Site Design

As my website comes to fruition, I am able to see how the theorical aspect of the class subconsciously influences my design of each page;how the specific looks of each page carry purposeful meaning for me. Each of the html pages on my site are simply designed so that the the viewer is able to absord information in a less distracting manner. These pages are design in a way which the data are related to one another. I purposely included pictures and videos to make it more appealing and interesting, in hopes of sustaining the viewers attention. It also allows the data to be processed in a more meaning way as oppose to fragmented way. I tried to avoid putting lots of data and information to avoid distraction and cognitive overload. Sometimes I feel that too much unrelated data on a page interferes with meaningful learning because it increases the chance of fragmented learning.

The two pages that are meant for copious information are the Homepage and the News page. These two pages offer the viewer optional starting point --determined by their interest --in order to construct his/her own learning experience within the site.

As a performer, I have also taken into account how a performer would enjoy viewing the page. Performers are accustomed to presentation, therefore pictures and videos add a performance-like element to the design of some of the pages on my site.