Abstract
This project explores the role of music in second language acquisition and how it can enhance learning inside the classroom. By looking back at my own academic background and teaching experience, I wanted to investigate how music can aid language acquisition. By creating lesson plans and reviewing research, I found that music is not only a great tool for learning vocabulary or grammar, but also a beautiful way to foster inclusivity and connection within the classroom. This project encourages educators to be innovative with how they’re teaching, and how to incorporate more culture into the classroom. This study affirms that music has value in many subject areas, not just in music classes, it is a tool that all educators can use to support academic development in students.
Advisor
Duval, Marion
Department
Education; French and Francophone Studies
Recommended Citation
Kotora, Elizabeth M., "The Soundtrack of Language Learning: Music as a Tool for Second Language Acquisition" (2025). Senior Independent Study Theses. Paper 11453.
https://openworks.wooster.edu/independentstudy/11453
Disciplines
Arts and Humanities | Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education | Education | French and Francophone Language and Literature | Music
Keywords
language learning, french, music, second language acquisition
Publication Date
2025
Degree Granted
Bachelor of Arts
Document Type
Senior Independent Study Thesis
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