This resource discusses the infusion of leisure education in IEPs. By using music as the core tool, proper skills can be acquired that are necessary for independent functioning during free time activities and socializing with others. Music skills, such as going to a concert, can teach budgeting and organization. Listening to the radio can teach the use of music listening equipment. Activities like these can assist young people through the transitions from school to adult life.
Tables describe music activities that are helpful in organizing leisure time.
Journal of Music Therapy. This study examined the behavior of a child with disabilities throughout an entire school year in both music education and music therapy settings. The purpose was to describe the child s participation over time and to provide data to assist in the decision making process regarding her education program. The hypothesis was that rates for certain responses would be higher in one setting over the other. The results showed that both settings have positive outcomes.