Student self-esteem in music education contexts: a systematic literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This systematic literature review (1970-2023) examines how music education relates to students' self-esteem. Although interest has grown since 1970, evidence remains dispersed across designs and populations.

Methods

Following the PEO (population, exposure, outcome) framework and PRISMA guidelines, we systematically searched EBSCO, Scopus, and Web of Science. Of 1,332 records identified, we screened empirical studies of students engaged in formal or informal music learning that reported self-esteem outcomes. We extracted trends, methods, measurement tools, and results, and appraised methodological quality.

Results

Twenty-two studies met inclusion criteria (18 quantitative; 4 mixed-methods), with a predominance of cross-sectional designs. Quantitative studi

SUBMITTER: Jiang X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12554761 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature