Date Approved
6-18-2009
Embargo Period
3-17-2016
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.S. in Teaching
Department
Interdisciplinary and Inclusive Education
College
College of Education
Advisor
Madden, Marjorie
Subject(s)
Curriculum enrichment; Music in education
Disciplines
Elementary Education and Teaching
Abstract
The purpose of this teacher research was to examine the effects of music on student comprehension, cooperative learning and the surrounding learning community. This study was conducted within a third grade inclusion classroom. The students were exposed to educational songs in mathematics, writing and science. The students were also provided with the opportunity to create their own songs about matter and showcase them through their production of music videos. Data for this study was collected through video recordings, student interviews, teacher interviews, and teacher/researcher observations and journal. This study demonstrated that music has a positive effect on the learning environment and student comprehension. The study's findings also suggest that music can contribute to creating an exciting and welcoming learning environment in which the students demonstrate an overwhelming desire to learn.
Recommended Citation
Frevert, Katelyn E., "Infusing music in an academic curriculum" (2009). Theses and Dissertations. 614.
https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/614
