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Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature

Cilt: 11 Sayı: 1 2 Şubat 2026
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Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature

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This article examines the scientific evidence on the intersection of music and mathematics in primary and secondary education, analyzing conceptual foundations such as methodologies and strategies, and demonstrating how their integration improves teaching and student development. A qualitative systematic review, following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, analyzed 15 studies published between 1998 and 2024 in the Scopus, Web of Science, and EBSCO databases. These studies focused on the cognitive benefits of music education and pedagogical strategies for integrating mathematics learning. The findings present three themes: 1) the cognitive, neurobiological, and educational impact of music education on the mathematics learning process; 2) the relationship between musical skills and logical-mathematical reasoning; and 3) pedagogical proposals and school programs that connect music and mathematics. The results indicate that musical training enhances executive functions, such as working memory, attention, and self-regulation, while facilitating the understanding of abstract concepts through symbolization, rhythm, and pattern recognition. Furthermore, multisensory programs and innovative activities demonstrate that music improves students’ motivation and engagement. The evidence supports music as a valuable pedagogical resource that provides inclusive and meaningful learning experiences when integrated into the curriculum.

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Müzik Algısı, Müzik Eğitimi

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

2 Şubat 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

8 Eylül 2025

Kabul Tarihi

6 Ocak 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 11 Sayı: 1

Kaynak Göster

APA
Valdebenito, K., Sepulveda-Vallejos, S., Almonacid-Fierro, A., & Aguilar-Valdés, M. (2026). Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature. Online Journal of Music Sciences, 11(1), 30-44. https://doi.org/10.31811/ojomus.1778843
AMA
1.Valdebenito K, Sepulveda-Vallejos S, Almonacid-Fierro A, Aguilar-Valdés M. Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature. Online Journal of Music Sciences. 2026;11(1):30-44. doi:10.31811/ojomus.1778843
Chicago
Valdebenito, Karla, Sergio Sepulveda-Vallejos, Alejandro Almonacid-Fierro, ve Mirko Aguilar-Valdés. 2026. “Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature”. Online Journal of Music Sciences 11 (1): 30-44. https://doi.org/10.31811/ojomus.1778843.
EndNote
Valdebenito K, Sepulveda-Vallejos S, Almonacid-Fierro A, Aguilar-Valdés M (01 Şubat 2026) Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature. Online Journal of Music Sciences 11 1 30–44.
IEEE
[1]K. Valdebenito, S. Sepulveda-Vallejos, A. Almonacid-Fierro, ve M. Aguilar-Valdés, “Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature”, Online Journal of Music Sciences, c. 11, sy 1, ss. 30–44, Şub. 2026, doi: 10.31811/ojomus.1778843.
ISNAD
Valdebenito, Karla - Sepulveda-Vallejos, Sergio - Almonacid-Fierro, Alejandro - Aguilar-Valdés, Mirko. “Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature”. Online Journal of Music Sciences 11/1 (01 Şubat 2026): 30-44. https://doi.org/10.31811/ojomus.1778843.
JAMA
1.Valdebenito K, Sepulveda-Vallejos S, Almonacid-Fierro A, Aguilar-Valdés M. Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature. Online Journal of Music Sciences. 2026;11:30–44.
MLA
Valdebenito, Karla, vd. “Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature”. Online Journal of Music Sciences, c. 11, sy 1, Şubat 2026, ss. 30-44, doi:10.31811/ojomus.1778843.
Vancouver
1.Karla Valdebenito, Sergio Sepulveda-Vallejos, Alejandro Almonacid-Fierro, Mirko Aguilar-Valdés. Investigating common cognitive processes between music and mathematics in educational contexts: a systematic review of the literature. Online Journal of Music Sciences. 01 Şubat 2026;11(1):30-44. doi:10.31811/ojomus.1778843