I'm a freshman and I'm taking 2 AP classes my sophmore year. Can you guys give me some advice on what it's like to have an AP class. Also, who here has taken AP world history because that's what I'm taking.
2007-02-14 07:51:11 · 3 answers · asked by Garrett C 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
If you are generally a good student then AP classes shouldn't be TOO hard. My high school teachers always curved grades too so my actual grade in the class was usually high. What the teachers were concerned about were the scores on the AP exams. A lot of AP classes give past AP exams for tests... but see a passing score on a AP exam is 3/5 so yes they are difficult. That is why my teachers always curved the grades. Pay attention and study for the AP exam and it will pay off. My scores have saved me both time and money in college. Good luck!
2007-02-14 07:55:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
AP classes are really good, especially to prepare for college. It shows up really well on a transcript, and it's a good challenge.
Sure, you'll probably be getting more homework than the rest, but it gives you a heads up for college. It also helps you to manage your time -- I'm a pretty active HS student, and it has helped me learn to gain a balance between schoolwork and fun.
AP World History was actually a pretty good class, I found mine interesting. However, we had a Coach as a teacher, and it wasn't as challenging as the others. Whatever you do, always ask for extra credit. That definitely helps out a lot.
Good luck with your high school career!
2007-02-14 16:09:36 · answer #2 · answered by dansefanatik 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ive taken plenty of AP classes and theyre not bad. it is hard but the best advice i could give u is to dont fall behind on ur work and especially on your reading. the classes help alot and if ur going to be a sophomore i think its AP euro. history not AP world history
2007-02-14 19:07:23 · answer #3 · answered by auggie33 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋