Music+in+the+classroom

By Ali Boyd, Natalie Watson, Alice Davies and Sophie King
 * __Music and the classroom__**:

The film version of Anthony Reddy! : media type="youtube" key="aa8U0nL-KXg?version=3" height="315" width="560"  Music can be useful in the classroom to help children learn because it will:
 * Benefits of using Music **
 * break the ice in a class where students don't know each other or are having difficulty communicating
 * create an atmosphere by changing the mood
 * build a sense of anticipation
 * energize learning activities
 * improve concentration
 * increase attention
 * improve memory
 * facilitate a multisensory learning experience
 * release tension by relaxing those who are stressed or overwhelmed
 * enhance imagination
 * provide inspiration and motivation
 * make learning fun
 * help introduce a new theme or topic (Christmas/colours/feelings)

Music can also be useful for the **demarcation of time**. The pace of the music acts as a stimulus for thinking creating a challenge for children as they race against time to finish their work.

For example: [|Mission Impossible Theme Tune]