2007-01-10 14:07:06 · 8 answers · asked by illwilll1989 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a truly "easy" AP class - typically AP classes are very challenging and require a lot of work in the form of reading, writing, etc. After all, the goal of an AP class is to prepare you for the eventual AP exam, which requires you to regurgitate a year's worth of information in the form of multiple choice and essay questions in a very limited amount of time.
For the best possible results, your choice of AP classes should cater to your interests and to the level of motivation and dedication you are prepared to make. If you enter into an AP class with the impression that you want to do minimal work, for example, you'll likely be in for a rude awakening. Similarly, if you take a Calculus AP class and you dislike math, it's going to be all the more challenging to succeed.
Take the classes that you have a genuine interest for. It will be much easier to pay attention in class, complete assignments, and retain information about a subject that intrigues you. Are you a math/science oriented person? Try Calculus, Economics, Chemistry, Biology (or Environmental Science), Physics, or Statistics AP.
More of a liberal artsy type? English Literature or English Language AP will be very enjoyable for you if you love to write. If you're a history buff, take US History (rather challenging, a lot of reading), World/European History, Human Geography (easier to self-study) or American Government AP. And of course, if languages come naturally to you or if you're a native speaker of another language, take the AP class or exam for that language.
And of course, Psychology is a fascinating AP class for almost anyone.
The bottom line is to choose subjects that interest you. If you're interested, you'll be more motivated to work hard and learn, and therefore more likely to earn a decent grade on the the AP exam(s).
2007-01-10 14:41:45 · answer #1 · answered by Taryn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
AP classes are meant to be challenging, so not many are easy. Plus, A class that is easy for me or any one else, may not be easy for you. If you plan on taking AP classes, you should be ready for a challenge. If you want to take an easy class, I would recommend one that is not advanced placement.
2007-01-10 22:11:56 · answer #2 · answered by Ace 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about the easiness of the courses. However personally, I got the most out of AP US History and European History. Talk this over with your parents and guidance counselor and evaluate what is reasonable. If possible talk to some of the teachers that conduct the AP courses you are considering.
2007-01-12 01:15:54 · answer #3 · answered by ≈ nohglf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
AP classes aren't supposed to be easy, thats why they are called AP classes, AP stands for 'advanced placement'
2007-01-10 22:16:20 · answer #4 · answered by maddog 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I didn't think AP was supposed to be easy given they give you early credit, in a sense, for college. The easiest classes for you to take, in general, would be the subject areas you find the most interesting and do the best in anyhow.
2007-01-10 22:10:35 · answer #5 · answered by glurpy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends. some teachers make an AP class harder or easier than what its supposed to. it also depends what you're good at! i think AP Human Geography was pretty easy. AP sciences or math is CRAZY hard!!!
2007-01-10 22:11:53 · answer #6 · answered by Cinderella 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends what your strengths are. AP psych is generally pretty easy b/c the guy who wrote the text wrote the exam. histories aren't too bad, but u.s. is definitely easier than world.
2007-01-10 22:11:46 · answer #7 · answered by kELY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are none.
2007-01-10 22:14:25 · answer #8 · answered by Mike T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋