Genocide Web Site Access

Hi everyone,
I would like to share with you my newly created web site that is directly geared to the course that I teach entitled "Studies in Racism and Diversity". Please feel free to visit the site and leave comments based on what you see - thanks!!
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Web Authoring: Assignment Due 4/5/10

Given the fact that there are so many technology applications (eg. PowerPoint, Windows MovieMaker, Storyboard, etc.) where the inclusion of music can significantly enhance the end product, the "FreePlayMusic" site more than fit the bill! Many of the tasks that I engage in with my students allow for the insertion of music, audio, and sound byte files that peak the interest and enthusiasm, not only of the student who is creating the product, but additionally those who will be privy to seeing these student creations when they are traditionally shared in the classroom on my laptop and overhead projector or even the Elmo. Upon spending some appreciable time with the site in checking the vast array of music genres and styles, it is very evident that this site is an indispensable resource for students and teachers alike in adding "pizzazz" to their creations. Admittedly so, teaching the Holocaust and genocides course brings with it not a host of happy and upbeat material, so when students are asked to create a product along these topics and include music as an enhancement, it goes without saying that anyone would be hard-pressed to locate a comfortable variety of music from which to select a musical piece - this site was more than adequate in offering appropriate "material". I personally chose the music file entitled "We Will Be Together Soon Underscore" as a piece that I might have chosen if I were to have to create a Holocaust task and need to add a musical accompaniment that was relative and in good taste.

One additional comment I wanted to make was in regard to our Chapter 12 weekly reading assignment - it has to do with the last paragraph on page 258 of our coursebook. It states, "...and each page within the site should use consistent colors throughout." I took exception to this suggestion and firmly believe that, if there are distinct varied topics or subjects being presented within the site, having pages with their own color scheme is a definite draw rather than hindrance. As long as the pages are not too gaudy, "electrified", or busy, working to achieve separate page "identity" will captivate rather than distract students.