Items to consider when observing educational programs for your child

Total Communication Program: Environment

Pros
Cons
Sound absorbing materials (e.g., carpet, curtains, acoustic ceiling tiles)
Lots of hard surfaces, high open ceilings
Limited background noises
Hallway noise, street noise, playground noise, heating and cooling systems
Enclosed/Traditional classroom
Open/shared space classrooms
Adequate lighting
Backlighting, glare