Question

Lani is conducting research to determine if learning how to play a musical instrument helps high school students perform better academically. Which of the these Internet search terms would be effective in helping Lani find the answer to her question? Select three options.

“mental and intellectual benefits of learning to play an instrument”
“research about academic success of students who play instruments”
“connection between high school test scores and playing an instrument”
“best high school jazz and classical bands around the country”
“most popular instruments that high school students choose to learn”
“different ways for students to improve grades in high school”

Answer 1

Choose these three:

- “mental and intellectual benefits of learning to play an instrument” — finds studies on cognitive/academic effects of music training.
- “research about academic success of students who play instruments” — directly targets empirical studies on academics and music participation.
- “connection between high school test scores and playing an instrument” — focuses on outcome measures for high school students (test scores).

Not chosen: “best high school jazz and classical bands around the country” and “most popular instruments that high school students choose to learn” are about groups or preferences, not academic effects; “different ways for students to improve grades in high school” is too broad and not specific to music training.