Integrating Music into Curriculum Design: Strategies for Enhancing Student Achievement and Cognitive Skills
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https://doi.org/10.69760/aghel.0250040002Keywords:
arts integration, music education, academic achievement, working memoryAbstract
This study investigates the effects of integrating music into elementary-level math and language arts instruction over 12 weeks. Sixty students were divided into experimental and control groups; only the experimental group received music-enhanced lessons. Academic tests and working memory assessments were administered before and after the intervention. Results showed that students exposed to music-integrated teaching outperformed controls in standardized tests—especially in mathematics—and demonstrated significantly improved working memory. Teacher interviews highlighted increased engagement and effective use of mnemonic songs. These findings suggest that incorporating music into curricula can support both academic achievement and cognitive development. Broader implementation and further research are encouraged.
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