By Samantha Schwartz ‘16

AP Environmental Science classes have made the switch to computers as most of the class work is now done online. The students, under the guidance of science teacher Laura Dinerman, are using McGraw Hill Education Connect, which includes the course’s virtual textbook, practice, homework and assessments.

The online program strengthens students’ understanding and retention of the course’s fundamental concepts while providing the teacher with key insight into students’ progress with real-time reporting on individual student and overall class performance.

Students are expected to complete their homework and assessments via the program at home to allow for more valuable use of class time and to ensure a level of student preparation. Dinerman is pleased with the effects in the classroom as it results in more intrigued and stimulated students, as reflected by their quiz and test scores. “I am very excited that I’ve found a tool that makes difficult texts accessible to more students. I’m thrilled to be teaching students skills that I know will help them significantly as they pursue higher learning in college and in other AP classes,” said Dinerman.