Comments for The Hip-Hop Classroom

Comment on Flocabulary Under Attack! by Flocabulary

Flocabulary — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:03:05 +0000

Thanks so much for your support!

Comment on Julius Caesar Rap in a Quick Minute by Flocabulary

Flocabulary — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:02:25 +0000

Thanks!!! Keep at it!

Comment on Rhyme ‘n Learn by Alexjel

Alexjel — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 02:25:50 +0000

The article is absolutely amazing!
I hotelby at the author requested permission to publish this post on my blog?
Of course I will put a link to the source!

Comment on Julius Caesar Rap in a Quick Minute by Skylie

Skylie — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:13:33 +0000

Guys! Awesome job -I work in Hong Kong and just had a high school class listen to it – they loved it and it inspired them to write their own! Thanks so much!

Comment on The Amendments… Rapped! by Derek

Derek — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 22:58:26 +0000

Killer beat, lyrics are clear and precise. Hands down, best song on the site. thanks.

Comment on Flocabulary Under Attack! by nicheartist

nicheartist — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 14:45:16 +0000

Hey Flocabbers,

I just wanted to encourage you all to stand by your game. The proof is in the pudding:) I hate to say it, but anyone who knows anything about Tucker Carlson should realize he is a neo- conservative, opinionated such-and-such. I am sorry that he has made a victim of such a great program. I have been using rap music to reach minds for 10 plus years (7 as an educator), and I am living proof that rap music can help produce an articulate vocabulary and foster formal language development. Ebonics or AAE is actually an excellent example of language evolution. I am sure Tucker can do a great job of doing what he does best. Like any critic he sits on the sidelines and criticizes all the people who are actually furthering our society through honest efforts. In the words of the youth culture. DUDE BE HATIN’! Keep on doing what you do:)

P.S. I wouldn’t bother posting anything to his blog short of a very convincing and well written essay on the development of language, and the importance of properly engaging students. Even then it is like arguing with a rock.

Comment on Flocabulary Under Attack! by Lynn Danielle Treasure

Lynn Danielle Treasure — Sat, 15 May 2010 19:04:31 +0000

Efficacious education systems recognize the scientific artistry of the learning process and develop guidelines to direct instruction. Students’ individuals needs determine their individual successes. Because of this, effective educational systems incorporate programs that are specific to their demographic needs; programs that are measurable, achievable, realistic/relevant and timelined. Maybe Mr. Carlson should research student-centered learning models like the Flocabulary program BEFORE forming an opinion!

Comment on Flocabulary Under Attack! by greatbob

greatbob — Sat, 15 May 2010 03:24:15 +0000

I clicked on the link just to read the article because I was curious, but not intending to post a comment. After reading the blog I was so stunned and angry that I signed up for an account and then posted multiple comments. I just don’t understand how people can be so ignorant.

Comment on Flocabulary Under Attack! by Tommy T.

Tommy T. — Fri, 14 May 2010 22:14:16 +0000

This kind of thinking and criticism just makes me sick! If we are not teaching the orthodoxy of 19th century, reading, writing, and arithmetic we must be doing something wrong. As a teacher of more than 25 years I use every tool in my tool bag to get young people to connect with learning, to think, and to wrestle with who we are as a people, and where we are going as a global community.

Comment on 3 Questions with An Amazing Educator by Donna McElveen

Donna McElveen — Thu, 06 May 2010 23:49:12 +0000

I have had the priveledge of working with Tanya and she exempflies the model of someone who doesn’t just teach , but inspire ! Tanya I am so proud of you.