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Scaffolding AP® History DBQs: Don't Wait Until Second Semester
In the Course and Exam Descriptions (CED), College Board AP History courses are designed for students to “develop and use the same skills, practices,...
Unlock the power of historical thinking and writing as you elevate complexity and engagement in AP History classrooms. Presented by experienced AP consultants, teachers, professors, and former committee members, this webinar explores strategies for developing analytical skills—including sourcing, contextualization, and argumentation—while emphasizing the role of writing in fostering connections across themes and time periods.
Learn how to guide students in synthesizing content, drawing meaningful comparisons, and crafting well-reasoned, nuanced written arguments. Attendees will leave with practical tools and resources to strengthen students’ historical thinking and writing skills, preparing them for exam success while enabling them to view history as a dynamic framework for understanding the world.
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