I wonder how many important inventions and ideas are outcomes of insomnia. Right now, I'd venture to say-not very many. That is because I am physically tired and mentally strained but I can't seem to relieve the tension between my mind and my body on my own.
It's like "Crank Dat Soulja Boy"- I know that it is mindless and I don't want to hear what he's saying as it is extremely derogatory and in some cases downright violent (if you didn't know of the explicit sexual content, check this out) but the stripped down steel drum beat can be compelling... no really what it is is that it's played out everywhere and my students are listening to it and learning the dance ENGROSSED in it's childlike simplicity or adult themes- whichever story you believe. To me, it is like a weed that takes over and absorbs all of the nutrients out of the soil... I pick my battles though, and there is no stopping the Soulja Boy craze right now- so I'm going to use my knowledge of it (and this tutorial) to gain some ground... and then maybe I can get some sleep!
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As an educator and adherent to hip hop culture, I envision a world in which global youth are united to advocate for peace and justice.
Our children's stories of hardship and triumph detail the elements of hip hop culture. Likewise, hip hop provides a podium from which they can raise their voices.
Hip hop is an expression of the wisdom of generations past, present and future. Educators have the opportunity to make an enduring impact on the lives of their students by integrating hip hop into the K-12 curriculum. Here are my strategies and reflections.
Hip hop is an expression of the wisdom of generations past, present and future. Educators have the opportunity to make an enduring impact on the lives of their students by integrating hip hop into the K-12 curriculum. Here are my strategies and reflections.
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