Caribbeanstudies 140619214059 Phpapp02
INTRODUCTION The researcher is focusing on ‘Dancehall music has a negative impact on the students of Black River High School’ and to objectively analyse this problem statement. The statement was of interest because it is observed that now, more than ever, dancehall music is becoming the most preferred genre of music amongst youths. Consequently, various issues of students have been found abundantly evident of misconduct within the school. As the impact of dancehall music on students is an evident issue in the Caribbean this research is of great importance, as it aims to provide ways to help students understand what these impacts have on their lives. In addition, this would raise the awareness about the issue and recommendations for possible solutions.
This independent study is for partial fulfilment of the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (C.A.P.E), Caribbean Studies examination requirements which allows the researcher to contribute to her final grades.
Whilst doing this research, the researcher also aimed at improving her critical writing skills and to become proficient in data collection.
Definition of key terms
1. Dancehall music – A style of Jamaican popular music that had its genesis in the political turbulence and became Jamaica's dominant music. (Cooper. C. 2013)
2. Impact – A significant influence caused by something.
3. Student – A person enrolled in a school engage in learning.
4. School – An institution for educating people.
LITERATURE REVIEW Dancehall music, a genre of music prevalent in Jamaica, has captured the attention of many as it has really had a great impact on youths. According to Cooper. C (2013), dancehall music is a style of Jamaican popular music that had its genesis in the political turbulence of the late 1970s and became Jamaica's dominant music in the 1980s and '90s. The lyrics of dancehall music promote current social, economic and political climate presented within communities, the country and by extension, the
This independent study is for partial fulfilment of the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (C.A.P.E), Caribbean Studies examination requirements which allows the researcher to contribute to her final grades.
Whilst doing this research, the researcher also aimed at improving her critical writing skills and to become proficient in data collection.
Definition of key terms
1. Dancehall music – A style of Jamaican popular music that had its genesis in the political turbulence and became Jamaica's dominant music. (Cooper. C. 2013)
2. Impact – A significant influence caused by something.
3. Student – A person enrolled in a school engage in learning.
4. School – An institution for educating people.
LITERATURE REVIEW Dancehall music, a genre of music prevalent in Jamaica, has captured the attention of many as it has really had a great impact on youths. According to Cooper. C (2013), dancehall music is a style of Jamaican popular music that had its genesis in the political turbulence of the late 1970s and became Jamaica's dominant music in the 1980s and '90s. The lyrics of dancehall music promote current social, economic and political climate presented within communities, the country and by extension, the