to the library of any admirer of Japanese art.
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Rood Screens
The rood screen was the visual focus of the medieval parish church, dividing the nave from the chancel.Most were built of wood and were adorned with intricate carved decoration painted in bright colours, often with images of saints.Defaced and often dismantled during the Reformation in the mid-sixteenth century, most surviving screens have been restored to their former glory since the nineteenth century and are now among the most prized treasures of our parish churches.This fully illustrated book explains the symbolic and practical significance of rood screens and describes the ways in which they were constructed and decorated.There is also an extensive list of churches in England and Wales where screens can be found.
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Big Screens, Small Forms : Visual Varieties in Digital Media Culture
We witness an era with more screens than ever before, and within each screen, a multitude of visual varieties.Lisa Gotto investigates this medial diversity as a field of tension between large and small forms of digital image culture.This includes, on the one hand, the immersive potential of large image arrangements, such as digital 3D cinema, and, on the other hand, the compactness of mobile image forms, such as those of the smartphone film or the media practices of Instagram.Weaving together a rich variety of examples and sources, this book presents a multifaceted collection of essays that explore the transformational potential of digital media culture, contextualize its media-technical conditions, and reflect on its social consequences.
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Are curved screens or flat screens better for gaming?
Both curved screens and flat screens have their own advantages for gaming. Curved screens can provide a more immersive experience by wrapping around your field of vision, making you feel more engaged in the game. On the other hand, flat screens may offer a more consistent viewing experience with less distortion at the edges. Ultimately, the choice between curved and flat screens for gaming comes down to personal preference and the specific gaming setup you prefer.
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What causes blue screens?
Blue screens, also known as the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), are typically caused by hardware or software issues. Common causes include faulty hardware components, such as RAM or hard drives, outdated or incompatible device drivers, and software conflicts. Overheating of the computer, malware infections, and issues with the operating system can also trigger blue screens. It is important to troubleshoot the specific error message displayed on the blue screen to identify the root cause and resolve the issue.
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Can screens be reused?
Yes, screens can be reused in various ways. For example, computer and phone screens can be refurbished and resold, or repurposed for other uses such as digital signage or display screens. Additionally, some screens can be recycled to recover valuable materials like glass, plastic, and metals. Reusing and recycling screens helps to reduce electronic waste and conserve resources.
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Are there 16K screens?
Yes, there are 16K screens available in the market. These screens have a resolution of 15360 x 8640 pixels, which is significantly higher than 4K and 8K screens. However, 16K screens are not yet widely adopted due to their high cost and the limited availability of content that can take full advantage of such high resolution. As technology advances, we may see more 16K screens becoming more common in the future.
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City of Screens : Imagining Audiences in Manila's Alternative Film Culture
In City of Screens Jasmine Nadua Trice examines the politics of cinema circulation in early-2000s Manila.She traces Manila's cinema landscape by focusing on the primary locations of film exhibition and distribution: the pirated DVD district, mall multiplexes, art-house cinemas, the university film institute, and state-sponsored cinematheques.In the wake of digital media piracy and the decline of the local commercial film industry, the rising independent cinema movement has been a site of contestation between filmmakers and the state, each constructing different notions of a prospective, national public film audience.Discourses around audiences become more salient given that films by independent Philippine filmmakers are seldom screened to domestic audiences, despite their international success.City of Screens provides a deeper understanding of the debates about the competing roles of the film industry, the public, and the state in national culture in the Philippines and beyond.
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Behind Their Screens
How teens navigate a networked world and how adults can support them. What are teens actually doing on their smartphones?Contrary to many adults’ assumptions, they are not simply “addicted” to their screens, oblivious to the afterlife of what they post, or missing out on personal connection.They are just trying to navigate a networked world. In Behind Their Screens, Emily Weinstein and Carrie James, Harvard researchers who are experts on teens and technology, explore the complexities that teens face in their digital lives, and suggest that many adult efforts to help—“Get off your phone!” “Just don’t sext!”—fall short. Weinstein and James warn against a single-minded focus by adults on “screen time.” Teens worry about dependence on their devices, but disconnecting means being out of the loop socially, with absence perceived as rudeness or even a failure to be there for a struggling friend.Drawing on a multiyear project that surveyed more than 3,500 teens, the authors explain that young people need empathy, not exasperated eye-rolling.Adults should understand the complicated nature of teens’ online life rather than issue commands, and they should normalize—let teens know that their challenges are shared by others—without minimizing or dismissing.Along the way, Weinstein and James describe different kinds of sexting and explain such phenomena as watermarking nudes, comparison quicksand, digital pacifiers, and collecting receipts.Behind Their Screens offers essential reading for any adult who cares about supporting teens in an online world.
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Why are screens elongated?
Screens are elongated to provide a more immersive viewing experience for users. The wider aspect ratio allows for a larger field of view, making it ideal for watching movies, playing games, and multitasking. Additionally, elongated screens are more ergonomic as they can display more content vertically, reducing the need for scrolling. Lastly, the elongated shape also allows for a sleek and modern design aesthetic for devices.
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How are the screens misidentified?
Screens are misidentified when they are mistaken for other objects or entities due to their appearance or context. For example, a screen displaying a lifelike image of a fireplace may be misidentified as a real fire. Screens can also be misidentified when their content is taken at face value without considering the digital manipulation involved. Additionally, screens can be misidentified when their purpose or function is misunderstood, leading to confusion or misinterpretation.
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Why are television screens square?
Television screens used to be square because the technology and manufacturing processes at the time made it easier and more cost-effective to produce square screens. Additionally, the square shape was more practical for the standard 4:3 aspect ratio of television content. However, with the advancement of technology, television screens have evolved to be rectangular to accommodate the wider 16:9 aspect ratio, which is now the standard for high-definition content.
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"Whether there are 2 screens?"
Yes, there are two screens. The primary screen is where the user interacts with the device, while the secondary screen is used for displaying additional information or providing a different view. This dual-screen setup allows for multitasking and enhanced user experience.
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