BROWNSBURG HIGH SCHOOLAdvanced Placement (AP) Dual

CreditWelcome and Introductions

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OBJECTIVES FOR TONIGHT1) Overview –AP and Dual Credit Programs

2) Advanced Placement – What is AP and Why explore AP?

3) Benefits of AP for our students

4) Current AP Offering at BHS

5) Dual Credit – What is Dual Credit and Why is Dual Credit different then AP?

6) Dual Credit Program at BHS

7) AP Panel – Question and Answers

8) Visit with AP/Dual Credit Faculty

What is Advanced Placement (AP) ?

(College Board – SAT / PSAT) Mission is to connect students to college

level content which will create opportunities

AP Program is viewed as a “cooperative educational endeavor” with high schools

Rigorous Curriculum that is relevant and embeds 21st century skills – Depth & Breadth

AP Exams – Criterion referenced “1-5” Highly Qualified Instructors – BHS Faculty

“ACADEMIC MOMENTUM”

Building capacity – lead up courses to APoPre-AP / Honors Level Courses

“Stretch” learning oCritical look at rigor versus the grade

AP Potential Letters (PSAT) Emphasis on proper placement oCourse prerequisites oTeacher Recommendations

http://staffweb.brownsburg.k12.in.us/~bhsGuidance/BHS_POS_2013-2014.pdf

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH AP

Extensive reading, critical thinking and extensive writing - productivity

Homework: approximately 1 hour per night – per AP course

Work prior to the course – “Summer Commitment”

High Academic Standards – Alignment

BENEFITS OF AP COURSES Confidenceo Study Habits – Writing Skills – Problem Solving

Skills Rigorous and Viable Curriculumo Content Knowledge vs. Letter Grades

Credito College credit with a 3 or higher on AP Testo Move to upper level courses quicker = double

major / 4 Years to Bachelors Degree Scholarships / Application Processo Increases eligibility - students become more

attractive during application process Savingso Science and Math AP Exams – No Cost (IDOE)o Average $8-30,000 savings per year (Plus)

AP Performance and College Outcomes

Research based findings HS Students who take an AP exam,

regardless of performance, are more likely to earn a “B” average in their 1st year of college

Students who take AP courses and exams are much more likely to graduate in 4 years

Advanced Placement Law (PL 91)Indiana Colleges/Universities must award

credit for AP Exam Scores of 3 or higherMay require a score of 4 or higher to apply

credit to a specific major

Current AP Courses at BHS (23)Art HistoryStudio Art (Drawing

Portfolio)Studio Art (2D Design

Portfolio)Music TheoryEnglish Language and

Composition English Literature and

Composition Calculus ABCalculus BCStatisticsBiologyChemistry

Environmental SciencePhysics CGovernment and

Politics: ComparativePsychologyUnited States HistoryWorld HistoryMacroeconomicsMicroeconomics Chinese Language and

CultureFrench LanguageGerman LanguageSpanish Language

Core40 With Academic Honors Diploma – AP/Dual Credit Component

Class of 2016 & BeyondComplete one of the following: Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses

and take corresponding AP exams Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college

credits in dual credit courses from priority course list

Earn two of the following:- A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the priority course list- 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams

• Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on each

Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section

Classes of 2014-2015Complete one of the following: Complete AP courses (4 credits) and

corresponding AP exams Earn a combined score of 1200 or

higher on the SAT critical reading and mathematics

Score a 26 or higher composite on the ACT

Complete dual high school/college credit courses from an accredited postsecondary institution (6 transferable college credits)

Complete a combination of an AP course (2 credits and corresponding exam) and dual high school/college credit course(s) from an accredited postsecondary institution (3 transferable college credits)

Brownsburg High School

** = Priority Dual Credit Course List

Vincennes Ivy TechENGL 101 & 102, English Composition** MKTG 101, Principles of Marketing**MATH 111, Finite Math ** ADMF 103, Graphic Communications for BIOL 111/112L, Anatomy & Physiology** Manufacturing (IED)**LAWE 100, Survey of Criminal Justice** ADMF 115, Materials & Processes for VU SPAN 201/203, Spanish III (Gr 11-12)** Manufacturing (POE)**GERM 101/103, German III** ADMF 113, Electrical & Electronic Principles FREN 101/103, French III** for Manufacturing (DE)**PSYCH 142, General Psychology** DESN 105, Architectural Design (CEA)**

IUPUI (Credit by Examination) Indiana UniversityBIOL 10010, Principles of Biomedical Sciences MATH M211-M212, Calculus I & II **BIOL 10020, Human Body Systems ECON E201, Intro to Microeconomics** BIOL 10030, Medical InterventionsBIOL 10040, Medical Innovations Ball State

MATH M161, Applied (Short) Calculus I**Marian UniversityMU 174, Observation and Description of the ChildMU 175, Intro to Schools & Society

Why Take Dual Credit Courses?• Cost savings

$375 for 15 dual credit hours$3000+ in savings at BSU

• Prepares students for the rigor of college-level work• Fulfills Academic Honors Diploma requirement

Basic Undergraduate TuitionApplies to All Undergraduate Students taking courses on the main Ball State campus, independent Learning, off campus, short term,online, or distance education courses.‐ ‐0 11 credit hours ‐ $257 per credit hour12 18 credit hours‐ $3,341 flat rate19+ credit hours $3,341 flat rate + $257 for each credit hour over 18

What Are The Qualifications To Take Dual Credit Courses?

Most dual credit courses have prerequisites – refer to Program of Studies• Previous coursework• PSAT/SAT/ACT test scores or university entrance exam• Cumulative GPA

How Much Do Courses Cost?• Tuition costs will vary per course. Refer to the Dual Credit

brochure for the most recent information.• The majority are $25 per credit hour. • Students on free and reduced lunch qualify for fee waivers

for most courses.• Textbook costs are more expensive because they must be

purchased.

Project Lead The Way • Biomedical courses earn credit by examination. Course fees

are paid only if student qualifies.• Engineering courses can earn free dual credit through Ivy

Tech. Fees will vary at other universities upon full-time enrollment as a college student.

How Do Courses Transfer?• General education requirement• Elective requirement• One-to-one equivalent

Indiana Core Transfer Library (also includes AP)http://www.transferin.net

So….AP or Dual Credit?

Factors to consider:• Core Transfer Library• Colleges in Consideration

• Selectivity• In-State, Out-of-State

• Potential College Major – Plans Do Change• Rigor of Overall Course Schedule• Test-taking Ability

Things To Consider……• Refer to the BHS Program of Studies for all course

prerequisite requirements. Available on the high school website.

• Dual credit courses generate a college GPA!• Research degree and specific course requirements at

potential colleges

PANEL DISCUSSION

Melissa NowotarskiMelinda LawrieNick FranklinJoe Stucker