Begin practicing AP exam format regularly, with assessments mirroring the exam format
The more students are able to interact with the AP exam format, the more comfortable they will be tackling it. Equipping students with AP content is essential, and equally important is teaching the exam format and allowing students to practice it.
We suggest implementing these strategies:
Explore Student Experiences Throughout the School Year
Click on each critical period to explore student experiences.
Strong Start
August/September
Keeping Up
November/December
Midterm Reset
January/February
Exam Prep
March/April
Due to varying school schedules and contexts, the exact timing of the critical periods will differ by school and even by class. The months provided are a guide for where teachers should be looking for experiences based on time of year.