Teaching Tupac in class?

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We do a unit on music and composition and the intersection between the two in my class. Since I know very little about music and even less about pop culture, I procured the assistance of a good friend who comes in to the class and facilitates the discussion. It's a great unit and the kids love it. Not only do they get a break from me, but they get to talk about something they know well and feel confident about. Anything that helps to make that connection between what they know and what you want them to learn is a useful teaching tool.