Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Mathematical Rap Videos


Using Math Rap Videos

Senior mathematics can be very tough form many students to grasp and retain. Few teachers, like Ernesto Lara, write and produce their own mathematical rap songs/videos to share with students. Most of students find it easier to understand and retain geometry and calculus concepts through memorizing the beats and lyrics.

Using rap videos, especially those displaying pictures of the presented mathematical concept along with the written lyrics will allow students to learn math concepts in a more interactive way. Students will stay focused and pay attention to the video presented. Many students just remember the lyrics of the song, which helps them to sing it to themselves during a test and a quiz. This will elevate their academic performance along with increasing their motivation level towards learning math.  

 

          Since understanding the lyrics of the rap videos is an essential aspect for students to memorize the song and utilize it, teachers can provide students with the written lyrics before playing the song. So, if there are any students with special needs or ESL students who find some difficulties with decomposing the song lyrics, would have the chance to refer to the provided lyrics.

 

Ernesto Lara and his students’ feedback on rap song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4RaYz6t5y8

 

An example of how to solve quadratic equations:


 

2 comments:

  1. I liked this idea when Mr. Petro send us the link at the beginning of the course. These two videos are also a couple of great examples. Rap videos make learning math fun and engaging for students, I also like how you made a note about ESL students who will utilize them too, this is true as melodies often help them memorize new terminology.

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  2. Hello,
    Thank you for sharing. This is a great way to have students engaged in any lesson really. It is good for all the types of learners we might have in our classes. Visual, tactile, and auditory learners can benefit from these videos and not to forget the ESLs. We can even step it up a notch and have the students come up with their own song about any specific expectation and have them present it in groups in class.

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