Provide differentiated options for in-class review so students can choose to focus where they’re feeling weakest
Providing varied options for in-class review allows students to spend time with aspects of review they most need. Students report that having the ability to choose where to focus the review is significantly more beneficial than taking part in a whole-class review.
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.