Advanced Placement (AP) Teacher Training

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Advanced Placement (AP) teacher training programs are designed to prepare high school teachers to deliver AP courses, which allow students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. These programs focus on subject-specific content, pedagogical strategies, and the framework of the AP exams. Below are key modules typically included in AP teacher training:

Moodle 1. AP Course Structure and Content

  • Overview of the specific AP course’s curriculum and objectives.
  • Understanding the depth and breadth of content coverage required.

Moodle 2. AP Teaching Strategies

  • Methods for effectively delivering AP content.
  • Strategies for engaging students in complex and challenging material.

Moodle 3. Assessment and Feedback

  • Designing and implementing AP-style assessments.
  • Techniques for providing constructive feedback to help students improve.

Moodle 4. AP Exam Preparation

  • Familiarization with the format and types of questions on AP exams.
  • Strategies for helping students develop test-taking skills specific to AP exams.

Moodle 5. Incorporating Technology

  • Utilizing technology to enhance learning and engagement in the AP classroom.
  • Digital tools for collaboration, research, and presentation.

Moodle 6. Differentiation in the AP Classroom

  • Techniques for addressing diverse learning needs and pacing within an AP course.
  • Supporting all students, including those who may struggle with the accelerated pace.

Moodle 7. Curriculum Alignment and Planning

  • Aligning the high school curriculum with college-level standards.
  • Long-term planning for pacing the school year effectively.

Moodle 8. Professional Development and Collaboration

  • Ongoing professional growth opportunities related to AP teaching.
  • Collaborating with other AP teachers to share resources and best practices.
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