Students & Teachers Embrace e-Learning Tool At South Bronx Preparatory
Forget about the dog. The new student excuse at South Bronx Preparatory may be “the computer ate my homework.”
That’s because the school is using eChalk, an online system that creates a virtual school community. Students can access homework assignments, classroom materials and other information from any computer - even at home.
“A lot of this technology is being used in the real world,” said Megan White of eChalk. “By introducing these tools early on, it makes students all the more prepared, experienced and comfortable with using technology.”
Teachers are able to synchronize the online system with their curriculum and post study guides, homework assignments and more on their Web page.
“Potentially, classrooms can go paperless,” White said.
The online system also provides for discussion forums and e-mails. Students are able to network with each other and contact teachers if they are having problems with an assignment.
At the school on E. 145th St., Principal Ellen Flanagan uses the system to post a weekly newsletter.
Two teachers already are using the system in their classrooms, with more to come.
“Our plan is by the end of next year to have every teacher with their own account,” said Assistant Principal Alan Baer. “We want to make the school as transparent as possible.”
Math teacher Sameh Fakhouri said he uploads all his class assignments, class notes and worksheets for his students to view and use at any time.
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