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Are Cyber Schools a Better Way to Learn?
Are Cyber Schools a Better Way to Learn? - Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 4:36PM EST
? Reported by: David DeCosmo
Thursday, Feb 28, 2008 @04:36pm EST
SIMPSON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- Thousands of students across the state of Pennsylvania are enrolled in online alternative education, or cyber schools. And their popularity continues to grow. We spent time with some students who are enrolled in the Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School to get a feel for just what is involved.
For 16-year-old Jonathan Mall it’s easy to get to school. It's consists of a walk of about 15 steps, from one room to another in his family's Simpson home. Jonathan is enrolled in PA Virtual Charter School. Classes are offered by way of the internet.
Jonathan's mom, Anita Mall, and dad, George Mall, said they're sold on the system. Three of their kids are now enrolled in the online school.
"Each of the children have separate schedules and they can log into their blackboard, get announcements for the day, email their teachers, go into classes, or whatever their classes are for that day" explained Anita.
"So far I think the quality of the education I've seen on the internet service is up to par and I'm very happy with that" declared Mr. Mall.
That, of course, is how the parents feel. But what about the students? “I love it! I'm fond of it, very amazed of it. I like it" declared Jonathan Mall.
He continued “Sometimes I miss the other kids in my class. But the positives of it just take that away."
Textbooks and supplies are all provided and there are even meetings and field trips when students do get together. Another education advantage of this charter school is that there are no snow days.
"No snow days, this is a good thing. The kids don't think it’s good, but I think it’s good" laughs Anita Mall.
Be sure to tune in to WYOU News between 5 and 6:30 Thursday evening to express your opinion on cyber schools.
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