Category: Music

Semester long research paper about a rapper just make it all one paper. 
Here are the directions 
Students must develop a semester long paper that explores the lived experiences of one Gangster Rap artist or Gangster Rap group; as well as conduct a qualitative analysis on one album. The first part of this paper or Midterm Paper is a five-page summary (double-spaced) and analysis of a set of lyrics (from one album). Students are expected to identify 1-2 themes from the Hip-Hop Framework and trace this theme(s) across the artist’s album. Analysis should also be guided by a stated research question.
More specifically, Midterm Papers are required to plainly identify or explain: (1) name of artist/group; (2) (if possible) racial-ethnic identity of artist/group; (3) location: neighborhood, city & state artist/group; (4) name and significance of album; (5) guiding question for paper; (6) coding scheme (1-2 themes) used to analyze the album in relation to paper’s question; (7) conclusion; and (8) references. Midterm Papers should span between seven-to-eight pages (including title, abstract and reference pages).
Coding schemes consist of 1 or2 themes selected from the Hip-Hop framework. Also, the Hip-Hop framework posted on Canvas. 
Moreover, students will code the entire album or identify where your 1-2 themes emerge on the album. Specifically, the Midterm Paper assignment also requires students to highlight all lyrics that speaks or applies to your coding scheme. Also, in a separate file, please submit the lyrics of the entire album; with the highlighted lyrics that speak to your theme(s). If you fail to submit the coded lyrics for the entire album, then 25 points will be deducted from your Final Paper grade. This means that a perfect paper will only receive a 75 for a grade.
Furthermore, Midterm Papers consist of seven parts: 
I. Mid-Term Paper – Qualitative Analysis
(1) Title page (1 page);
(2) Abstract – (1paragraph);
(3) Introduction – the introduction clearly describes the focus or topic, population and research question(s) (1/2 – 1 page);
(4) Qualitative Analysis (4-5 pages)
(5) Conclusion (1/2 page – 1page) –summarize core arguments raised in paper;
(6) Reference section
(7) Coded Lyrics – print out all lyrics for one album and code lyrics
Final Papers are tasked with revising the Midterm Paper and conducting a five-page literature review. Also, this literature review is required to draw on high-quality academic references including: journal articles, edited book chapters, books or reputable news periodicals. And the literature review should be inserted at the beginning of the paper; and the revised Midterm Paper should follow the literature review. Final Papers should consist of 12-14 pages (including title, abstractand reference pages).
Final Papers consist of seven parts:
II. Final Paper – Literature Review
(1) Title page (1 page); 
(2) Abstract – (1paragraph);
(3) Introduction – the introduction clearly describes the focus or topic, population and research question(s) (1/2 – 1 page);
(4) Literature Review (4-5 pages); 
(5) Revision of Midterm paper (5 pages); 
(6) Conclusion – remind the reader of the core arguments raised in your paper (1page); 
(7) Reference section
Students must develop a semester long paper that explores the lived experiences of one Gangster Rap artist or Gangster Rap group; as well as conduct a qualitative analysis on one album from this artist or group.
The first part of this paper or Midterm Paper is worth 20% and is due on Tuesday April 2nd, 2024. More specifically, this first part requires a five-page summary and analysis of a set of lyrics (from one album). This paper is required to plainly identify or explain in the opening paragraph: (1) name of artist/group; (2) racial-ethnic identity of artist/group; (3) location: neighborhood, city & state artist/group; (4) name and significance of album; (5) coding scheme used for qualitative analysis; and a (6) guiding question for paper.
This paper opens up with an introduction that explains the focus on the paper. Secondly, the body of the paper consist of a critical summary or qualitative analysis in relation to the paper’s question. Last, this paper is completed with a formal conclusion or summary of the paper; to be followed with a reference section. Midterm papers should consist of eight pages (including title, abstract and reference pages).
Coding Schemes consist of 1-2 fundamental components of the Hip-Hop framework. This Hip-Hop framework will be discussed in class and posted on Canvas.
Additionally, the Mid-Term Paper assignment requires students to code the entire album in the relation to the paper’s 1-2 themes, which means highlighting everything that applies to your chosen coding scheme. Also, you will have to submit the lyrics of the entire album with your paper; with the highlighted lyrics that speak to your theme. If you fail to submit the coded lyrics for the entire album then 25 points will be deducted from your Final Paper grade. This means that a perfect paper will only receive a 75 for their grade without the coded lyrics.
Please see Final Assignment Outline for more detailed information on the Midterm Paper. Also, make sure to review sample papers as an example of a well-written Midterm paper. The Final Assignment Outline and sample papers are attached on this course’s Canvas site.
IIa. Final Paper Assignment (Part 2): Thesecond part of the term paper or Final Paper is an extension of the first part. Put simply, the Final Paper consist of a revised Mid Term Paper and an additional five-page literature review.
The Final Paper is worth 20% and is due on May 20, 2024. 
More specifically, the Final Paper’s five-page literature should focus on the background or biography of the artist or group; and larger Hip-Hop academic literature in relation to the paper’s research question. This paper identifies the artist’s/group’s: (1) childhood & family experiences; (2) relationship with friends and local community; (3) experiences with street life; (4) impetus for Hip-Hop music; (5) current Hip-Hop standing and social impact of music; (6) how artist/group is tied to larger arguments in the Hip-Hop literature; and (7) reference page. And the majority of the Final Paper needs to focus on a review of the larger academic literature in relation to your artist.
Also, your paper is required to be grounded in high quality references (i.e., journal articles, edited book chapters, academic books). Papers with cheap or low-quality references (i.e. YouTube interviews, Wikipedia, poor websites) will be penalized.
Final Papers also must be written in APA style; be 12-14 pages in length; and have at least 10 high quality or traditional academic sources or references.
Again, please see Final Assignment Outline for more detailed information on the Final Paper. Also, make sure to review sample papers as an example of a well-written Final Paper. The Final Assignment Outline and sample papers are attached on this course’s Canvas site
* you can pick any ganster rap artist ( outside of tupac ) * just has to be ganster rapper only.

You will need a PC or Mac laptop. You will log in to my school web page and remake a
Song’s website is https://one.fullsail.edu/. I’ll send an email and password to you after you 
accept assignment you will also need to put reaper on your PC or mac 

In this task, you will evaluate the vertical alignment of a concept or unit of instruction in the prior, current, and next grade or level (Music 9-12). 
You will also reflect on how to work with your team to ensure horizontal alignment of a curriculum for a specific grade or level.
music (9-12 is the subject) 
Vertical Alignment
A. Gather the curriculum map or curriculum materials for a concept or unit of instruction in the prior, current, and next grade or level in your subject area and then do the following: 
1. Describe the curriculum, including the following:
• current grade or level
• concept or unit of instruction
• standards that correspond to the prior grade or level
• standards that correspond to the current grade or level
• standards that correspond to the next grade or level 
2. Describe the learning progression across the three grades or levels. 
3. Discuss a potential gap or redundancy in knowledge or skills across the three grades or levels. 
4. Suggest two improvements to the current grade or level curriculum to better align vertically with the prior or next grade or level curriculum. 
Horizontal Alignment 
B. Discuss how you would work with a team of teachers in your school or district who all teach the same grade or level in a specific subject area to ensure that there is horizontal alignment for the curriculum unit identified in part A1, by doing the following: 
1. Discuss the steps your team would take to ensure horizontal alignment of the curriculum resources for the unit.
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. Discuss the steps your team would take to ensure horizontal alignment of the instructional strategies for the unit. 
3. Discuss the steps your team would take to ensure horizontal alignment of the assessments for the unit.
C. Acknowledge sources, using APA-formatted in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.
D. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.

Look through the items here and if something strikes your fancy, read/watch/listen to it (there’s a wide assortment). To earn credit, write a thoughtful response to the item you chose. Briefly summarize the material and show how you engaged with the material. How did the item make you think? How did the material you’ve studied so far help you understand it? How did the item enlarge your understanding of the course material? How did it resonate with your previous experience? Why should someone else engage with the item? (These are questions to get you started. This list is not intended to serve as a checklist.) Note: Some entries include two related items. For full credit, you must discuss both.
Rubric: 
Writing counts. Use formal tone, proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc. Organize your ideas. Address specific points from the material; the details you include reflect your engagement with the material. The greater your level of engagement, the more points I am likely to award as your bonus. I may award more or fewer points depending on the complexity of the item and/or the depth of your engagement.
Each topic has its own Prompt
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You will be exploring 9 Funk bands.
Write three facts about each artist/group
Choose a song to listen to
Write three facts about the song. 
Group 1: Fatback Band
Group 2: Jimmy Castor
Group 3: B. T. Express
Group 4: Lakeside
Group 5: Dazz Band
Group 6: The Gap Band
Group 7: Roger Troutman and Zapp
Group 8: Con Funk Shun
Group 9: Bar-Kays

write an essay on how music can be transcend cultural boundaries and serve to be the universal language.
write the references

Research several hip-hop album reviews from Pitchfork (https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/), Rolling Stone (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-album-reviews), or other well-renowned journalistic publications of choice and, using those reviews as archetypes, write a 400-600 word review of a hip-hop album of your choice.
Excellent album reviews will have some historical context (i.e., comparing similar previous albums by that artist and other artists) and a well-written narrative that includes all or nearly all of the tracks on the album.
Some questions to ponder: Why is this album successful or unsuccessful? How does it compare to other similar albums? Which metaphors or similes would you use to describe some of the musical aspects? Which tracks catch your attention and why? How does the album flow from one song into another?
Use astroworld from Travis Scott. 

It’s my senior project and i just need a 5 page essay/ research paper on how music benefits mental health with recherch and evidence 

Create a 2400 word personalised ‘Development Plan’ that identifies your strengths, areas to be developed, prerequisites for your chosen career path and demonstrates an understanding of the operational issues for business and people who work in the creative industries. This should form the basis of your career development plans and strategies that will evolve during your studies.

Written Assignments: 
Two page typewritten MLA documented essay on your favorite musical group or artist.
AND
Two page typewritten MLA documented essay on your favorite song or album.
This writing assignment is purely subjective and represents only your opinion. This will be graded by MLA standards and whether you completed the assignment. That means one inch margins all the way around, new times roman 12 point font, double spaced. I’m interested in your opinion so this assignment is purely subjective. I don’t want lyrics copy and pasted or anything copy and pasted. I want you to tell me WHY this music effected you or your life… WHY it’s important to you.