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The Project Goal
To develop a 21st century seminar for
the digital age student. JAY-Z was
chosen as the vehicle to encourage
students to explore Rap music and
develop knowledge skills for lifelong
learning.
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The Project GoalJAY-Z: In Tha’ Mix seminar, will discuss his lyrics and their meaning by examining select recordings, essays, and criticisms.
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GamificationJAY-Z: In Tha’ Mix is a gamification hybrid that applies game elements to instructional activities.
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GamificationThis process, integrating game dynamics and mechanics, was chosen to encourage students to participate, share, and interact with Hip Hop culture and Rap music.
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Digital NationDivergent resources were selected to facilitate students learning development by using multiple content formats.
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Digital NationThe implementation of assorted formats, including enhanced media, provides a cumulative digital experience for the student’s knowledge base including: creating, reading, listening, note-taking, sharing, and self-exploration.
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Digital NationDJ Hero will engage students by simulating DJ turntablism; by connecting gaming activities to assignments, discussions, and projects on JAY-Z and current rap artists.
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“Rap is the aboriginal music of the planet”
Afrika Bambaataa
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2012 French Socialist presidential candidate François Hollande used “N—as in Paris” as a soundtrack for his “48 H Avec FH” campaign video.
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Hollande used the news piece video, “48 H Avec FH” to reach out to France’s youth and diverse ethnic communities.
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The video features comments by a diverse collection of individuals representing age, class, ethnicity, gender, and racial groups.
Hollande’s campaign video shocked many Americans. But not the French.
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François Hollande wins the May 5th runoff election against the incumbent President Nicolas Sarkozy.Rap music has help shape France’s 21st century social and political discourse.
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Digital Nation http://hiphopwired.com/2012/03/29/every-jay-z-magazine-cover-ever-photos/12/
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