As a result of viewing this program you will know the essential components for enhancing classrooms to optimize the listening environment for school age children.  This video will provide educational information about sound field technology and creating a favorable listening environment for enhanced development of learning, language and literacy. Though intended to reinforce the need to aggresively manage a hearing impaired child's listening environment, the rationale presented by Dr. Flexer would benefit all children and teachers in the classroom.   You will also come to appreciate the role of the brain in auditory function. This tape is a must for speech/language pathologists, audiologists, classroom teachers and administrators who have an interest in benefiting children in the classroom.