August 2004 PMID 15270994

Music lessons enhance IQ.

E Glenn Schellenberg

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Several discussions reflect curiosity about the validity and implications of the research, with phrases like 'place a random paper' and mentioning the study's testing of hypotheses, showing a moderate level of analytical engagement. The tone varies from skeptical to supportive, with references to specific details like the number of participants and types of lessons, illustrating a balanced interest and concern for validity and impact.

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Most discussions show support or neutrality towards the idea that music lessons can boost IQ, with some explicitly agreeing with the publication.

InterestModerate interest

Posts express moderate curiosity, referencing the study and asking questions, indicating some engagement but not deep passion.

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Comments include mentions of the methodology and implications, demonstrating active consideration of the research.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest recognition of potential educational or cognitive benefits, indicating moderate influence on perceptions.

Abstract in brief

  • A study tested whether music lessons can boost children's intelligence by randomly assigning 144 kids to music lessons (keyboard or voice), drama lessons, or no lessons.
  • Kids in the music groups showed a small but notable increase in overall IQ compared to the control groups, affecting various subtests and academic achievement measures.
  • Interestingly, children in the drama group showed significant improvements in adaptive social behavior, which wasn't seen in the music groups.

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佐藤タクマ
@takuma_GLG · X

【音楽教育を受けるとIQが平均して上がる】 2004年、カナダの心理学者グレン・シェレンバーグ教授によって "Music lessons enhance IQ" という「音楽の習い事が、子どものIQに影響を与えるかどうか」を調べた、興味深い研究結果が発表されました。 実験では144人の子供を A:ピアノ B:声楽 C:演劇 https://t.co/3VwbzvjqPv

Jun 18, 2025 · 39 likes · 2 shares · 2,601 followers View post →
AmaZonka ❣️
@amazonkamgl · X

@Surlenhuu1 Сургуулийн сургалтын хөтөлбөрт хөгжим оруулах ашиг тус, ялангуяа хүүхдийн танин мэдэхүй, сэтгэл хөдлөл, нийгэмших хөгжилд нь үзүүлэх ашиг тусыг батлах хэд хэдэн судалгаа, судалгааны үр дүн байдаг. Sources: - Schellenberg, E. G. (2004). "Music Lessons Enhance IQ." Psychological

Sep 17, 2024 · 4,040 followers View post →
佐藤タクマ
@takuma_GLG · X

RT @takumanco3: 【音楽教育を受けるとIQが平均して上がる】 2004年、カナダの心理学者グレン・シェレンバーグ教授によって "Music lessons enhance IQ" という「音楽の習い事が、子どものIQに影響を与えるかどうか」を調べた、興味深い研究…

Jun 22, 2025 · 2 shares · 2,601 followers View post →
千束
@chisato_GLG · X

RT @takumanco3: 【音楽教育を受けるとIQが平均して上がる】 2004年、カナダの心理学者グレン・シェレンバーグ教授によって "Music lessons enhance IQ" という「音楽の習い事が、子どものIQに影響を与えるかどうか」を調べた、興味深い研究…

Jun 18, 2025 · 2 shares · 300 followers View post →

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@takuma_GLG · X

RT @takumanco3: 【音楽教育を受けるとIQが平均して上がる】 2004年、カナダの心理学者グレン・シェレンバーグ教授によって "Music lessons enhance IQ" という「音楽の習い事が、子どものIQに影響を与えるかどうか」を調べた、興味深い研究…

Jun 22, 2025 · 2 shares · 2,601 followers View post →
千束
@chisato_GLG · X

RT @takumanco3: 【音楽教育を受けるとIQが平均して上がる】 2004年、カナダの心理学者グレン・シェレンバーグ教授によって "Music lessons enhance IQ" という「音楽の習い事が、子どものIQに影響を与えるかどうか」を調べた、興味深い研究…

Jun 18, 2025 · 2 shares · 300 followers View post →
佐藤タクマ
@takuma_GLG · X

【音楽教育を受けるとIQが平均して上がる】 2004年、カナダの心理学者グレン・シェレンバーグ教授によって "Music lessons enhance IQ" という「音楽の習い事が、子どものIQに影響を与えるかどうか」を調べた、興味深い研究結果が発表されました。 実験では144人の子供を A:ピアノ B:声楽 C:演劇 https://t.co/3VwbzvjqPv

Jun 18, 2025 · 39 likes · 2 shares · 2,601 followers View post →
AmaZonka ❣️
@amazonkamgl · X

@Surlenhuu1 Сургуулийн сургалтын хөтөлбөрт хөгжим оруулах ашиг тус, ялангуяа хүүхдийн танин мэдэхүй, сэтгэл хөдлөл, нийгэмших хөгжилд нь үзүүлэх ашиг тусыг батлах хэд хэдэн судалгаа, судалгааны үр дүн байдаг. Sources: - Schellenberg, E. G. (2004). "Music Lessons Enhance IQ." Psychological

Sep 17, 2024 · 4,040 followers View post →
Xorland
@B_Xorland · X

@kdaw196158 @KenzieWellingt1 @KyleNumber @BigSportFanGuy @jeremykauffman There, I place a random paper in which an hypothesis is being tested, with the spirit of a curious zoo keeper placing an apple cake in the middle of a chimp cage. I am kinda curious at what your response will be. https://t.co/pApArF5hxK

Sep 10, 2024 · 17 followers View post →