"Signing Beats: ASL Meets Hip Hop"

High School Grade Project 4 weeks

"Signing Beats: ASL Meets Hip Hop"

HCollado

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.5

Self Directed Learning

Academic Mindset

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Purpose

This project engages high school students in the vibrant fusion of ASL and hip hop, encouraging exploration of cultural narratives and innovative artistic expression within the Deaf community. Students will investigate the influence of these elements on hip hop, presenting their insights through creative, multimedia formats. Through self-directed learning and critical reflection, students will strengthen their sense of identity and belonging, while enhancing their communication skills in varied contexts.

Learning goals

Students will delve into the cultural significance and artistic expression of ASL within hip hop music, analyzing its impact on the Deaf community. They will create multimedia projects that incorporate digital tools, showcasing their ability to adapt communication for diverse audiences. By engaging in self-directed learning, students will reflect on their identity and growth while employing critical thinking to explore and address complex cultural narratives.

Standards

[Common Core] CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.6 - Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
[Common Core] CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.6 - Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
[Common Core] CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.5 - Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest.

Competencies

Self Directed Learning - Students use teacher and peer feedback and self-reflection to monitor and direct their own learning while building self knowledge both in and out of the classroom.
Academic Mindset - Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Students consider a variety of innovative approaches to address and understand complex questions that are authentic and important to their communities.

Products

Students will collaboratively create a multimedia presentation that showcases the fusion of ASL and hip hop music, highlighting the cultural narratives and identities within the Deaf community. This presentation will include original ASL interpretations of hip hop songs, digital media elements such as videos and graphics, and reflective essays that explore the impact of the Deaf community on hip hop. By the end of the project, students will host a live performance event where they present their work to peers, teachers, and community members, facilitating a dialogue about the intersection of ASL and hip hop as innovative artistic expressions.

Launch

Begin the project with an engaging workshop led by a Deaf hip hop artist who integrates ASL into their performances. The artist will share personal experiences, demonstrate their craft, and guide students in creating brief hip hop pieces that incorporate ASL. Students will then reflect on how this combination of language and music reshapes conventional narratives and encourages novel artistic expressions. This launch will inspire students to delve into and innovate at the crossroads of ASL and hip hop during the project.

Exhibition

Host a 'Deaf Beats Festival' featuring live performances, art installations, and interactive workshops led by students and local Deaf artists, creating an immersive experience that highlights the fusion of ASL and hip hop culture. Students will present their original ASL-infused hip hop performances, showcasing their exploration of cultural narratives and identities. The festival will include a Q&A session where students discuss their creative process and the impact of the Deaf community on hip hop, fostering dialogue and reflection on new artistic expressions. This event will celebrate students' learning and provide a platform for community engagement and feedback.

Learning Journey

Project Activities

Days 1 - 20

Milestone Activities

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Plan

Week 1	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3	Day 4	Day 5
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Project Launch and Introduction to ASL in Hip Hop Activity 45m	Exploring the Basics of ASL Activity 45m	Understanding Cultural Narratives Activity 45m	Personal Reflection and Identity Exploration Activity 20m Peer Sharing Circle Activity 25m	Introduction to Multimedia Tools Activity 45m
Preparation

Week 2	Day 6	Day 7	Day 8	Day 9	Day 10
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	ASL in Hip Hop: Deep Dive Activity 45m	Cultural Context and Hip Hop Activity 30m Reflection and Identity Mapping Activity 15m	Collaborative Performance Planning Activity 45m	Digital Media Integration Activity 45m	Peer Review and Feedback Activity 45m
Preparation

Week 3	Day 11	Day 12	Day 13	Day 14	Day 15
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	ASL and Hip Hop Performance Rehearsal Activity 45m	Feedback Session with Deaf Artists Activity 30m Reflection and Adjustments Activity 15m	Multimedia Presentation Development Activity 45m	Final Performance Refinement Activity 25m Peer Review and Final Feedback Activity 20m	Digital Journal/Vlog Reflection Activity 20m Preparation for Deaf Beats Festival Activity 25m
Preparation

Week 4	Day 16	Day 17	Day 18	Day 19	Day 20
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Final Performance Rehearsal Activity 45m	Multimedia Presentation Development Activity 45m	Peer and Expert Feedback Session Activity 45m	Reflection and Self-Assessment Activity 20m Final Touches and Preparation Activity 25m	Deaf Beats Festival Exhibition Activity 45m
Preparation