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    Scaffolding Skills and Writing in AP History for AP Euro Students

    One of the greatest rewards of teaching history is when students can show that they can make effective arguments supported by historical evidence. From a practical point of view, argumentation is at the heart of the free response section of the AP®...

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    10 Tips For First-Year Teachers

    This will be my 12th year teaching high school ELA, and you could say I’ve learned a few things that I wished I knew going into year one. One thing...

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    Discussion with the Chief AP Lit Reader (2024)

    Dr. Brandon Abdon is joined by Chief AP Literature and Composition Reader Steve Price to discuss the 2024 AP exam.

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    Discussion with the Chief AP Lang Reader (2024)

    Chief AP Language and Composition reader Michael Neal joins Dr. Brandon Abdon to discuss to the 2024 AP exam.

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    Adaptive Learning 101

    Every student has a unique set of strengths and weaknesses.

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    Q&A With an AP Lit Reader (2024)

    Brandon Abdon is joined by AP Literature and Composition exam reader Roy Smith to discuss the 2024 AP exam.

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    Q&A with an AP Lang Reader (2024)

    Dr. Brandon Abdon is joined by an AP® Language Exam Reader Christopher Judson to discuss the 2024 AP Exam.

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    Understanding Contextualization in the AP® History Courses

    Contextualization is an intriguing skill introduced in the redesigned AP History courses. It plays a crucial role in multiple aspects of the courses,...

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    Developing Historical Thinking Skills in AP® Social Studies

    In 2015, the College Board introduced several changes to the AP U.S. History course and exam. One significant addition was the inclusion of new...

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    Interactive Juneteenth Lesson Plans for Secondary Education

    Explore engaging and interactive Juneteenth lesson plans designed for secondary education students to deepen their understanding of this important...

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