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Persuasive Speech
"
Harmony in Learning: Advocating for Music Education in Our Schools”
Darion Triplett
Com St 11 Section #1517
Santa Monica College
Dec 11, 2023
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General Purpose:
To persuade.
Specific Purpose:
To convince the audience that music education is crucial for holistic student development
and should be a fundamental part of the school curriculum.
Thesis Statement:
Integrating music education in schools significantly enhances students' cognitive, emotional, and social development, and I will use factual evidence (logos) and personal testimony (ethos) to support this claim.
Introduction:
A.
Attention Getter:
"A study by the University of Kansas found that students in schools with robust music programs score significantly higher in English and math standardized tests, demonstrating a clear link between music education and academic success (Brown, 2007)."
B. Reason to Listen:
This topic impacts future generations, potentially affecting your children, relatives, or even yourselves in your educational journey. C
C.
Credibility Statement:
As a former music student and an educational researcher, I have firsthand experience and knowledge of the benefits of music education. My extensive research and engagement with educators across the country lend credence to my insights.
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D. Thesis & Preview of Main Points:
I will demonstrate why music education is essential (Claim) through research and case studies (Evidence), and how it benefits students academically,
emotionally, and socially (Warrant).
Transition to Main Point #1
"Let's begin by examining the cognitive benefits of music education."
I. Cognitive Benefits of Music Education
A. Enhanced Academic Performance:
Schellenberg (2004) found that music lessons enhance IQ, suggesting a direct link between music education and cognitive ability. B. Brain Development: A study by Hyde et al. (2009) shows that musical training significantly develops the brain areas responsible for language and reasoning.
Transition
"Having understood its cognitive impact, let's look at the emotional and social benefits."
II. Emotional and Social Advantages
A. Emotional Expression
: The National Association for Music Education highlights the role of music in helping students express and understand complex emotions. B. Social Skills Development:
Miendlarzewska and Trost (2014) discuss how music education can improve social and emotional skills in children.
Transition
"Now, let's delve into how music education influences broader cultural and societal aspects."
III. Cultural and Societal Impact
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. Cultural Awareness:
Hallam (2010) emphasizes music's role in promoting understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures. B. Community Cohesion:
UNESCO (2012) reports on the power of music education in building
social cohesion and cultural understanding.
Transition
"Next, we'll address some common misconceptions surrounding music education."
IV. Addressing Misconceptions
A. Beyond an Extracurricular:
Southgate and Roscigno (2009) challenge the perception of music as merely an extracurricular, showing its impact on overall achievement. B. Complementary to STEM:
Degé and Schwarzer (2011) demonstrate how music education
supports and enhances STEM learning.
Transition to the conclusion
"Let's recap the compelling reasons why music education is indispensable in our schools."
Conclusion
Review of Main Points:
Cognitive enhancements.
Emotional and social skill development.
Cultural and societal benefits.
Debunking misconceptions about music education.
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B. Restate Thesis:
Music education is a critical component of holistic educational development. C. Call to Action: Encourage the audience to support and advocate for music programs in schools.
Closing
"Imagine a world where every child has the opportunity to not only learn math and science but to also engage in the transformative power of music. By supporting music education, we are investing in a more intelligent, empathetic, and harmonious future. Let's make this vision a reality."
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References
Brown, J. D. (2007). "The benefits of music education." University of Kansas. Retrieved from Schellenberg, E. G. (2004). Music lessons enhance IQ. Psychological Science, 15(8), 511-514. doi:10.1111/j.0956-7976.2004.00711.x
Hyde, K. L., Lerch, J., Norton, A., Forgeard, M., Winner, E., Evans, A. C., & Schlaug, G. (2009). The effects of musical training on structural brain development: A longitudinal study. The Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 1169(1), 182-186. doi:10.1111/j.1749-
6632.2009.04852.x
National Association for Music Education (NAfME). (n.d.). "The Benefits of the Study of Music." https://nafme.org/advocacy/what-to-know/the-benefits-of-the-study-of-music/
Miendlarzewska, E. A., & Trost, W. J. (2014). How musical training affects cognitive development: rhythm, reward and other modulating variables. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 7, 279. doi:10.3389/fnins.2013.00279
Hallam, S. (2010). The power of music: Its impact on the intellectual, social and personal development of children and young people. International Journal of Music Education, 28(3), 269-289.
UNESCO. (2012). "Arts Education in Asia: Building Creative Capacities for the 21st Century".
Southgate, D. E., & Roscigno, V. J. (2009). The Impact of Music on Childhood and Adolescent Achievement. Social Science Quarterly, 90(1), 4-21. doi:10.1111/j.1540-6237.2009.00598.x
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Degé, F., & Schwarzer, G. (2011). The effect of a music program on phonological awareness in preschoolers. Frontiers in Psychology, 2, 124. doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2011.00124