Build in group discussions and informal conversations for students to hear differing views and get comfortable with each other, including working in varied groups of peers
Experiences marked with “ Students Shared” were generated directly from conversations with students about what supports their success in AP.
Students report that getting to work in varied groups of peers allows them to hear differing points of view and get comfortable with their classmates, allowing them to build relationships with peers and reach out to them for help when needed.
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. Experiences marked with “ Students Shared” were generated directly from conversations with students about what supports their success in AP.