1980s Webquest
Introduction
During the 1980s technology triumphed and partnered with popular music. Music was a multi-billion dollar industry and popular music influenced everything. The 1980s brought about the compact disc and CD player which caused a resurgence in the music market (before this people owned 8-tracks and record players). Other technologies included the “walkman” which offered ability for people to take music with them where ever they went! Thus, people had more freedom and developed personal relationships with their music. Last, but not least, 1981 was the birth of MTV. Now, people had a television station where they could watch music videos 24/7. Popular music was directed by video and the visual truly influence an artist’s success. This webquest will allow you to explore everything about 1980s music.
Some questions that you will be exploring include:
· What were the major rock music genres of the 1980s?
· Who were the major artists to break in the 1980s?
· How did MTV influence the music of this decade?
The Task
Your objective is to research the music and historical context of the 1980s and complete the provided sheets. Then complete the “Then and Now” Chart, how has music changed and how is it still the same?
Choose your individual group roles below. You will be responsible for completing the specific worksheet connected to your group role.
The Rock Historian -
Everything Important About the 1980s.doc
1980s MTV VJ - You were there in the beginning to bring Music Television into everyone's homes 24/7. You were a trensetting and fashion forward. You got to meet all the music artists of the 80s when they came into the studios and you have lots of great stories to tell.
MTV Worksheet.docx
Music and Entertainment Reporter -
Rock and Entertainment Journalist.docx
1980s Rap & Hip Hop Artist
Rap Music Worksheet.docx