Music and learning

Two interesting studies that show that music can help students learn better. I haven't had an opportunity to review either, but saw them in a recent newsletter. A Georgetown University study showed that music and language use the same type of memory, leading one to believe that music can help students learn language better. I know teachers do this in the primary grades, but it may show that music throughout one's lifetime of learning can be beneficial.

The other study, from the New York Academy of Sciences says that there is more increase in grey matter in those who play music often. The study also show that music can boost your immune system and improve memory, both of which aid in learning. Improved immune systems keep people from getting sick as often, which for children would keep them in school more. Of course, improved memory helps children learn their facts more easily and gives them a head start on learning more complex material.