Acoustics in UK classrooms affects concentration and health, say teachers
A survey of teachers by Ecophon, part of leading international materials company Saint-Gobain, has revealed classroom acoustics could be having a serious impact on pupils’ concentration and teacher health.According to the research, almost three quarters (73%) of the 250 teachers surveyed believe the quality of acoustics has an impact of pupils’ concentration in the classroom with 30% saying the impact is serious, which could be detrimental to listening and learning. In addition, 82% of teachers say they’ve had to raise their voice to be heard in the classroom, with almost half (48%)