This workshop will provide valuable insights into teaching the comparative method using the six required case studies: China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, and the United Kingdom. Explore the latest 2019-20 course changes and dive into all five units of the Course and Exam Description (CED), ensuring that both new and veteran teachers are equipped to tackle the challenges of the revised curriculum. By attending this APSI, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the course framework, the exam, and the new AP resources that will enhance your instructional planning and ability to provide feedback on individual student progress. We will cover essential topics such as understanding the course, planning effective instruction, teaching strategies, assessing student progress, and fostering engagement within the AP community. Special attention will be given to AP Classroom resources, including unit guides, personal progress checks, the AP teacher community, and the AP question bank.
Goals of this APSI:
- Develop familiarity with the Course and Exam Description (CED) for AP Comparative Government and Politics.
- Develop confidence in assessing student written work according to the standards of the AP Reading.
- Develop and explore strategies to teach course concepts.
- Develop familiarity with the online resources offered by AP Classroom.
Tentative Schedule:
Day 1:
- Deconstructing the Exam
- What is Political Science
- Introduction to the Course and Exam Description.
- Skills AND Content
- “The Great Debate” Country by County or Thematic
- Unit 1: Political Systems, Regimes, and Governments.
- Equity and Access
Day 2:
- Unit 2: Political Institutions.
- Activities
- Unit 3: Political Culture and Participation.
- Activities
Day 3:
- General Instructional Instructional Strategies.
- Unit 4: Party/Electoral Systems and Citizens Orgs.
- Unit 5: Political and Economic Changes.
Day 4:
- AP Course Audit
- Developing your syllabus.
- AP Classroom
- Resource exploration
- Textbook
- Student writing
What to bring:
- Wireless-enabled laptop/tablet.
- Lesson plan or idea to share.
- If possible, the text you plan on using.
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Dear Participants
I am delighted that you have registered for this APSI for AP Comparative Government and Politics. This workshop aims to equip both new and veteran teachers with the necessary tools and strategies to navigate the challenges of the revised curriculum.
During this workshop, you will explore the six required case studies: China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, and the United Kingdom. We will delve into all five units of the Course and Exam Description (CED) and familiarize ourselves with the latest 2019-20 course changes. By attending this workshop, you will gain a deeper understanding of the course framework, the exam, and the new AP resources that can enhance your instructional planning and ability to provide feedback on individual student progress.
The agenda covers essential topics such as understanding the course, planning effective instruction, teaching strategies, assessing student progress, and fostering engagement within the AP community. Special attention will be given to AP Classroom resources, including unit guides, personal progress checks, the AP teacher community, and the AP question bank. The agenda can and will be adjusted based on participant requests and needs.
I look forward to your participation and the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and collaborative learning.
Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at eugene.chase@edmondschools.net.
Thank you for your commitment to excellence in teaching.
Sincerely,
Gene
