Music Education and the Aging Brain
Overview & Synopsis
As music teachers, a large percentage of our clients are children and young adults. Researchers from the field of neuroscience and the aging brain have demonstrated that music education may benefit the brain and cognition throughout a person's lifespan. Thus, the purpose of the current review of literature is to provide a comprehensive scope through which to view the effects of music education on the aging brain. Specifically, cognition and neuroanatomy of aging, music education and cognition in aging, music education and brain changes in aging, proposed theories of these changes, existing music programs, and implications for music education will be discussed. Music educators can use these themes to advocate and promote music education of older adults in classrooms, universities, and healthcare settings.
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Document Information
| Document Title | Music Education and the Aging Brain |
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| Author / Organization | Patricia Izbicki, Christina L. Svec |
| Subject & Discipline | Music Education, Aging (Individuals), Neurosciences |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 2022 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-170586 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |