national+anthems

http://www.national-anthems.net/

Strengths
 * national anthems from around the world
 * Some countries have vocal version, instrumental version and lyrics
 * links to each country's map with information about that country
 * lyrics are in the national tongue (language)
 * two versions to listen to music, windows player and real audio and you can download an MP3 of instrumental version.

Weaknesses
 * Posts lyrics, but vocal versions are not always available
 * lyrics are in the national tongue (language) - challenge to read
 * Because text is not translated, it doesn't give students an opportunity to compare themes of the texts.

Opportunities
 * what's a Pport?

Threats
 * ad links, but that's everywhere, isn't it?

Implications for classroom uses
 * When studying a country, it gives students an opportunity to hear their national anthem.
 * Compare styles between countries - what make a national anthem a national anthem?

Contributed by Deatra Spratling
 * National Anthems can be used as a springboard for the study of other countries and cultures.
 * Students can use the mp3 file to introduce a report on a country they are researching.
 * Students can match National Anthems with their country and flag in conjunction with the study of geography.
 * Students can compare and contrast the words and/or melodies of selected countries.