Coach MacIntosh and MSHS students look over their new server during the school's first year taking on-line courses. Internet-capable computers facilitate instruction between teacher and student at the convenience of both. No uplinks, downlinks, or video equipment are needed only the computers and phone lines that are already in place or planned with E-rate and other technology funds. All classroom interaction is written and communicated across the Web through the same technology used to support he Alabama Virtual Library and the widespread investment in Internet- capable computers. Schools will have expanded course offerings that allow all schools to meet the state's graduation requirements.
Teachers develop confidence in using technology.
Investments in technology literacy will be maximized. Systems will have the ability to support enrollment increases and to generate new revenues without the cost of additional physical spaces. The gains for students are equally significant. Students will access learning experiences that have a high degree of relevance and that maximize active, rather than passive, learning. Students will gain increased ability to master the skills necessary to pass the High School Exit Exam, and to reinforce areas of weak comprehension.