Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) uses Schoology as its learning management system (LMS). Schoology is a cloud-based LMS that provides teachers with tools to create engaging content, design lessons, and assess student understanding. Students can use Schoology to access their assignments, grades, and other course materials. Parents can also use Schoology to monitor their child’s progress and communicate with teachers.
This blog post will provide an overview of Schoology for BCPS students, parents, and teachers. It will cover the following topics:
- What is Schoology?
- How to access Schoology
- How to use Schoology as a student
- How to use Schoology as a parent
- How to use Schoology as a teacher
- Frequently asked questions about Schoology
What is Schoology?
Schoology is a learning management system (LMS) that provides teachers with tools to create engaging content, design lessons, and assess student understanding. Students can use Schoology to access their assignments, grades, and other course materials. Parents can also use Schoology to monitor their child’s progress and communicate with teachers.
Schoology offers a variety of features that can be used to enhance teaching and learning, including:
- Online assignments and assessments
- Discussion forums
- Wikis and blogs
- Gradebooks
- Parent portals
- Mobile apps
How to access Schoology
BCPS students, parents, and teachers can access Schoology by going to bcps.schoology.com.
Students:
- Click the Login with your BCPS Account button.
- Enter your BCPS username and password.
- Click Login.
Parents:
- Click the Create an Account button.
- Enter your name, email address, and create a password.
- Click Create Account.
- Once you have created an account, you will need to link it to your child’s student account. To do this, click the Link Your Student Account button and enter your child’s student ID number.
Teachers:
- Click the Login with your BCPS Account button.
- Enter your BCPS username and password.
- Click Login.
How to use Schoology as a student
Once you have logged in to Schoology, you will see a list of your courses. To access a course, click on the course name.
From the course page, you can view your assignments, grades, and other course materials. You can also participate in discussion forums, take quizzes and tests, and submit assignments.
To view your assignments, click on the Assignments tab. To view your grades, click on the Grades tab. To view other course materials, such as handouts and presentations, click on the Materials tab.
To participate in a discussion forum, click on the Discussions tab and then click on the title of the discussion forum. To take a quiz or test, click on the Assessments tab and then click on the title of the quiz or test. To submit an assignment, click on the Assignments tab and then click on the title of the assignment.
How to use Schoology as a parent
Once you have logged in to Schoology, you will see a list of your child’s courses. To access a course, click on the course name.
From the course page, you can view your child’s assignments, grades, and other course materials. You can also communicate with your child’s teacher by clicking on the Messages tab.
To view your child’s assignments, click on the Assignments tab. To view your child’s grades, click on the Grades tab. To view other course materials, such as handouts and presentations, click on the Materials tab.
To communicate with your child’s teacher, click on the Messages tab and then click on the Compose Message button. In the message, you can ask your child’s teacher questions about their progress or leave comments about their work.
How to use Schoology as a teacher
Once you have logged in to Schoology, you will see a list of your courses. To access a course, click on the course name.
From the course page, you can create and manage assignments, assessments, and other course materials. You can also communicate with your students by clicking on the Messages tab.
To create an assignment, click on the Assignments tab and then click on the Create Assignment button. In the assignment window, you can enter the assignment name, due date, and instructions. You can also attach files to the
Conclusion
Schoology is a valuable tool that can be used to improve teaching and learning in BCPS schools. By providing teachers with the tools they need to create engaging content, design lessons, and assess student understanding, Schoology can help students learn more effectively.
For students, Schoology provides a convenient and accessible way to access their assignments, grades, and other course materials. It also allows students to participate in discussion forums, take quizzes and tests, and submit assignments. This can help students stay on track with their work and get the support they need to succeed.
For parents, Schoology provides a way to monitor their child’s progress and communicate with their child’s teacher. This can help parents feel more involved in their child’s education and ensure that their child is on track to succeed.
Overall, Schoology is a valuable tool that can be used to improve teaching and learning for students, parents, and teachers in BCPS schools.
Here are some specific ways that Schoology can be used to enhance teaching and learning:
- Create engaging content: Schoology provides a variety of tools that teachers can use to create engaging content, such as video lectures, interactive quizzes, and discussion forums.
- Design lessons:Â Schoology can be used to design lessons that are aligned with state standards and that provide students with opportunities to learn at their own pace.
- Assess student understanding: Schoology can be used to assess student understanding through a variety of assessments, such as quizzes, tests, and essays.
By using Schoology effectively, teachers can create a more personalized learning experience for their students and help them achieve their academic goals.
