Transcript Welcome to AP Human Geography!

The AP Program
Clover High School
AP Opportunities at CHS
• Existing AP Courses (10):
– Calculus (43), Statistics (19)
– Biology (13), Chemistry (17), Environmental
Science (14), Physics
– US History (85), Human Geography (32)
– English Literature and Composition (32), English
Language and Composition
– Spanish and French
– Studio Art: 2-D Design (2)
– Music Theory
– Computer Science
AP Enrollment 2010-2013
# AP Students Duplicated
300
282
270
250
174
200
150
100
120
# AP Students
85
50
0
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
AP Scores 2010-2013
% with 3+
80%
73%
70%
60%
66.8%
60%
60.2%
57.1%
63%
60% 60%
59% 61%
58.4% 60.8%
50%
CHS
40%
SC
30%
Global
20%
10%
0%
2010
2011
2012
2013
**2014 exams not yet administered
The Basics
• Advanced Placement Program® (AP®) courses
are college-level courses offered in high
school. AP courses reflect what is taught in top
introductory college courses.
• At the end of course, students take
standardized AP Exams.
• Students who do well on AP Exams can earn
credit and/or placement into advanced
courses in college.
What Are AP Courses Like?
AP courses typically demand more of students than
regular or honors courses.
•Classes tend to be fast-paced and cover more
material than typical high school classes.
•More time, inside and outside of the classroom, is
required to complete lessons, assignments and
homework.
•AP teachers expect their students to think critically,
analyze and synthesize facts and data, weigh
competing perspectives, and write clearly and
persuasively.
The Benefits of AP Courses
AP courses are challenging, but the work pays
off.
•Students develop confidence,
and learn study habits
and time management skills
essential for success in college.
How Can Parents Support Their AP
Student?
• Encourage time management
• Remind your student to prioritize and to
help them keep their priorities in order.
• Assist them with study groups.
• Designate specific places and times for
studying and doing homework in the
home.
AP Initial Qualification
• 92 on the PSAT and/or 42 on ACT Explore
• These scores place students in approximately
the top 90% nationwide on each test.
• These scores represent the recommended
scores for initial freshman admission into the
AP Program.
AP Exams
• AP Exams are administered by schools
worldwide on set dates each May.
• Exams usually last around three hours.
• Each AP Exam contains:
– Multiple-choice questions
– Free-response questions (essay, problem-solving,
oral response)
AP and College Admission
• Colleges rank “Grades in college prep courses”
and “Strength of curriculum” as the top two
factors in the admission decision.*
• 85% of selective colleges and universities (less
than 70% of applicants admitted)report that a
student’s AP experience favorably impacts
admission decisions.
• AP courses are seen as a sign that students are
not afraid to challenge themselves thus most
colleges and universities view AP coursework as
advanced preparation for college.
AP Boosts Eligibility for Scholarships
• 31% of colleges and universities consider a student’s
AP experience when making decisions about which
students will receive scholarships.
• “Having the AP exam score can make the difference
when it comes down to awarding precious
scholarship dollars”
– Edwina Harris Hamby, former Dean of Admissions, Fisk University
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“Having the AP Exam score can make the difference when it comes down to
awarding precious scholarship dollars.”
—Edwina Harris Hamby, former Dean of Admission, Fisk University
UNC Study
• What is the perfect amount of AP?
• Depends on the student
• Areas of strength, future goals, or a variety of
classes
• For UNC, five is a magic number.
Top Ten admissions questions
• Wake Forest
– SAT/ACT optional
• Academic Record
-Curriculum
-Grades
Typical grade level for courses
9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
• Human Geography
• US History
• English Literature
• Physics
12th grade
11th or 12th
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English Language
Calculus
Computer Science
Visual Art
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental
Statistics
French
Spanish
Computer Science
Music Theory
Possible differences in
9th grade schedule
Fall (August – January)
Spring (January – June)
English 2 Honors
Geometry Honors
World Geography Honors
Physical Science Honors
Spanish 1 or 2
PE or ROTC
Elective
Elective
Fall (August – January)
Spring (January – June)
English 2 Honors
Geometry Honors
AP Human Geography
AP Human Geography
Spanish 1 or 2
Biology 1 Honors
PE or ROTC or Elective
Elective
Biology 1 Honors
• Curiosity – Science is about asking questions
• Energy – You get out what you put in
• Fun – LABS!
• Topics
Atoms, Periodic Table, Bonding, Cells, Energy,
Heredity, Ecology, Change over time
Biology 1 Honors Keys to Success
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Organized Notebook and Agenda
Keep up with the course due dates
Come to class prepared
Additional reading assignments
High level of participation in course
discussions
• Vocabulary
Welcome to
AP Human Geography!
What is Human Geography?
• Geography is the study of where things
are located on Earth’s surface and the
reasons for the location. (Where? and
Why?)
• Human geography is the study of where
human activities are located and why
human activities are located where they
are. (Examples: religions, businesses,
cities, languages, ethnicities, agriculture,
manufacturing, services, etc.)
Course Topics
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Geography: It’s Nature and Perspectives
Population
Cultural Patterns and Processes
Political Organization of Space
Agricultural and Rural Land Use
Industrialization and Economic
Development
• Cities and Urban Land Use
What to expect next year?
• High Expectations and High Rigor
• College level course
– This means it will be challenging but you have
opportunity to earn college credit.
Readings Per Class
20 pages every 2 days
• Read carefully and thoughtfully and take notes as
you read.
• You must outline each section before it is discussed
in class.
Study Hours Per
Class
1.5 hours per day if you spread out the work
appropriately
Tests, Essays,
Papers
1-2 tests per unit consisting of 40 multiple choice
questions and 1 free response question.
• Covers large amounts of material.
• Includes high level analysis and application
questions.
Major Projects
One project per unit.
Summer Work
• Consists of mapping, reading, and current event
analysis.
• Graded.
• Due on first day of school.
Special Thanks to our
Student Panel!!
Thank you!
Please complete the forms and turn
into your Middle School Office by
Thursday, April 23.