Summary of Noh & Huh (2015)

Background & Existing Knowledge

Mathematics and music share deep historical connections, particularly in fractions, ratios, and geometric symmetry. However, structured approaches for integrating the two subjects remain limited.

New Insights from This Study

✔ Music integration enhances mathematical creativity and spatial reasoning.
✔ Rhythmic patterns help students recognize numerical sequences.
✔ Cross-disciplinary learning encourages higher student engagement.

Practical Applications: How Educators Can Use This Research

1. Interdisciplinary Lesson Planning

📌 Use musical scales to explain fractions and ratios.
📌 Explore mathematical symmetry through musical compositions.
📌 Encourage students to compose melodies using numerical patterns.

2. Creating Inclusive Classrooms

📌 Conduct collaborative drumming activities for teamwork and coordination.
📌 Allow students to modify song lyrics to enhance conceptual learning.
📌 Use interactive music games to promote student engagement.

3. Developing Psychomotor Skills

📌 Facilitate hand-motion drumming to reinforce numerical concepts.
📌 Introduce dance-based mathematical exercises.
📌 Utilize patterned rhythms to improve spatial and logical reasoning.

Conclusion

This study provides practical teaching strategies that merge music and mathematics, making math more engaging and accessible for students.

Reference

Noh, J., & Huh, N. (2015). Integrating math and music: Teaching ideas. J. Korean Soc. Math. Educ., 19(3), 177-193. https://doi.org/10.7468/jksmed.2015.19.3.177 

Suggested Citation

Ross, E. M., & Malar, D. B. J. (2025). Teaching Ideas for Integrating Math and Music. Excellent Educator, 2(4), 7.