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How the AP® Computer Science Principles Course Provides Teachers Flexibility

Most students who sign up for AP® Computer Science do so because they love computers or they love programming. These students feel right at home in the course because they get a comprehensive overview of programming in Java. It’s a rigorous class meant for students who are passionate about programming.

But what about the students who have never tried programming? Why would these students sign up to take a rigorous course to learn a skill they know nothing about? These students would benefit from a class that focuses not just on programming, but the computer science field as a whole.

What’s a Good ACT® Score? What’s a Bad ACT® Score?

Until recently, the SAT® was the test to take to qualify for college admissions. It has been administered consistently since the 1920’s and is considered a staple in American culture, and is even a rite of passage to some.

So, in 1959, the ACT® program was born. ACT® is an abbreviation for American College Test and was started by a professor in Iowa who was dissatisfied with the SAT® testing format and procedures.

3 Ways to Approach AP® Statistics Free Response Questions

At first glance, the free response questions (FRQ’s) may seem like the most intimidating part of the AP® Statistics exam. Essay questions on a math test?

The FRQ section consists of five short answer questions and one investigative task. This portion takes ninety minutes and is half your exam score. Here are some tips for studying beforehand and for how to approach the test itself.

When Should You Take the ACT®? Best ACT® Test Dates

So you’re finally ready to take the ACT®! This is a pretty big moment for you. While the ACT® is not the biggest part of your college application, it is still an essential component. Picking the best ACT® test date will help you to succeed on the exam.

One Month AP® Comparative Government Study Guide

Preparing for an AP® Exam in just one month can seem like a tall order, but is perfectly doable with the right plan – a plan which will prepare you for the test and boost your test-taking confidence by getting you used to test-like conditions.

How to Approach AP® English Literature Multiple-Choice Questions

As you prepare for the AP® English Literature Exam, it’s easy to disregard the multiple-choice section as a given. However, the AP® English Literature multiple-choice questions make up 45% of the total score. In 2016, only 7.6% of students scored a 5 on the Exam. In order to boost your chances of being in those elite few, this year, follow the guide herein towards success.

The Ultimate AP® English Literature Reading List

Knowing which literary works to study when preparing to face the AP® English Literature exam takes some thought on your part. You can prepare your own AP® English Literature reading list using some of the following selections and the commentary I’ve provided.

How to Rock your AP® Psychology FRQ

The AP® Psych FRQ, or free response question section of the AP® Psychology exam, consists of two questions that evaluate your ability to make connections across the AP® Psychology course material. You will have 50 minutes to complete these two questions, which are worth 33% of your total exam score.

How to Make Effective AP® US History Flashcards

You have probably seen “Make Flash Cards” show up on just about every AP® review guide article. Well, it’s for good reason! Flashcards are one of the simplest and most helpful study tools around, and they should be an essential part of your AP® US History study plan. The only thing that can take this study strategy to the next level is making some killer effective flashcards.

How to Study for the ACT®: 15 Ways to Prepare

As you know, the ACT® is an exam designed to test what you’ve learned and the skills you’ve acquired throughout your many years in school. That means you’re going to face a lot of challenging material, and your ACT® can play a big role in whether or not you get into the college of your choice.