Persuasive Essay

iPods in Study Hall

Tiffany Zeatlow

Students can benefit from listening to their iPod while doing homework. So, why do schools prohibit listening to music in study halls? While in study hall, I find myself humming or singing quietly. But, I’m told to stop because it’s supposed to stay quiet.

Music helps people get work done and stay focused. Studies show that 45% of kids stay focused and are motivated to get their homework done when they are listening to music. Depending on the kind of music you listen to, you can change your brain waves to make you achieve a higher state of awareness and concentration.

Listening to music can also benefit you by reducing the amount of stress you have. Studies found that stress and anxiety levels dropped significantly after listening to music wile doing homework.

Also, listening to music with strong beats results with brainwaves moving in sync with the beats causing more concentration and alert thinking.

In a loud and distracting study hall, listening to your iPod can help block out noise and distractions. Although, there are people who can focus and concentrate on their schoolwork without listening to music at all. In fact, some people work better in complete silence.

The overall benefits of listening to music in study hall help you concentrate and focus on your schoolwork. A change in brain waves helps you achieve a higher state of concentration. Listening to music motivates most students to stay on task.