588110 external_news 1488311402 1488311402 <![CDATA[Georgia Tech Class Uses Outkast to Teach Social Justice]]> Joycelyn Wilson, visiting professor in the School of Literature, Media, and Communication, was quoted in “Georgia Tech Class Uses Outkast to Teach Social Justice” by WXIA-TV.

Excerpt:

Radio meets the real world in Dr. Joycelyn Wilson's classroom.

"Oh my gosh, this class has been amazing," said fourth year student Raianna Brown.

The course is about going beyond the mindset of the car or the club where many typically enjoy hip-hop, to understand what these performers are saying about the lives and experiences of others.

"I really love the conversations that we have," said Amidat Sonekan, a third year student. "For someone who's not really good with words, it kind of helps me find those words that help explain why hip-hop is so important."

The course is called Exploring the Lyrics of Outkast and Trap Music to Explore Politics of Social Justice.  Students meets once a week for three hours, listening to music, breaking down lyrics and engaging in discussions about the meanings behind the beats.

For the full article, read here.

 

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