Niki Jacob

DPM1 Lesson 2: What is Print Media

Objectives: Define print media; identify two benefits and two challenges; name major print processes and basic finishing steps.

Opening With: L2: YouTube — Flexographic Printing Basics

Lecture: L2 What is Print Media;

Topics: What counts as print media; Common formats; Strengths and challenges; Processes overview (offset, flexography, digital); Finishing; QR bridge to digital

Activities: Benefits vs. Challenges chart; Processes table (name, definition, example) Student Packet: Module 1 Vocabulary + Activities

Vocabulary: Print Media, Offset Printing, Flexography, Digital Printing (Toner/Inkjet), Finishing, QR Code, Credibility

Assessment: Exit ticket with 2 benefits, 2 challenges, and 1 process explained in one sentence

Homework: Bring one printed item from school or home for quick show‑and‑tell next class