AP Calculus AB | Full Course Semester 1 | Independent Study
In this 12 week online course students will work through an exploration-based approach to AP Calculus AB that includes AP style multiple choice and free response practice.
Lauren M.S. Mathematics Education
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What's included
30 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
4+ hours per week. 1-2 per weekAssessment
Students who would like a letter grade may opt in for a cumulative exam and letter grade. The overall grade will be assessed at 60% exam score and 40% completion of course.Class Experience
US Grade 10 - 12
Advanced Level
This course will introduce students to the first five units of AP Calculus AB as described by Collegeboard. The instruction will focus on limits and continuity, the technical application of differentiation, and the applications of derivatives. As a self-paced course students will have access to the following content: 1. A readiness assessment to review prior knowledge of algebra and geometry skills; lessons are recommended for review based on the results of the assessment 2. A guided lesson with short videos, practice problems, and a Desmos Interactive 3. Multiple choice and free response questions to practice the topic of the week While there are no live lessons, student work will be graded or reviewed and feedback will be provided for each topic as needed.
Learning Goals
Limits and ContinuityDifferentiation: Definition and Basic Derivative Rules
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows College Board Advanced Placement CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Advanced Placement (AP) Standards30 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Limits and Notation
What is a limit? Lesson 2:
Limits from Graphs and Tables
Evaluating limits from graphs and tables Lesson 3:
Infinite Limits
Evaluating infinite limits and limits at infinity Lesson 4:
Limits by Factoring
Algebraic techniques for evaluating limits Other Details
Learning Needs
Lesson videos are brief and loaded with pause and practice moments shown to improve learning outcomes for students with unique learning needs. Printable notes are provided for students who prefer to have guidance when taking notes.
Pre-Requisites
Students should have experience with Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry prior to taking this course. Something equivalent to PreCalculus is considered necessary for success, however, any student can enroll for enrichment.
Supply List
A TI-84+ calculator is recommended but not required. All calculations can be completed using the free graphing calculator at Desmos.com
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined January, 2023
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50reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Northern Arizona University
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Arizona State University
I have been a math educator since 2010. I have 9 years of experience teaching Algebra 1 through Statistics at the high school level including AP level courses and 5 years of experience teaching Algebra through Calculus II at the college level.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$20
weekly30 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks of teacher support
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Ages: 14-18
