AP Tests this week, how are we feeling?

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Anonymous wrote:Does anyone have quick resources (similar to Khan Academy) for AP French? My kid has been blowing off studying because their college doesn't have a language requirement (and because they had four other APs) but has not decided to try to go for it so they can get general credit. The Reading section is their biggest challenge, but any suggestions (now that there's <48 hours to go) would be helpful. Wherever you think the low-hanging fruit might be. Thanks!

You might phone Princeton Review and see if they have a tutor who can give you 2 hours. its unlikely as they tend to start with 10 hour minimums but you can ask.

Its a very difficult AP.

Great idea - thank you!

Or try Wyzant. They're all independent contractors so they charge by the hour. You can find someone who has time over the next 48 hours. We've had great luck with finding tutors on there.

NO. I strongly advise against Wyzant. We tried about 5 math tutors, none of whom knew the curriculum, several of whom made mutiple mistakes. The tutors on Wyzant are not vetted for their skills, they're unemployed randos looking to make some cash.

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Anonymous wrote:Does anyone have quick resources (similar to Khan Academy) for AP French? My kid has been blowing off studying because their college doesn't have a language requirement (and because they had four other APs) but has not decided to try to go for it so they can get general credit. The Reading section is their biggest challenge, but any suggestions (now that there's <48 hours to go) would be helpful. Wherever you think the low-hanging fruit might be. Thanks!

You might phone Princeton Review and see if they have a tutor who can give you 2 hours. its unlikely as they tend to start with 10 hour minimums but you can ask.

Its a very difficult AP.

Great idea - thank you!

Or try Wyzant. They're all independent contractors so they charge by the hour. You can find someone who has time over the next 48 hours. We've had great luck with finding tutors on there.

NO. I strongly advise against Wyzant. We tried about 5 math tutors, none of whom knew the curriculum, several of whom made mutiple mistakes. The tutors on Wyzant are not vetted for their skills, they're unemployed randos looking to make some cash.

You need to improve your data analysis skills. We have had amazing success with every tutor we worked with--way better than DMV teachers or tutoring centers.

+1 best AP Calc tutor via Wyzant. Also, excellent ACT tutor for English— raised score 6 pts.

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Anonymous wrote:Does anyone have quick resources (similar to Khan Academy) for AP French? My kid has been blowing off studying because their college doesn't have a language requirement (and because they had four other APs) but has not decided to try to go for it so they can get general credit. The Reading section is their biggest challenge, but any suggestions (now that there's <48 hours to go) would be helpful. Wherever you think the low-hanging fruit might be. Thanks!

You might phone Princeton Review and see if they have a tutor who can give you 2 hours. its unlikely as they tend to start with 10 hour minimums but you can ask.

Its a very difficult AP.

Great idea - thank you!

Or try Wyzant. They're all independent contractors so they charge by the hour. You can find someone who has time over the next 48 hours. We've had great luck with finding tutors on there.

NO. I strongly advise against Wyzant. We tried about 5 math tutors, none of whom knew the curriculum, several of whom made mutiple mistakes. The tutors on Wyzant are not vetted for their skills, they're unemployed randos looking to make some cash.

You need to improve your data analysis skills. We have had amazing success with every tutor we worked with--way better than DMV teachers or tutoring centers.

I don't need to improve my data analysis skills. I'd rather pay $5k to Princeton Review to get a "guaranteed 5" on an exam with the guarantee of 100% fees back if its a 3 or less and 25% fees back if its a 4.

And their tutors are professors actively working at prestigious universities in the subject, not weirdos from the DMV.

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Anonymous wrote:Does anyone have quick resources (similar to Khan Academy) for AP French? My kid has been blowing off studying because their college doesn't have a language requirement (and because they had four other APs) but has not decided to try to go for it so they can get general credit. The Reading section is their biggest challenge, but any suggestions (now that there's <48 hours to go) would be helpful. Wherever you think the low-hanging fruit might be. Thanks!

You might phone Princeton Review and see if they have a tutor who can give you 2 hours. its unlikely as they tend to start with 10 hour minimums but you can ask.

Its a very difficult AP.

Great idea - thank you!

Or try Wyzant. They're all independent contractors so they charge by the hour. You can find someone who has time over the next 48 hours. We've had great luck with finding tutors on there.

NO. I strongly advise against Wyzant. We tried about 5 math tutors, none of whom knew the curriculum, several of whom made mutiple mistakes. The tutors on Wyzant are not vetted for their skills, they're unemployed randos looking to make some cash.

You need to improve your data analysis skills. We have had amazing success with every tutor we worked with--way better than DMV teachers or tutoring centers.

I don't need to improve my data analysis skills. I'd rather pay $5k to Princeton Review to get a "guaranteed 5" on an exam with the guarantee of 100% fees back if its a 3 or less and 25% fees back if its a 4.

And their tutors are professors actively working at prestigious universities in the subject, not weirdos from the DMV.

DP but we've had great success with Wyzant, most recently for SAT and AP Calc (wonder if we are using the same tutor, PP?). With Wyzant, you get a "trial session" with a tutor to ensure it's a good fit. The tutors aren't "weirdos from the DMV" - they are global and we have found the best luck with HS teachers and college professors looking to supplement their income.

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A previous poster paid $5K for PREP FOR ONE AP EXAM?

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Anonymous wrote:A previous poster paid $5K for PREP FOR ONE AP EXAM?

Dang

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Anonymous wrote:A previous poster paid $5K for PREP FOR ONE AP EXAM?

That is the most pathetic thing I’ve ever read.

[Anonymous]

Pre-calc reported as easy.

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Yep. My DS felt it was easy

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Calc BC went well for my 11th grade son today. I was shocked to see that last year, 43% of kids got 5s. I assume it’s because if you’re in the class and doing well, it’s straightforward?

My DC also felt it was fine, easy even.

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Anonymous wrote:Pre-calc reported as easy.

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I posted upthread about regretting signing up. Kid said exam was very easy.

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Anonymous wrote:A previous poster paid $5K for PREP FOR ONE AP EXAM?

Yes, and my kid got a 5

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:A previous poster paid $5K for PREP FOR ONE AP EXAM?

That is the most pathetic thing I’ve ever read.

That's great. It means only those who are serious and wealthy will get 5's

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Anonymous wrote:Pre-calc reported as easy.

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I posted upthread about regretting signing up. Kid said exam was very easy.

AP Precalc was designed for kids taking precalc as seniors who may never take another math course. The test is designed accordingly.

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Anonymous wrote:Pre-calc reported as easy.

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I posted upthread about regretting signing up. Kid said exam was very easy.

AP Precalc was designed for kids taking precalc as seniors who may never take another math course. The test is designed accordingly.

Hmm. At our school, a lot of kids are planning to take it junior year before Calc AB (senior year).