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[quote=Anonymous]I'm told that the AP class I teach has a more rigorous curriculum that the equivalent class at GMU. GMU is not a top VA school and is more rigorous than Radford.

The curriculum is prescribed by the College Board and needs to be covered by the AP Exam.

I have noticed over time that a certain amount of homework is required for the majority of my students to gain a general understanding of the material. Some students need less and others need more, but I can't tailor homework and grade students differently. Some students are also happy to do the amount of homework that will get them a D (or even an F, as long as they get to tell their friends that they're in the AP class) and others aren't satisfied unless they get a B or an A. Some think they should get a B or an A while doing a lot less work than they need and that I'm just a lousy teacher or I grade too hard.

My grades are decently reflective of AP Exam outcomes for students who are doing well to okay, and are actually generous at the low end.

It is what it is.[/quote]

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