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Dr. Edmund Adjapong is an Associate Professor of Educational Studies at Seton Hall University and Director of the Hip-Hop Culture, Equity, and Excellence Academy. His work focuses on leveraging hip-hop culture as a transformative tool in education, particularly in STEM and urban education settings. He co-founded the Science Genius program, which uses hip-hop to engage marginalized youth in STEM. Adjapong holds a PhD in Science Education from Teachers College, Columbia University (2017). His research explores culturally responsive pedagogy, equity-driven education, and systemic inequities in K-12 schools.
Education: PhD in Science Education from Teachers College, Columbia University (2017).
Research Interests: Hip-hop pedagogy, culturally responsive teaching, STEM equity, urban education reform, and youth empowerment. His approach integrates hip-hop with science education to foster curiosity and address racial disparities in STEM fields.
Awards:
- AESA Book Critic Award (2024)
- AERA HipHop Praxis SIG Early Career Award (2024)
- Seton Hall University Faculty of the Year (2021)
Adjapong leads initiatives like the Science Genius Academy, which supports students pursuing STEM careers. He advocates for hip-hop-based professional development for educators to create inclusive classrooms. His book Teach Like an MC provides practical strategies for integrating hip-hop into K-12 settings.
His work bridges academia and community through projects like hip-hop music production in STEM education, emphasizing youth voice and culturally affirming practices.
