Classroom Acoustics

Booklets

The ASA publishes three booklets on Classroom Acoustics topics that can be downloaded for free by clicking on the booklet icons below.

Classroom Acoustics 1

Classroom Acoustics I  –  A resource for creating learning environments with desirable. listening conditions.

Classroom Acoustics 11

Classroom Acoustics II –  Acoustical barriers to learning.

Classroom Acoustics for Architects

Classroom Acoustics for Architects – A companion booklet for ANSI/ASA S12.60 Parts 1 and 2.

Standards

The Acoustical Society of America supported the development of three Classroom Acoustics standards.

These standards can be purchased at the ASA Standards Store in partnership with IHS Markit.  Links to purchase each specific standard are provided by clicking on the document graphic or the standard title below .

ANSI/ASA S12.60 PART 1 – American National Standard Acoustical Performance Criteria, Design Requirements, and Guidelines for Schools, Part 1: Permanent Schools

ANSI/ASA S12.60 PART 2  – American National Standard Acoustical Performance Criteria, Design Requirements, and Guidelines for Schools, Part 2: Relocatable Classroom Factors

ANSI/ASA S12.60 PART 4  – American National Standard Acoustical Performance Criteria, Design Requirements, and Guidelines for Schools, Part 4: Acoustic Standards for Physical Education Teaching Environments