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ERIC Number: EJ624809
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0161-1461
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Acoustical Barriers To Learning: Children at Risk in Every Classroom.
Nelson, Peggy B.; Soli, Sig
Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, v31 n4 p356-61 Oct 2000
This article reviews relevant literature on acoustical barriers to successful learning and provides guidance for school personnel making decisions regarding classroom facilities. Effects of noisy classrooms on young listeners, second language learners, and those with hearing loss are discussed. A rationale for the classroom acoustics standards is provided. (Contains references.) (CR)
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Acoustics, Classroom Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, English (Second Language), Environmental Influences, Hearing Impairments, Noise (Sound), Standards
Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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