Cognitive Development Through Music Education
ERIC: Music Education and Cognitive Development
Research Highlights
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Language and Literacy Skills
Music education improves reading abilities and language skills.
- A 40% improvement in reading skills was observed in music students.
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Mathematical Skills
Music students show better performance in mathematics.
- Music training resulted in a 25% increase in math scores.
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Long-Term Academic Success
Continuous engagement in music education correlates with long-term success.
- Music students were 20% more likely to graduate from high school and pursue higher education.