AP キャップストーンをマスターする: リサーチとセミナーのスキル
この 8 週間のオンライン コースでは、14 ～ 18 歳の学生が AP セミナーと AP リサーチで成功できるように準備します。学生は、魅力的なレッスンと実践的な練習を通じて、重要なリサーチ、分析、コミュニケーション スキルを身につけます。
含まれるもの
8 録画レッスン
8 週間
教師のサポート1年間のアクセス
コンテンツに課題
週あたり 2-4 時間. Type: Assignments and Projects Frequency: Weekly Students will complete weekly assignments that build on the skills learned in each module. These assignments will include research exercises, writing tasks, data analysis projects, and presentation preparations. A final project in Week 8 will synthesize all skills learned throughout the course. Feedback: Weekly Instructor will provide written feedback on weekly assignments within 3-5 days of submission. This feedback will include specific comments on areas of strength and suggestions for improvement. For the final project, more comprehensive feedback will be provided, including a rubric assessment aligned with AP Capstone expectations.修了証書
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このクラスで学べること
Class Description: This 8-week self-paced course is designed to equip students with the essential skills needed for success in the AP Capstone program, focusing on both AP Seminar and AP Research components. Students will develop critical thinking, research, analysis, and presentation skills crucial for academic success and beyond. Class Experience: What will be taught: Students will learn a comprehensive set of skills including: -Crafting effective research questions -Evaluating source credibility using the RAVEN method -Analyzing and constructing arguments -Understanding and interpreting data -Academic writing and proper citation methods -Presentation skills -Synthesizing multiple sources and perspectives -Reflective writing techniques Topics covered: Each week focuses on a specific aspect of research and academic skills: -Introduction to AP Capstone and research methodologies -Crafting research questions and topic refinement -Source evaluation and credibility -Argument analysis and construction -Data analysis and interpretation -Academic writing and citation -Presentation skills -Synthesis and reflection Class structure: This self-paced course is divided into 8 weekly modules. Each module includes: -Video lectures explaining key concepts -Reading materials and academic articles -Short quizzes to check understanding -Practical assignments to apply learned skills Teaching style: The course employs a mix of instructional methods to cater to different learning styles: -Engaging video lectures to introduce and explain concepts -Real-world examples and case studies to illustrate key points -Guided practice exercises to reinforce learning -Open-ended assignments to encourage critical thinking and creativity Learner interaction: While this is a self-paced course, learners will have multiple opportunities for engagement: -Interactive exercises embedded in the course materials -Individual feedback on key assignments from the instructor By the end of this course, students will have a solid foundation in research, critical thinking, and communication skills, preparing them for success in AP Capstone and beyond.
学習到達目標
Develop and refine research questions that are clear, focused, and conducive to in-depth exploration.Apply the RAVEN method (Reputation, Ability to See, Vested Interest, Expertise, Neutrality) to evaluate the credibility and relevance of sources.
シラバス
8 レッスン
8 週間以上レッスン 1:
Week 1: Introduction to AP Capstone
Title: Foundations of AP Capstone
Description: Overview of AP Capstone program, introduction to research methodologies, developing critical thinking skills, and introduction to the QUEST framework. レッスン 2:
Week 2: Crafting Research Questions
Title: The Art of Inquiry
Description: Characteristics of effective research questions, narrowing and refining topics, practice formulating research questions, introduction to the RAVEN method for source evaluation. レッスン 3:
Week 3: Source Evaluation and Credibility
Title: Navigating the Information Landscape
Description: Evaluating source credibility, understanding bias and perspective, practicing the RAVEN method, introduction to academic databases and scholarly sources. レッスン 4:
Week 4: Argument Analysis and Construction
Title: Building Strong Arguments
Description: Identifying claims, evidence, and reasoning, analyzing argument structure, constructing valid arguments, introduction to counterarguments and rebuttals. その他の情報
外部リソース
このクラスでは、Outschool内のクラスルームに加えて、以下を使用します。
使用する教材
This course will utilize a variety of academic sources to teach research skills and provide practice materials. These include:
The College Board's AP Capstone curriculum guidelines
Academic journals accessed through JSTOR and Google Scholar
Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL) for APA citation guidance
Selected articles from reputable news sources for analysis exercises
Data sets from government databases (e.g., U.S. Census Bureau, World Bank) for data analysis practice
TED Talks and academic conference presentations for studying effective presentation techniques
All sources will be age-appropriate and aligned with Outschool's content policies. Full citations will be provided for all materials used in the course.
参加しました January, 2024
教師の専門知識と資格
As the instructor for this AP Capstone preparation course, I bring the following qualifications and experience:
Graduate degrees. Certifications in Education.
3 years of experience teaching AP courses, including AP Seminar and AP Research
Published academic research and articles on effective research methodologies and critical thinking.
Ongoing professional development in areas of academic writing, data analysis, and presentation skills
My background ensures that I can effectively guide students through the rigorous skills required for AP Capstone success, while also adapting instruction to meet individual student needs in an online learning environment.レビュー
自分のペースで学べるコース
$25
週ごとまたは$199 ですべてのコンテンツ8 録画済みレッスン
8 間の講師サポート
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コンテンツへの 1 年間のアクセス
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年齢: 14-18
