Difference between revisions of "AP Exams"
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| − | The '''Advanced Placement examinations''' ('''AP | + | The '''Advanced Placement examinations''' ('''AP exams''') are an annual occurrence at many high schools in the US, including [[Gunn|Gunn High School]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/ap-around-the-world|title=AP Around the World|publisher=College Board|accessdate=2020-10-16}}</ref> The AP exams are an important component of Gunn culture<span>{{Fact}}</span> to demonstrate one's proficiency to colleges and possibly gain college credit,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.collegexpress.com/articles-and-advice/test-prep/ask-experts/should-i-take-ap-tests/|title=Should I take AP tests?|author=Will Zuberbuhler|publisher=CollegeXpress|accessdate=2020-10-16}}</ref> which can be used to reduce tuition fees. |
== Structure == | == Structure == | ||
The structure of AP exams vary significantly depending on the subject of the exam.<ref name="ap-structure">{{Cite web|url=https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/about-ap-exams/exam-timing-structure|title=Exam Timing and Structure|language=English|publisher=College Board|accessdate=2020-10-16}}</ref> Most | The structure of AP exams vary significantly depending on the subject of the exam.<ref name="ap-structure">{{Cite web|url=https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/about-ap-exams/exam-timing-structure|title=Exam Timing and Structure|language=English|publisher=College Board|accessdate=2020-10-16}}</ref> Most | ||
exams have multiple choice and free response sections, usually taking 2–3 hours.<ref name="ap-structure"/> | exams have multiple choice and free response sections, usually taking 2–3 hours.<ref name="ap-structure"/> | ||
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| + | Due to school closures during the Covid-19 pandemic, the AP exam format was temporarily changed to allow the test to be taken virtually.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/students/taking-ap-exams/ap-exam-schedule|title=2020 AP Exam Schedule and Information|publisher=College Board|accessdate=2020-10-16}}</ref> However, because the new temporary tests were significantly shorter, the ability of these exams to accurately reflect the student's understanding of a course has been contested.<span>{{Fact}}</span> | ||
== Registration == | == Registration == | ||
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Payment for the exams is done through Total Registration. However, students who are taking the corresponding AP course must | Payment for the exams is done through Total Registration. However, students who are taking the corresponding AP course must | ||
| − | also enroll on AP Classroom.<ref name="gunn"> Teachers may use AP Classroom to provide resources to students as practice in-class or out of class. | + | also enroll on AP Classroom.<ref name="gunn" /> Teachers may use AP Classroom to provide resources to students as practice in-class or out of class. |
== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
Revision as of 04:14, 17 October 2020
The Advanced Placement examinations (AP exams) are an annual occurrence at many high schools in the US, including Gunn High School.[1] The AP exams are an important component of Gunn culture[citation needed] to demonstrate one's proficiency to colleges and possibly gain college credit,[2] which can be used to reduce tuition fees.
Structure
The structure of AP exams vary significantly depending on the subject of the exam.[3] Most exams have multiple choice and free response sections, usually taking 2–3 hours.[3]
Due to school closures during the Covid-19 pandemic, the AP exam format was temporarily changed to allow the test to be taken virtually.[4] However, because the new temporary tests were significantly shorter, the ability of these exams to accurately reflect the student's understanding of a course has been contested.[citation needed]
Registration
At Gunn, registration is only accepted from PAUSD students due to space constraints.[5]
Payment for the exams is done through Total Registration. However, students who are taking the corresponding AP course must also enroll on AP Classroom.[5] Teachers may use AP Classroom to provide resources to students as practice in-class or out of class.
External Links
References
- ↑ AP Around the World. College Board. Retrieved on October 16, 2020.
- ↑ Will Zuberbuhler. Should I take AP tests?. CollegeXpress. Retrieved on October 16, 2020.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Exam Timing and Structure (English). College Board. Retrieved on October 16, 2020.
- ↑ 2020 AP Exam Schedule and Information. College Board. Retrieved on October 16, 2020.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 AP Exams 20-21 (English). PAUSD (2020). Retrieved on October 16, 2020.