Cultural policy in general refers to government measures taken to encourage or to protect activities in areas defined as cultural (Marsh & James, 2012). Through the decades, the cultural sector has played a most important role in national cohesion. Government intervention has also boosted the cultural industry and so have technological advances, which have helped in the dissemination of mass culture among the citizens. The modern- state is a sophisticated information apparatus with the government and traditional mass media acting as the two major information arms (Gasher, 2012, p. 9). However, there have been several stumbling blocks.
Les Paul, A Music Revolutionary Les Paul played a key role in the innovation of modern day music. He was responsible for many inventions that are still used all around the world. His contribution to the music industry was a turning point for music. It was a leap in the right direction on the path to the current industry. The development of multi-track recording was one of Paul’s most successful projects, along with the invention of the first solid body electric guitar in 1941.
American Popular Music Assignment #3 May 11, 2015 Music from the 70’s The decade of the 70’s seemed to be an incredibly fun and eye opening time for youth and musicians alike. This decade of indulgence and experimentation gave way to a multitude of choices for music fans around the world, especially in Europe and United States. To choose only three different types of music from this amazing time in our history is a little difficult. I consider my music taste to be eclectic, and I try to keep an open mind. That being said, I would have to say if I grew up in the 70’s that my three choices for different types of music would probably be; Progressive Rock, Southern Rock, and Afro-Centric Funk.
“When we love a piece of music, it reminds us of other music we have heard, and it activates memory traces of emotional times in our lives. Your brain on music is all about, as Francis Crick said, connections.” What is music? Many of us have distinctive definitions of this complex term because it plays a unique role in each of our lives. Daniel J. Levitin, the author of This Is Your Brain on Music, looks at music from a neuropsychological perspective. How music affects us is connected through our brains neurochemistry, our mental associations with the music, our culture, and our spirit, which are all mentioned in this scientific journey.
While I was reading this activity it was unclear at first read why it fit into the lesson. To avoid this, it would be beneficial for the students to be offered an overview of the lesson so that they know they are learning about the importance of images in album artwork and that this will be used in the final project. The final activity and assessment they will be connecting the images of an album artwork to a character, relationship, or theme they have discussed in The One Who Flew the Cuckoo’s Nest. This activity is beneficial to students because it gave specific examples of different album images that promoted different feelings and meanings, and then asks the students to find meaning in the images of their favorite albums. This is helpful because you are setting up personal connections with your students by allowing them to use their personal interests while still staying focused on the
Some student profiles created by faculty members contain information that could be called into question because of biases and stereotyping. Conclusion This report provides a descriptive framework of the Kelsey Elementary School. At first glance, the systems, faculty, and personal that are in place seem to function well. Further observation reveals that although there are good communication methods in place, there is room for improvement. There are several factors that lead to a breakdown in communications but there are many tools and exercises that can aide in the improvement of communication between staff members, teachers and students, administrators and faculty, and all others associated with Kelsey
Reading this will better help them connect their history lessons to real life. That is why I believe this book should be taught alongside history lessons pertaining to that point in time. Having this book read in an English class while learning facts about the Dust Bowl in History class will form connections better than just one or the
Of all the performers of the 60's, Hendrix was the most influential in the world of music. His technically superior ability as a guitarist far exceeded the extravagant showmanship for which he was mostly known. Hendrix influence still remains today in the playing of every guitarist. He was also a largely pivotal figure in the continuance of American black music. He intently reformed the music of his forefathers and elders of Rob Johnson, Muddy Waters, Charlie Christian, and Chuck Berry, into electrifying future soul and balladry.
Why is Wikipedia a reliable source? Over the years we have come to know Wikipedia as a reliable source of information. Students, Educators and Professionals use the online encyclopedia as a source of credible information that they utilize in their papers, reports and presentations. According to Cnet, an online credible news source, Jimmy Wales (the founder of Wikipedia) has always maintained that the service and its community are built around a self-policing and self-cleaning nature that is supposed to ensure its articles are accurate. To the argument of an open-source database, Wikipedia is known as having some of the most influential and credible authors of our time posting their researched information for others to view and use.
The editors at Wikipedia consist of volunteer editors, writers, and administrators who attempt consensus to ensure comprehensive, quality material is produced by the millions of worldwide contributors (Bernstein, 2011). New information is posted much more quickly than print resources, ensuring the most up-to-date information on any given subject. Another advantage of Wikipedia is easy access via the Internet. In today’s technology-laden world, access to an Internet connection is almost as common as restroom facilities. Providing students, researchers, and the public across the globe with a library that does not require a working knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System provides more opportunity for learning, collaboration, and connectivity.