PT1
a 1200-word paper explaining current research on a specific topic
Individual Research Report (IRR)
a 2000-word paper making a strong argument based on research
Individual Written Argument (IWA)
Write an argumentative essay based on 4 thematically connected sources
EOC B
What do we call the trustworthiness of a source that determines its reliability in academic research?
credibility
What term refers to the background information surrounding a topic that enhances the understanding of an argument?
context
a group project that utilizes individual research to create a multimedia presentation that solves a problem
Team Multimedia Presentation (TMP)
a multimedia presentation based on the IWA
Individual Multimedia Presentation (IMP)
Argument analysis of a single text
EOC A
A collection of scholarly articles and research papers, often peer-reviewed, used for research purposes (like EBSCO or AVL)
Academic Research Database
What is the term for the inherent constraints or weaknesses in a research study that can affect its conclusions?
limitation
students answer a question about their research to demonstrate understanding of the topic
Oral Defense
What is the weight of PT2 in the overall AP exam score?
35%
The EOC accounts for ___ of the total AP exam score
45%
An online platform where students submit their AP coursework such as IRR and IWA.
AP Digital Portfolio
What term describes the intricate and often multifaceted nature of a topic that may complicate the argument?
complexity
What percentage of the AP exam score does PT1 contribute?
20%
Following the IMP, students will answer ___ Oral Defense question(s).
When is the EOC scheduled to take place?
May 11 at 12 pm
What term describes individuals or groups that have an interest in the outcome of a research study or argument?
stakeholder
What term refers to the possible consequences or effects that arise from an argument or research finding?
implication
Tasks designed by The College Board to assess understanding of the research process and knowledge for the IRR and IWA.
Checkpoints
the stimulus packet
What three things does EOC A ask students to analyze?
the author's argument, reasoning, and effectiveness of evidence
What term refers to the subtle distinctions or variations in meaning that can affect how an argument is perceived?
nuance
What does it mean to combine information from multiple sources to create a cohesive argument?
synthesize