AP AFAM COURSE DESCRIPTION
This dynamic workshop, endorsed by the College Board and presented by a knowledgeable consultant with specialized expertise in the course, is tailored for educators seeking to elevate their teaching strategies in the AP African American Studies course. Through interactive sessions and collaborative activities, participants will explore effective methods for engaging students with complex topics such as social justice, political movements, and cultural innovations. Teachers will gain access to a variety of resources, including digital tools and scholarly articles, to enhance their curriculum and empower students to excel in the course and beyond.
APSI AFAM Agenda
Note – This agenda may be subject to change, based on the needs and preferences of the registered participants and possible changes to the Course and Exam Description from the College Board. It will still meet the requirements of 30 contact hours and the guidelines of the APSI, regardless of any possible changes.
Day One
Understanding the Course Framework, Content, and Skills; Forming a Supportive and Collaborative Community
● Introductions and community building
● Equity and Access in AP
● AP African American Studies course overview
● Sample Unit 1 Lesson
● Course Framework overview
● Understanding Course Skills
● Course Framework deep dive
● Unit 1 Overview
● Reflections
Day Two
Exam Format, Sample Questions, and Resources
● AP Exam Content/Format: Multiple Choice and Free Response Question (FRQ) sections
● Sample Free Response Questions and scoring
● Unit 2 Overview and Resources
● Sample Unit 2 Lesson
● College Board Resources for teaching AP African American Studies
● Reflections/ Questions
Day Three
Course Project, Assessments, and Pacing
● Project overview and rubric
● Unit 3 Overview
● Sample Unit 3 Lesson
● Formative and Summative Assessment
● Best practices for planning your course
● Creating your course pacing guide
● Reflections/ Questions
Day Four
Lesson Planning and Collaboration
● Community Reflections
● Unit 4 Overview and Resources
● Sample Unit 4 Lesson
● Resource Sharing
● Create a Unit lesson
● Course and pacing planning work
● Closing remarks and reflections
