The Four Levels of Implementing Mathematical Rap in Your Classroom

Authors

  • Rodney Andres Perez El Rancho High School, El Rancho Unified School District California State University, Fullerton

Abstract

Accessing cultural funds of knowledge using hip-hop can increase engagement and can be implemented in the classroom at various levels. This paper provides a framework for implementing mathematical rap in mathematics classrooms. Real classroom examples are provided to illustrate use-cases and student products.

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2020-12-02

How to Cite

Perez, R. A. (2020). The Four Levels of Implementing Mathematical Rap in Your Classroom. Ohio Journal of School Mathematics, 86(1). Retrieved from https://ohiomathjournal.org/index.php/OJSM/article/view/7786

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