Concept Raps versus Concept Maps: A Culturally Responsive Approach to STEM Vocabulary Development

This article argues that the development of rap song lyrics or lyrical concept mapping can be a viable pedagogical alternative to the development of concept maps as a means to reinforce STEM vocabulary. Hip-hop pedagogy is a culturally responsive pedagogy that leverages the funds of knowledge acquir...

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Main Authors: Jamaal Young, Jemimah Young, Marti Cason, Nickolaus Ortiz, Marquita Foster, Christina Hamilton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-07-01
Series:Education Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/8/3/108