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Music Video Assignment

Finding Historical References and/or context in modern music

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Each student will be required to find a song that was written and published between 1960 and the year of their birth.

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The song must have a message that addresses cultural, ethical, or moral concerns.

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Students must possess a legal copy of the music that can be played at the same time that the PowerPoint project is shown. 

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Students will be asked to show a copy of the original album, CD, or Tape cover.

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Students need to include a reference to the original musician(s) and their production companies along with a the song lyrics.

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Clipart and photographs must be cited using standard bibliographic rules.

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Students will write a 200 word mini essay that describes the song's intent and message.  This essay should be a first person opinion paper that explains what the student feels the song is saying and why she or he selected it for the the project.

Targeted Washington State Essential Academic Learning Goals

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Communications 2.5

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Student communicates ideas clearly and effectively.

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To meet this standard, the student will effectively use action, sound, and/or images to support presentations

Targeted National Education Technology Standards for Students

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  NETS #3 Social, ethical, and human issues

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Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.

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Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.

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Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.