Based on your exploration of the website front page in the previous response, choose a link from the front page that you personally want to explore. Click the link you have chosen, then write a paragraph that addresses the following:
• Which link did you initially choose to explore and why did you choose that one? Relate your answer to you personally in terms of what type of art viewer you identify yourself as.
• As you move through the website clicking on additional links and exploring further, look for places where you see yourself (as you define yourself) represented or acknowledged in the website’s content. Chronicle and discuss your experience.
• As you explore further, look for places where you notice that you (as you define yourself) are NOT represented in the website’s content or look for content that does not relate to you personally. Chronicle and discuss your experience.
1.3 The Role of the Museum in the Community (15 points)
The Dallas Museum of Art presents us with a diverse collection of art from many different cultures and historical periods. Explore the entire museum, including the events sections. Pay attention to the world regions, countries, cultural groups, religious beliefs, themes, and time periods represented in the vast collections.
Write a long paragraph in which you respond to the following questions with specific details:
· How does the DMA teach visitors to understand and respect cultural diversity? Cite specific examples from the website to justify your explanation.
· How do DMA information and educational materials on the website enhance your understanding of people from other cultures and periods in history? Cite specific examples.
· What role do you think the DMA plays in our community? In other words, what is its purpose here in Dallas? Explain why you think what you do.
· In addition to exhibiting artwork, what other cultural events are hosted by the DMA?
· Do you think the DMA website is user-friendly? Why or why not?
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