Teachers are using Taylor Swift’s music to make ‘learning fun’

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LOS ANGELES, Oct 21, (Agencies): Pop sensation Taylor Swift is making her way into classrooms across the US, with teachers integrating her music and empowering messages into their lesson plans. This unique approach is proving to be surprisingly effective in engaging students.

Sean Connolly, a special education teacher in Pennsylvania, started reimagining popular songs to teach multiplication to his students. His innovative idea began with a video using the Backstreet Boys’ “I Want It That Way” to teach multiplication by 9, which quickly went viral. Encouraged by this success, he continued to create math-themed versions of Taylor Swift’s songs, such as “Anti-Hero” for the multiplication table of 3. Swift herself noticed and liked one of his videos on TikTok.

This approach has resonated with teachers and students alike, and Connolly’s songs have been downloaded by numerous educators for classroom use. Similarly, teachers like Faith McPeek in Illinois have taken inspiration from Connolly’s work, creating their own Taylor Swift-inspired educational content. McPeek’s song tutorials have garnered millions of views and are helping students learn math in a fun and engaging way.

Taylor Swift’s relatable lyrics and catchy tunes have made her music a perfect fit for educational purposes, and teachers have embraced her songs to create a positive and engaging learning environment. From crafting Swift-themed classroom materials to using Swift’s relatable lyrics as teaching aids, educators are finding creative ways to incorporate the pop star’s influence into their classrooms.

As Swift’s music continues to inspire both teachers and students, it’s clear that her impact in the classroom is here to stay, fostering an environment of positivity and enthusiasm for learning.

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