Culturally Responsive Pedagogy in Action: Teach Like an MC

Supporting the launch of Dr. Edmund Adjapong’s book, Teach Like an MC, aligned perfectly with the Institute’s mission to advance culturally responsive pedagogy.

The celebratory event and accompanying workshop trained educators to adopt the precision, presence, and power of an emcee in the classroom — transforming teaching into a community-centered art form.

This launch amplified the voices of students and teachers who position culture not as a supplementary element but as the foundation of curriculum development.

The methodology provides teachers with practical strategies to connect academic content with students’ lived experiences, creating classrooms where community knowledge is valued alongside traditional academic discourse.

Dr. Adjapong’s work offers a replicable framework for teacher education programs nationwide, demonstrating how culturally responsive teaching practices can be systematically implemented to transform educational experiences.