Summary

Jaren Small, founder of Reading with a Rapper, discusses the intersection of culture and education and how his organization uses rap music to engage students in reading, writing, and retention. He shares his journey of creating Reading with a Rapper and the challenges and opportunities that come with it. Small emphasizes the importance of literacy and the impact of low literacy rates on society. He provides advice for educators and policymakers on how to address these issues and highlights the need for diverse perspectives in decision-making.

Small also discusses the power of the college experience and the partnerships his organization has formed with Nike and Microsoft to further their mission. In this conversation, Jarren Small shares his insights and advice for the next generation. He emphasizes the importance of three key principles: the need for human connection, the danger of getting lost in oneself, and the power of giving without expecting anything in return.

These principles serve as seeds for personal growth and success. Small also highlights the shared responsibility of creating positive change and the impact that individuals can have on future generations.

Takeaways

Culture plays a crucial role in education and can be used as a tool to engage students in learning. Low literacy rates have a significant impact on individuals and society as a whole.

Partnerships between organizations and the education sector can help address the challenges in literacy and education.
It is important to include diverse perspectives in decision-making processes to ensure effective solutions. Human connection is essential for personal growth and success.

Avoid getting lost in oneself and focus on finding purpose and meaning.
Giving without expecting anything in return can lead to personal fulfillment and blessings. Creating positive change requires a shared responsibility and collective effort. The impact of our actions can have a ripple effect on future generations.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Definition of Culture
01:18
Meeting People Where They Are
02:25
The Intersection of Culture and Education
04:14
Creating Reading with a Rapper
08:12
Using Rap Music to Engage Students
12:14
Challenges and Opportunities
15:25
The Importance of Literacy
17:04
The Impact of Low Literacy
20:53
Advice for Educators and Policymakers
23:24
The Need for Diverse Perspectives
26:12
The Importance of Community
29:54
The Power of the College Experience
32:46
Partnerships with Nike and Microsoft
35:08
Continuing the Work Beyond the Headlines
36:05
Final Thoughts and Takeaways
37:04
The Power of Giving
38:02
Shared Responsibility
39:06
Impact and Ripple Effect

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