Using Music to Enhance Student Learning: A Practical Guide for Elementary Classroom Teachers

Using Music to Enhance Student Learning, Third Edition, provides Elementary Education students with the tools and pedagogical skills to integrate music into the general education classroom, increasing student engagement in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies while stimulating social and emotional development.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 366 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Using Music to Enhance Student Learning: A Practical Guide for Elementary Classroom Teachers, Third Edition is a valuable resource for Elementary Education students seeking to integrate music into their general education classroom settings. The book aims to enhance student engagement in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, with minimal emphasis on music theory. Supported by current research in an ever-evolving field, the strategies and methods presented in this book are suitable for pre- and in-service teachers alike. The interdisciplinary approach fosters social and emotional development while promoting student attention, motivation, and learning across various subjects.

New to this edition:

• A new chapter titled "The Brain Connection" explores the impact of music on learning.


• Updated listening maps, exclusive to this edition, provide visual representations of musical concepts and their connections to other subjects.


• A revised and comprehensive songbook is now an appendix, enhancing the book's usability.


• Updated listening examples reflect diverse populations and cultural backgrounds.


• Modified references throughout the book align with the latest research findings.


• A robust companion website offers full-color animated listening maps, streaming audio tracks, sample syllabi, quizzes, assignment rubrics, links for additional resources, and more.

Using Music to Enhance Student Learning is an ideal resource for promoting learning experiences in both music and general classroom subjects. The practical, efficient, and easy-to-infuse strategies presented in this book make musical integration a valuable addition to standard curricula. By incorporating music into the classroom, teachers can create a more engaging and inclusive learning environment that enhances student growth and development.

Weight: 1032g
Dimension: 286 x 230 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138586567
Edition number: 3 New edition