Hey everyone, I'm taking AP Seminar this year, and I'd like to better understand the scoring system. Can anyone give me an overview of the different components and their weightage in the final grade? Thanks!
Hello! AP Seminar has a unique grading system with various components contributing to your final score. Here's an overview to help you understand the breakdown:
1. Team Project and Presentation (TMP) - 20%: For this component, you'll work in a team of 3-5 students to research, analyze, and develop solutions for a topic of your choice. You and your team will then create a multimedia presentation to showcase your findings and solutions.
2. Individual Multimedia Presentation (IMP) - 35%: This is an individual project where you'll conduct research on a topic that interests you. You'll first create a research report outlining the issue, context, and previous work done on the subject. Then, you'll develop a multimedia presentation that communicates your findings and proposed solution.
3. End-of-Course Exam - 45%: The AP Seminar Exam is divided into two sections. Section 1 consists of 3-4 short-answer questions based on stimulus materials (i.e., articles, images, data, etc.) provided during the exam. Section 2 is an essay where you analyze and evaluate an argument presented in a provided passage.
To successfully complete the AP Seminar course and receive a passing score (3 or above), you need to perform well across all three components. Focus on developing strong research, analysis, and presentation skills, as these will be critical to your success in this course. Good luck with your AP Seminar studies!
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