Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ760235
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004
Pages: 8
Abstractor: ERIC
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ISSN: ISSN-1048-3713
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Early Childhood Brain Development and Elementary Music Curricula: Are They in Tune?
Scott, Larissa K.
General Music Today, v18 n1 p20-27 Fall 2004
This article examines elementary music curricula. It presents an overview of research on childhood mental development; the importance of the early experiences of children on childhood development; the impact of environmental factors on language development; children's acquisition of music ability; enhancing elementary music curriculum; and provides suggestions for teaching.
Descriptors: Music, Language Acquisition, Cognitive Development, Child Development, Music Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Elementary School Curriculum, Teaching Methods
MENC: The National Association for Music Education. P.O. Box 1584, Birmingham, AL 35201. Tel: 800-336-3768; Web site: http://www.menc.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education; Elementary Education
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Language: English
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