Advanced Placement
AP stands for Advanced Placement. It is a curriculum designed by the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) also called the College Board by a panel of expert educators in that field of study.
AP courses and exams offer students an important opportunity to earn college credit while in high school which strengthens their college applications while applying to universities for higher education
- What age groups and years is it for?
AP is generally for students in Grade 10 to Grade 12 aged 14 -18 years.
- Which subjects are offered?
AP offers courses in 34 subjects. The key subject groups are highlighted below:
- Arts
- English
- History & Social Science
- Math & Computer Science
- Sciences
- World Languages & Cultures
A complete list of all AP exams offered by the CEEB is available at The College Board.
- What is the grading system and how are the students assessed?
AP tests are scored on a 1 to 5 scale with 5 being the highest and below is what the scores stand for:
5 – Extremely well qualified
4 – Well qualified
3 – Qualified
2 – Possibly qualified
1 – No recommendation
If you score a 3 or higher on the test, you will be awarded credits at the college level.
The assessment entirely depends upon the examination results which consist of a mix of multiple-choice and free-response questions and last between 90 and 200 minutes, depending on the subject.
- Key features and highlights of the curriculum
The AP curriculum, managed by The College Board, consists of standardized high school courses that are equivalent to undergraduate college courses. After completing an AP class, students take the AP exam in that subject and if scored well, can earn them credits and accelerated placement in college.
High school students across the country and around the world take AP courses and exams to challenge themselves, examine their interests, and earn college credit. Advanced Placement can give you a head Start in High School and an edge in College due to college credit earned through AP exams.
- How do we help students? (as in how Uplift helps students)
Uplift academy offers result focused, online tuition by teachers who have the relevant experience and expertise in International and Indian curriculums. Private tutoring is the most effective way for students to learn.
During these online AP courses, teachers not only explain the concept but also provide an array of practice tests, conduct oral quizzes and provide guidance in solving past papers. With a private AP online tutor, your child will have the instructor’s undivided attention, and can work at a pace that is appropriate for his or her needs.
With their extensive expertise and training, our teachers provide unique and personalized resources, assistance with school homework and extra tasks as well. We recognize that all learners do not learn the same way or have the same strengths, so we use pedagogy which is customised to the child’s strengths and learning style. Our aim is to conduct online education sessions which are interactive and engaging.
- Useful links to other websites and blogs
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Advanced_Placement
