A preview of best practices for advanced students Deeper Learning A preview of best practices for advanced students

Deeper Learning and AP http://gettingsmart.com/2011/01/toward-deeper-learning-the- new-ap/ This web site explains why Deeper Learning experiences prepare students for success on the revised AP exams.

What is Deeper Learning? http://www.hewlett.org/programs/education/deeper- learning/what-deeper-learning The Hewlett Foundation provides articles, blogs, resources and videos to help educators better understand how Deeper Learning can support high levels of student achievement.

Deeper Learning and Acheivement http://www.hewlett.org/sites/default/files/AIR Deeper Learning Summary.pdf This article summarizes success of Deeper Learning on standardized tests. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLA_hphhj5o This is a video of a student describing his AP, Deeper Learning experience.

Project Based Curriculum http://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-introduction- video This video explains how a project based curriculum can engage students and improve both rigor and relevance.

More Evidence http://www.edutopia.org/blog/ap-and-pbl-it-works-andrew- miller This blog addresses results of a study showing improved AP results for students who engage in Deeper Learning experiences.

Deeper Learning and CCSS http://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-common- core-resources - graph1 This web page provides numerous articles, videos and blogs that address how Project Based, Deeper Learning supports students in meeting the CCSS.

Reflection Do you see this type of learning taking place in your school’s AP classrooms? Which elements are most common? What are some of the barriers or challenges for teachers in using these methods? How do you feel your school’s AP teachers will respond to ideas about using Deeper Learning or PBL strategies in their classrooms? Want to plan next steps? Let me know!