1. AP World History Advance Academic Presentation
Mr. Robert Perez
AP World History & AP European History Instructor
John A. Ferguson Senior High School

2. “One of the best standard predictors of academic success at Harvard is performance on Advanced Placement Examinations.”
—William R. Fitzsimmons Dean of Admissions, Harvard University
“Completing AP Courses is one way applicants demonstrate a willingness to accept academic challenges. Strong grades and high test scores certainly demonstrate preparation for college.”
- Lori Goldman, Director of Admissions, University of Arizona
A.P. World History
INITIAL CONTACT

3. Mr. Robert Perez
Contact information
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Remind App (stay tuned for instructions)
Edmodo App (stay tuned for instructions)

4. Remind (Text Reminders)
Download the Remind App on your mobile device.
Will we utilize remind to communicate via text.
Text the the number 81010

5. What do you know about AP?
Please share any information you know or wish to know about Advanced Placement courses.

6. Advanced Placement Intro Video

7. What are Advanced Placement classes?
Set of internationally administered High School classes
Present in over 180 countries
Overseen by the College Board:
All programs designed by College professors
Who administer certification programs for incoming AP teachers
Mission: Connect students to university success and opportunity
Success on an AP Exam represents mastery of concepts and skills necessary for success in postsecondary studies.

9. How do AP classes differ from other classes?
Possesses a definite timeline (must be finished by May 16th)
Pace is roughly one chapter a week in College-level textbook
It is a College Board approved course
Teacher created syllabus requires College Board approval
Student responsibility shifts to a more collegiate model
Teacher focuses on skill development and support
Students teach themselves the content
Increased workload
Expect multiple weekly assignments

11. How will A.P. classes benefit you?
Prepares students for college and helps ensure smooth transition
Studies have shown that:
Single biggest predictor for success in college is whether students were exposed to rigorous material while in High School
Students who score 3 or higher on AP Exams perform as well as or better than university students in the corresponding course.
Students who score 3 or higher on AP Exams perform better in college than non-AP students.
Provides advantage for students applying to competitive universities
Helps universities identify students who have willingly challenged themselves
Increased GPA weight

14. How will A.P. classes benefit your child?
Save money!
Strong AP exam performance = Earned college credits
AP World History can equal as much as $12,000 saved
Individual universities determine acceptability
4’s & 5’s….sometimes 3’s
90% of all American universities accept AP credits
The school CAP adviser can provide you further information.
Strong AP performance enables students to qualify/apply for scholarships
Save time!
Strong AP exam performance allows students to test out of classes
With enough AP classes students can graduate college early
Ensures a learning environment in which all present are motivated and prepared students who chose to be challenged
AP classes tend to feel more like a family than any other classes

16. AP World History Exam Format
AP WORLD HISTORY EXAM: 3 HOURS AND 15 MINUTES
Section I Part A: Multiple Choice | 55 Questions | Minutes | 40% of Exam Score
Section I Part B: Short Answer | 3 Questions | Minutes | 20% of Exam Score
Section II Part A: Document Based | 1 Question | Minutes (includes a 15-minute reading period) | 25% of Exam Score
Section II Part B: Long Essay | 1 Question | 40 Minutes | 15% of Exam Score

17. Passing Scores
Students who take the AP exam will get a score ranging from 1 to 5. The College Board defines the numbers as follows:
5 - Extremely well qualified to receive college credit
4 - Well qualified to receive college credit
3 - Qualified to receive college credit
2 - Possibly qualified to receive college credit
1 - No recommendation to receive college credi

19. How do you find out your score?
You must create a College Board Account.
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Make sure to use an you check regularly.
Tip- use a password you will not forget.

20. Why you should enroll in APWH?
In my experience, successful AP students:
Must want it for themselves
Have received B’s or better in earlier Social Studies/Writing classes
Exceptions do exist!
Are self-motivated…with past 75%+ averages in HW

21. Step To Succeed
Create a schedule for yourself to read the textbook. Roughly one chapter a week.
Take detailed notes. All notes must be handwritten.
Take online self quizzes found in the textbook website.
Communicate concerns with Mr. Perez.
Submit assignments on time.

22. Interactive Session Using Padlet
Visit the link below and answer the question.
Make sure to write your name were it says “Topic” followed by your response
goals

23. Edmodo We will utilize Edmodo for the following reasons:
Class announcements
Access assignments to download.
Access PowerPoint presentations.
Submit online assignments
(I have already uploaded the course syllabus for you to download)
Download Edmodo App on your mobile device:
Group Codes to join: (To Be Announced)
Period 1 – TBA Period 5 - TBA
Period 2 – TBA Period 6 - TBA
Period 3 – TBA Period 7 - TBA
Period 4 – TBA Period 8 - TBA

25. AP World History Periods Covered

31. Interactive Session Using Padlet
Visit the link below and answer the question.
Make sure to write your name were it says “Topic” followed by your response
history

32. AP World History Thinking Skills

33. AP World History Thinking Skills

34. AP World History Thinking Skills

35. AP World History Thinking Skills

36. AP World History Thinking Skills

37. AP World History Thinking Skills

38. AP World History Thinking Skills

39. AP World History Thinking Skills

40. AP World History Thinking Skills

41. Classroom Materials Required Materials
(1) 1 ½” to 2” 3-Ring binder with pockets and a plastic over located in the front and back.
(9) Dividers with the following labels: Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3, Unit 4, Unit 5, Unit 6, S.A.Q. (Short Answer Question), L.E.Q (Long Essay Question), D.B.Q. (Document Based Question),
Charging Battery for mobile device (optional)
Optical Mouse for Tablet (optional)
The Princeton Review: Cracking the AP World History Exam 2018 Edition

42. AP World History Review Book

43. Follow Me on Twitter!!! Robert Perez @JAFHistory
We will be posting and sharing some of our accomplishments throughout the year.

44. Thank You!!!