How Hip-Hop Can Help Teens Understand Themselves Better

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I recently came across this great little video on YouTube from 2016 called “Finding Yourself Through Hip-Hop.” The video is a reminder of how hip-hop can be used in the classroom to help students write and record different emotional experiences, help them to articulate and analyze their experiences, and help them to understand themselves and the world better. 

About the Author

Larry Alexander is a professional English tutor, former college English professor, and lifelong hip-hop enthusiast. He has nine years of teaching experience at Prairie State College and is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He offers tutoring in essay writing, personal narrative, business English, grammar, and proofreading.

He believes in the transformative power of hip-hop as literature, as education, and as a vehicle for self-knowledge. Visit tutorwithlarry.com to learn more or book a session.

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Throughout my nine years of teaching college English, my guiding philosophy has been straightforward: my students were the focal point of my attention. They deserved respect, and each one brought their unique life narrative to the table. As a tutor, my role revolves around patience, understanding, and empowerment. I strive to help individuals discover and cultivate their distinct writing styles. Moreover, I aspire to facilitate their exploration of topics that truly captivate them, employing multimedia tools to bolster their understanding of grammar, journal writing, error correction, and essay revisions.