Music and Developmental Disabilities

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Author(s): Michelle Renee Blumstein (Marymount Manhattan College, USA)
Copyright: 2016
Pages: 18
Source title: Special and Gifted Education: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-0034-6.ch105

Keywords: Education / Information Science Reference / K-12 Education / Special Education

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The following chapter presents a compilation of research about various types of technology that are employed by music therapists to benefit children with developmental delays. Music therapy can be an effective way to meet the goals of the individual. Music can also be a very powerful motivator. Previous musical skill or experience is not required for music therapy to be effective for clients with developmental disabilities or for clients more generally. Many music-based technologies are designed to create a positive, successful, and enjoyable experience for all users. Music therapy can provide a safe and confidence building environment where children are able to feel in control of a situation, possibly for the first time in their lives.

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