This literature review explores the integration of music into classroom activities, focusing on its potential to create an enjoyable learning environment and enhance academic achievement in secondary schools. By examining the benefits of music integration, the review highlights its role in fostering student engagement, improving social interaction, and enhancing cognitive skills. Additionally, the challenges associated with implementing music in educational settings, such as varied student preferences and resource limitations, are discussed, along with potential solutions.
Further, the review identifies existing contradictions and gaps in research, such as the varying effects of different types of music on cognitive performance and the influence of individual differences among students. Insights from stakeholders, including teachers and students, affirm the positive impact of music on learning outcomes while emphasizing the need for administrative support for effective integration.
Finally, this review proposes effective teaching strategies for embedding music in various subjects, thereby advocating for a more holistic educational approach that aligns with current educational reforms. Such strategies aim to leverage the transformative potential of music to enhance both teaching practices and student experiences in secondary education.