Jeremy Newton looks at how music can help children with SEN to engage with mainstream learning

Link to SEN Magazine Music of Note Article


Music of note
Created on Friday, 12 April 2013 09:06
Jeremy Newton looks at how music can help children with SEN to engage with mainstream learning

Children with SEN often find the classroom to be a tough and uncomfortable environment. Many struggle with concentration, while others find it difficult to write or express themselves. These challenges inevitably affect their engagement with, and understanding of, mainstream learning. As a result, teachers are looking beyond traditional methods to help these children to engage within the classroom. One significant discovery has been the extremely positive results music can have on children’s learning capabilities. By using music, pupils are taught new skills they can utilise throughout the curriculum, and it can also enhance their communication abilities, language, focus, independence and confidence

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