Multicultural Speaker Series - Inclusivity in Instructor Activities
Dr. Marc Lamont Hill
About Dr. Marc Lamont Hill
Biography
As a scholar and award-winning author, Dr. Hill expertly dissects political and social moments as a way to initiate frank discussions on culture, politics and race. By identifying key issues, challenges, controversies and trends in the news, he spotlights the work that must be done to sustain the ongoing struggle for equality and freedom.
Dr. Hill’s message emphasizes the importance of working across generations to promote America’s youth and even rely on them to inspire future progress. He provides concrete solutions for bringing communities together, along with anecdotes and examples to inspire hope and courage.
On stage, Dr. Hill displays the charismatic and provocative style that has made him a popular host of HuffPost Live, BET News and VH1 Live, as well as a former political contributor for CNN. Audiences are drawn to his passion and intellect while responding positively to his call to continuously reimagine the world they want to live in. (Taken from Heart of a Man Series, Dr. Marc Lamont Hill biography)
Media & Articles
Books
Except for Palestine: The Limits of Progressive Politics
Nobody: Casualties of America's War on the Vulnerable, from Ferguson to Flint and Beyond
We Still Here: Pandemic, Policing, Protest, and Possibility
Beats, Rhymes, and Classroom Life: Hip-Hop Pedagogy and the Politics of Identity
Debate Activity Type
For this activity example, we will use the Debate Activity format. Information on the history, significance and educational outcome of Debates as a Classroom activity can be found on ablconnect, a research project of Harvard University. Additionally, review the associated video for more information.