Abstract
Hip-Hop culture in the lives of youth can not be ignored. This research is based on the premise that youth workers who expect ongoing successes must increase their Hip Hop culture competence. The study examined the knowledge of and attitude towards Hip-Hop by educators who participated in a Hip-Hop 101 workshop. Their perceptions relevant to the importance of Hip-Hop awareness and application for positively influencing youth behaviors were also explored. Results revealed that workshop participants significantly increased their Hip-Hop knowledge. They also demonstrated significantly more favorable attitudes toward Hip-Hop and its use for youth development. Findings suggest that the workshop promoted an environment conducive to bridging the generation gap between youth who embrace Hip-Hop, and educators who have a less favorable view. This research provides insight into Hip-Hop Developmenttm as a core component for establishing the kinds of youth-adult partnerships necessary for today’s Hip-Hop generation’s self-growth, skill enhancement, and leadership development.
Recommended Citation
Harper, P. Thandi Hicks; Rhodes, Warren A.; Thomas, Duane E.; and Leary, George
(2007)
"Hip-Hop Developmenttm
Bridging the Generational Divide for Youth
Development,"
Journal of Youth Development: Vol. 2:
Iss.
2, Article 9.
Available at:
https://open.clemson.edu/jyd/vol2/iss2/9
