The Importance of Acoustics in Schools
Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA) offers research into relevant industry topics, such as acoustics in schools.
AT MBI, WE MANUFACTURE PRODUCTS THAT IMPROVE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENTS FOR ALL USERS, ESPECIALLY TEACHERS AND STUDENTS IN THE CLASSROOM.
Ready to learn more about acoustic problems in schools (reverberation, background noise, etc.) and strategies for conquering common issues?
FROM CISCA:
Acoustics in Schools is a free tool for architects, interior designers, and other design professionals who work to improve school environments for all users. It is an introduction to the acoustical issues commonly confronted on school projects. Practical design responses to these issues, derived from a broad review of literature on the topic, are presented in a white paper using “practitioner-friendly” language. The following sections are included:
WHY ACOUSTICS MATTER
WHO BENEFITS FROM IMPROVED ACOUSTICS?
FUNDAMENTALS OF SOUND AND ACOUSTICS
UNDERSTANDING THE PRIMARY ACOUSTIC PROBLEMS IN SCHOOLS
ACOUSTICAL DESIGN STRATEGIES
COLLABORATING WITH OTHERS TO IMPROVE CLASSROOM ACOUSTICS
MEETING THE STANDARDS
ACOUSTICS AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY (IAQ)
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
REFERENCE CITATIONS
