Teachers are commonly praised as "superheroes" for their consistent commitment to their students' learning. But, unlike the heroes in movies, AP Psych teachers can't just get stronger serums or radioactive spiders to help them do their work. Instead, they rely on good resources to improve their teaching methods and give their students the most help they can. This is why our team of former AP teachers and authors of UWorld’s Courses for AP has compiled a thorough list of top-notch resources for AP Psychology teachers to help them on their teaching path.
Free Resources for AP Psychology Teachers
Teaching AP Psychology is rewarding yet challenging, and having effective resources can make a big difference. Below are some high-quality free tools and materials that can supplement your curriculum and support your students' understanding of complex psychology concepts.
AP Psychology with Mr. Duez
- Online resource for AP Psychology students and teachers with detailed course notes, video lectures, and practice quizzes.
- Supplements class materials, reviews for exams, and reinforces concepts with interactive activities.
Mr. Sinn Channel on Youtube
- YouTube channel with playlists of videos covering various topics in AP Psychology, including cognition, development, and social psychology.
- Reinforces classroom learning, provides additional examples and explanations, and supplements exam preparation.
Crash Course Psychology on Youtube
- YouTube channel that acts as an AP Psych teaching guide with videos that follow the course’s curriculum requirements.
- Presents topics in an engaging way that aligns explicitly with AP testing.
Free AP Psychology Practice Tests
- Up to 14 free practice tests that students can complete online for study.
- Scored instantly and organized by topic.
Attacking an FRQ in AP Psychology on YouTube
- Provides strategies for answering AP Psych free-response questions.
- Simple and short, it gives steps for improving scores.
AP Psychology Essential Information
- Basic 22-page exam review sheet.
- Covers all major topics that will be present on the exam.
Other Resources for AP Psychology Teachers
The above websites are just a few of the many free AP Psychology teacher resources that can be used to supplement lessons. AP Psych teachers can also improve their teaching tools in other ways that are just as useful. The following resources are some of our top picks, but it's important to note that some may require a fee or subscription.
AP Summer Institutes (APSI)
Each summer, the College Board® offers AP professional development through their AP Summer Institutes. During these summer sessions, teachers learn new ways to teach AP classes and go over each section of the course and exam.
AP Online Workshops
For educators who can’t attend in person, the College Board provides online workshops that teach strategies and tools to help AP staff plan and focus their instruction.
Teacher Websites & Communities
There are a variety of social media platforms and websites that provide not only AP Psychology teacher resources, but also a sense of community. This list is by no means exhaustive, but we do recommend you check out the following:
- AP Psychology Teachers (Facebook)
- Classroom 2.0
- Flipped Learning Global Initiative Community
- Teachers Connect
- Teachers Network
- The Current
- The Educator Collaborative
Other Paid Resources & Tools
Tips for Finding Quality AP Psychology Teacher Resources
Ensuring the reliability of instructional materials used in AP Psychology lesson plans is crucial. Here are some ways to make sure that the resources you use are the best they can be:
- Select resources that are created by experts in your content area, published journals, AP educators, or educational materials companies, as these are more trustworthy than those created by individuals without strong academic backgrounds. UWorld's Courses for AP, for example, are developed by former AP teachers and content area specialists.
- Collaborate with other AP teachers in your district by networking with colleagues during professional development sessions or sharing resources at school.
- Utilize online textbook versions, which are often more current and reliable than their printed counterparts, and offer a wide range of tools and resources.
- Choose resources that offer a variety of teaching methods and formats to cater to the unique needs of your students and facilitate effective instruction.
UWorld's Courses for AP is an innovative program that helps students better understand course concepts that are important for AP success. It is a good resource for teachers who want to improve their AP Psych lesson plans and teaching with a quality resource. Discover how we can help your AP program today!
