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• Acoustical preferences and needs of students Methods and indicators to assess the acoustical quality of study places

  Amneh Hamida

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  University students are self-directed learners who dedicate considerable time to studying in study places. Research on indoor environmental quality (IEQ) highlights the adverse effects of prolonged indoor exposure to environmental stressors, including noise. Acoustical quality can significantly influence students’ health and comfort. To evaluate the acoustical quality of study places, three groups of indicators can be considered: occupant-related, dose-related, and building-related...