Do you think there is a connection between music and language? Explain.
What does Nina Kraus say about music?
"Playing an instrument or singing, can help us do better in school and keep our brains sharp as we get older."
Do you believe - "Playing an instrument or singing, can help us do better in school and keep our brains sharp as we get older." - why or why not?
What are some of the pros(good things) and cons(bad things- if any!) of listening to music?
Sum up the article in your own words
Do you believe music can help sick people get better?
What does music improve overall? (paragraph E)
Music improves concentration, memory, listening skills and overall language abilities.
What did the study from Northwestern University show?
That playing a musical instrument can improve a person's hearing ability (B)
Tell us about the two groups of people in the study from Northwestern University in paragraph B. Is it interesting?
Do you believe musicians listen better? Why?
Are you a musician? Do you think this makes you a better or worse listener?
Gottfried Schlaug works with which type of patient?
Stroke patients
What can't stroke patients say normally?
They cannot say their names, addresses or other information normally (D)
Why does Schaug think singing helps stroke patients to speak?
He isn't sure but music seems to active different parts of the brain, including the damaged parts.
