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AP US History

AP US History. Mr. Homan. To demonstrate your ability to succeed as a college student To become eligible for scholarships To save money on college by earning college credit To test out of intro college courses To enrich your high school experience. Why are you here?.

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AP US History

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  1. AP US History Mr. Homan

  2. To demonstrate your ability to succeed as a college student To become eligible for scholarships To save money on college by earning college credit To test out of intro college courses To enrich your high school experience Why are you here?

  3. NP vs. National Results!

  4. I strive to uphold the vision of the North Penn School District, which is to inspire each student to reach his or her highest potential and become a responsible citizen. Therefore, on my honor, I pledge that I have neither given nor received unauthorized assistance on this work.” Honor Pledge

  5. A+ 97 – 100% A 90 – 96% B+ 87 – 89% B 80 – 86% C+ 77 – 79% C 70 – 76% D 65 – 69% F Below 65% Grading Scale

  6. based on short essays written in response to readings, longer unit essay tests, unit objective tests, DBQ essays, class work, home assignments, and special assignments 90%

  7. Class participation is defined as: “Being prepared for class and contributing constructive ideas, thoughts, insights and information to class discussions.” 10%

  8. Students who take the AP US History exam, and who have a final average of 80% or higher at the end of the fourth marking period, have the option of exempting the NP history final exam. Final Grades

  9. Exam Length – 3 hours and 15 minutes • 100 minutes – Multiple Choice and Short Answers • 95 minutes – Free Response Section Friday, May 8, 2015

  10. AP US HISTORY EXAM

  11. 9 Historical Periods

  12. Thematic Learning Objectives

  13. 9 Historical Thinking Skills

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