AP Calculus AB | Full Course Semester 2 | 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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16 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks
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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 last three units of AP Calculus AB as described by CollegeBoard. The instruction will focus on Integration, Reimann Sums, Differential Equations, Area, and Volume as well as a cumulative review of all Calculus AB units. 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
Reimann sumsIntegration
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows College Board Advanced Placement CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Advanced Placement (AP) Standards16 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Area Under a Curve
Introduction to the idea that an integral is the area under a curve and that the area is an accumulation of change Lesson 2:
Reimann Sums
Finding area under a curve using Reimann sums Lesson 3:
Midpoint and Trapezoid Sums
Midpoint and trapezoidal sums Lesson 4:
The Antiderivative
Power rule for integration 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
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Northern Arizona University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics 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
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