Web Index Page
of
Patricia
Jimenez
Web Drop
Assignments:
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Web Drop #1: “Discovering the Elements of Music.” This activity allows music students to discover
and define the basic elements of music.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/webdrop1.htm
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Web Drop #2:
“Do
You Hear What I Hear?”
Students should be able to describe a musical composition in grand and
glorious detail using the basic elements of music. Perceptive listening brings
understanding of how the elements of music connect with the function of the
music.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/webdrop2.htm
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Web Drop #3:
“Vocal
Music of the Baroque Era.” This supplementary activity explores and
compares the three main genres of Baroque vocal music – opera, cantata,
and oratorio. Students will concentrate on three main composers: Purcell, Bach,
and Handel.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/webdrop3.htm
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Web Drop #4:
“Comparing
Gospels to Spirituals Research” will prepare students to
differentiate between gospel and spiritual songs. Students will understand the history and
function of gospel music in order to discuss messages of the lyrics.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/webdrop4.htm
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Web Drop #5:
“Politics
In Music” takes a look at how some mainstream artists infuse
politics into their music. This
high school level research and listening activity will help to prepare students
to understand the connection between music and politics.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/webdrop5.htm
Course Modules:
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Computer Retirement: It is important to remember that
“format” and “delete” not do mean erase. This course module provides information
concerning the importance of removing private security data from the hard drive
before the transfer or the disposal of a computer.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/coursemod1.htm
Elective
Assignments:
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Music Clip Art:
Music clip art sites are useful tools in dressing up classroom
activities.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/clipart.htm
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Newsletter Subscriptions: This is a summary of experiences of two
music newsletters subscriptions.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/nwslttrelect.htm
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Filtering Software: While Internet filtering software is not
without flaw, it can be an effective deterrent to undesirable cyber space
activities. This article considers some of the pros and cons of using filtering
software.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/filtering.doc
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Silicon Snake Oil: Clifford Stoll focuses on the negative
social impact of technology in his 1995 book, Silicon Snake Oil. My
essay posts my response to his suggestion that progressive technology works
against literacy and creativity.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/siliconsnakeoil.doc
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Evaluating Websites: I have created a checklist will help
you to decide if a website is useful as an instructional resource. I also used the
checklist against two websites chosen at random concerning church modes. Open the door to wisdom while staying
attuned to common sense.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/webeval.htm
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Hoaxes and Myths: Chain letters pervade our e-mail with
pleas for support. We need the knowledge to decide the difference between
hoaxes, myths, and realities. This
personal experience and reaction will give you a place to start.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/hoaxmyths.doc
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Virtual Field Trip: Choral students can
choose one of four virtual trips to destinations where they can learn more
about the instruments which accompany their musical performances.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/fieldtrip.htm
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Teacher Made Websites: I
had little difficulty in locating lesson plans, suggestions, and musical
resources created for teachers.
Finding sites created by teachers
was a bit more challenging. The
best treasures were found by using search phrases such as teacher created sites and sites
by music teachers. Ideas and
suggestions offered by these teachers are already proofed in the classroom.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/teachsites.htm
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Citing Internet Resources: It is important to give proper
credit to the creators of sources used in data collection. There are two main styles MLA and
APA. This assignment identifies two
good example sources for MLA formatting.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/citing.doc
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Keypals: Connecting keypals from other parts of the
country and/or world promotes the cultural exchange of understandings and ideas. This
document lists possible music activities to explore with keypals as well as two
great sites to get you started.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/keypals.htm
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Online Shopping: This document takes a quick look at
various methods of online shopping, safety precautions, and, offers favorite
shopping site links for your exploration.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/onlineshop.htm
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Sounds on the Web: This secondary level music listening
activity introduces the sounds and voices of vaudeville.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/websounds.htm
Article Critiques:
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"When E-mail Goes Wrong": This article discusses the processes,
problems, and solutions of e-mail.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/articlereview1.doc
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Advantages of Virtual Education: Early technology integration and
interaction preparation will ensure greater success not only in higher grades,
but also in employment and everyday communication.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/discussionthread2.doc
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Information Literacy Standards: It is important for teachers to be aware
of computer literacy standards.
Students should be able to effectively find and apply useful information
form internet sites.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/articlereview2.doc
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Read On:
Elizabeth Dobler wrote an excellent article concerning reading on the
Internet. My assignment was to
offer experience and evaluation of good or bad website designs.
http:/www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/readon.doc
Best
Search Engines: This document
shows my pick of search engines for various uses.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/bestsearch.htm
Bibliography
Link: Choristers of all levels
will find useful information on building choral tone in this series of
interesting music links.
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/jimenezp/weblinkbib.htm