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8 AP® Teacher Expectations vs Reality
Uncover 8 disconnects between AP® teacher’s expectations and realities to better prepare for the classroom.
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Discover the top educational podcasts that provide inspiration, teaching tips, and time-saving advice for busy educators.
How to Recruit and Retain Students in AP® Courses
Create a supportive AP® course culture that retains students through mastery grading and strong leadership.
How to Empower Parents as Their Students Prep for High-Stakes Exams
As educators, you can guide parents in creating calm, supportive home environments where students can manage stress, stay focused, and succeed on test day. Here’s how.
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Will Your Students Pass the AP® Exam? Plan Ahead To Be Sure
For the most part, students who take AP courses are high achievers and believe they must pass the exam. But is that any indication they will pass?
Do We Still Need Teachers in the AP® Classroom?
The rise in digital innovation hasn’t replaced teachers, only highlighted their importance. This article explains why.
Five Things Every AP® Teacher Should Let Go
Mike Crivello, a UWorld College Readiness content expert with 28 years experience as an AP teacher, discusses solutions for AP exhaustion among teachers. In addition to the things AP teachers must take on, there are some things to let go of in order to make your workload manageable and, most importantly, increase student satisfaction and success.
Why Understanding “the How” and “the Why” Matters in K-12 Education
Teaching students critical thinking skills by helping them understand “the why” & “the how” behind concepts promotes deeper learning and concept mastery in K12 education.
How To Evaluate a Good AP® Question for AP Instruction
With so many AP learning tools by various AP prep providers to choose from, AP teachers should focus on the quality of the questions to make the right choice.
Seven Great Resources for AP® English Teachers
Teachers love helpful resources, especially AP® English teachers. In our latest post, discover seven great resources from the AP teacher community. Read now!