Using Music In The Classroom

By Emma Clarke, QIS

Using Music In The Classroom

•Why use Music?

•Choosing the right style.

•When to use music.

• Pros and Cons.

Why Use Music?

"Almost all children respond to music. Music is an open-sesame, and if you can use it carefully and appropriately, you can reach into that child's potential for development." Dr. Clive Robbins (Music Therapist)

What Music Does…• Can be used as a positive behaviour management tool.• Aids students to remain focused during a writing activity.• Allows a smooth transition between subjects.• Creates a positive atmosphere within the classroom.• Can be used as a memorisation tool.• Builds a stronger bond between yourself and the students.

Choose your Music Wisely. Never play the music too loudly. Avoid music with lyrics.

Which Style Of Music To

Choose?

Jazz

Classical

Rock

Latin

Blues

Country

Electronic

PopReggae

Movie Soundtracks

Celtic

World Music

When To Use Music In Class

BIG WRITE

Guided Reading

Theme

During Transitions

Setting The Scene

Examples Of Using Music In Class

Arguments For And Against Using Music In Class

For• Effective classroom

management tool.• Increases attention levels. • Extends focused learning

time.• Improves retention and

memory.• Expands thinking skills.• Creates a positive

atmosphere.

Against

• Music can become a distraction.• It can aggitate certain children,

especially if they do not the style you are playing!• Some children work better

without music.• Choosing the right type of music

can lead to arguments within the class.

To Use Music Or Not?

• Using music has many benifits towards improving students learning.• Choose your music wisely!• Each Class will receive music

differently.• Respect each child’s opinion.

For More Information About Using Music In The Classroom…Dr. Georgi Lozanov

http://www.learningdoorway.com/georgi-lozanov.html

Chris Brewer

www.musicandlearning.com