Advanced Placement &
Dual Enrollment Night for
Parents and Students
January 30, 2012
WELCOME
Advanced Curriculum Opportunities
• Advanced Placement (AP)
• Dual Enrollment (Credit)
– Tri-County Tech
– Anderson University
– University of SC
Objectives
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Philosophy and structure of each program
Tests associated with each program
Success and advantages of each program
Costs associated with each program
Questions about each program
Philosophy
Advanced Placement Program
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AP students explore a depth and
breadth of knowledge within a specific
content.
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AP students engage in intense
discussions, solve problems
collaboratively, and learn to write
clearly and persuasively.
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Student performance is measured by
nationally standardized tests.
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AP students are exposed to college
level reading, writing, and critical
thinking.
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AP is well-known and strongly
regarded by highly selective public and
private colleges.
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Successful AP students will stand out
in the admissions process.
Who Should Take AP Courses?
• Students who have challenged themselves in
Advanced/Honors courses in grades 8-11
• Motivated students who can learn new
information quickly and apply it analytically
• Students who are self-starters, organized, and
curious about a subject.
• Students seeking advanced standing in public
and private universities both in and out of state.
AP Participation and Likelihood of
College Graduation
College Graduation Rate differences between “matched” AP and non-AP students*
Student Demographic
AP Exam Grade of
3 or higher
African-American
28% higher
Hispanic
28% higher
White
33% higher
Low-Income
26% higher
Not Low-Income
34% higher
*Matched students are those who have similar family backgrounds and standardized test scores
Source: Dougherty, Mellor & Jian, 2006
Wren HS AP Courses
All AP courses have a year-long course and a required
semester course (lab) for a total of 1.5 units
AP World History (10th)
AP US History (11th)
AP Biology (11th / 12th)
AP Chemistry (11th / 12th)
AP Studio Art (11th / 12th)
AP Calculus (12th)
AP English Literature (12th)
AP English Language (12th)
(1.5 units for BOTH English courses – must take both courses)
AP Program
Assessment
• Each AP course has an AP
exam
• AP exams provide students,
parents, and colleges a
standardized measure of what
you know and how you can
apply that knowledge to think
critically
• Colleges usually require a
minimum of 3 or higher on an
AP exam to earn college credit
(a score of 3 on a 5 point scale
is a “passing” score)
Advantages
Advanced Placement Program
• The opportunity to earn credit or advanced standing at
most of the nation's colleges and universities.
• 3 or higher is generally a passing score, each college
determines the score it will take to receive the college
credit. (Each student should ask the admission counselor what the
AP credit policy is for that school.)
• Improved writing skills and sharpened problem-solving
techniques.
• Develop study habits necessary for tackling rigorous
course work.
• Extra Quality Point for GPA calculations
Clemson University
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Course
Art Studio Drawing
Biology
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Calculus AB
Chemistry
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English – Lit and Comp
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U.S. History
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World History
Score
3 4 5
3
4 5
3 4 5
3 4
5
3 4
5
3
4 5
3 4 5
Course Credit
ART 205
BIO 103/105, BIO 104/106
BIO 110, 111
MTHSC 106
CH 101
CH 101, 102
ENGL 101
ENGL 101, 103
HIST 101
HIST 101, 102
HIST 193
Wren AP Exam Success Rate by Subject 2010-11
Course Title & No. of
Students
5
US History
38 Students
1
10
14
11
2
66%
Studio Art
2 Students
0
1
1
0
0
100%
Chemistry
14 Student
2
6
4
0
2
86%
15 Students
1
1
3
0
10 33%
English Literature (new)
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3
11
12
12
10 54%
9
6
5
2
4
Biology (2009)
4
3
2
1
% 3 or
higher
--
30 Students
World Hist.
Calculus AB
48 Students
26 Student
77%
Costs Associated with AP
Program Fees
• The State pays for all exam fees for the
AP exams
Let’s Hear From the AP Teachers!
•AP Teachers are certified by the state and
must attend a rigorous AP institute to earn
certification
•What is an AP course like?
•How does it differ from a College Prep (CP) or
Honors (H) Course?
•Tell us about the typical work load.
Philosophy of Dual Enrollment
Courses
• To provide opportunities for
qualified high school juniors and
seniors to complete college-level
courses while still enrolled in
high school
• Students may earn dual credit
(high school and college credit)
when courses include both
college and high school
requirements
Wren HS Dual Credit Courses
Courses Taught on WHS Campus by TCTC Professors
English 101 / 102 (12th)
Psychology 201 (12th)
Sociology 101 (11th / 12th)
Math 140 Probability and Statistics (12th)
PSC 201 American Government (12th)
ECO 210 Macroeconomics (12th)
Music Appreciation (11th / 12th)
Education 101 Teacher Cadets (12th) (Anderson University) (taught by
WHS teacher)
Courses Taught Online
History 101 / 102 (Western Civilization) (11th / 12th)
CPT 170 Microcomputer Applications (11th / 12th)
CPT 270 Adv. Microcomputer Applications (11th / 12th)
Speech 205 (12th)
Project Lead The Way
Engineering
Class:
Dual Credit Awarded Typical Grade
By:
Offered:
Aerospace Engineering (AE)
University of Iowa
11th-12th
Biotechnical Engineering (BE)
Civil Engineering and Architecture
:
(CEA)
Computerized Integrated
Manufacturing (CIM)
University of Iowa
Rochester Institute of
Technology
Rochester Institute of
Technology
11th-12th
Digital Electronics (DE)
University of South Carolina 10th-11th
Introduction to Engineering (IED)
University of South Carolina 9th
Principles of Engineering (POE)
University of South Carolina 10th
***Business 101 (online)
Tri-County Tech
11th-12th
11th-12th
12th
College Credit for
PLTW Engineering Courses
• Transcripted dual credit is granted if a 70 or above is made on
final exam and the class grade is a 85 or better. Cost $150-200
per course. 21 total hours is available. Instructors will handle
application process for eligible students.
• 12th grade course is in the process of attaining AP Certification,
AP Board will finalize in May. All classes get Honors credit.
Biomedical Science:
• All 4 courses can earn DC through the Missouri University of
Science and Technology
Cost of Dual Credit Courses
Tuition runs around $450 / course plus books
The cost is approximately $450 for two courses
plus books with Lottery Tuition Assistance for
students who take 2 dual credit courses in a
semester.
Dual Credit Analysis
Wren High
School
DUAL CREDIT
# of dual credit
courses in
which students
enrolled
Average grade
earned
Total credits
earned
2007
2008
2009
2010
73
92
125
201
3.23
321
3.44
420
3.22
510
3.23
603
97% of students had a grade of A, B, or C
85% of the students had either an A or a B.
Required Assessment
College Entrance Exam for Tri-County Technical College
(TCTC)
Compass Score Entrance Req.
• TCTC requires a college
placement Test - COMPASS
• Test Site = TCTC and/or home high
school
83 or
higher
Reading
70 or
higher
Writing
ENG 101/102
(both
minimum
scores req’d)
PSY 201 (75
or higher in
reading only
req’d)
Compass Score Entrance Req.
33 or
higher
Algebra
MAT 120
ECO 210
• Cost : FREE
Test Dates:
• WHS: Varies (Set up by TCTC)
• Pendleton Campus: M-TH 8-5, F 8-12
• Easley Campus: Tues. 2-5pm
• Anderson Campus: Fri 8-12
Advantages
Dual Enrollment Program
• Dual Credit Courses are transferable to all in-state public
colleges, some out-of-state public colleges, and a few
private colleges.
• Improved writing skills and sharpened problem-solving
techniques.
• Develop study habits necessary for tackling college
course work.
• No national standardized test to determine credit – begin
college transcript in high school.
• Extra Quality Point for GPA calculations.
Let’s Hear From the Dual Enrollment
Representative
Leigh Colombo
Time to Degree: AP vs. Dual
Enrollment and Non-AP
Students who scored a 2
or higher on an AP
Exam were more likely
than other students to
earn a bachelor’s
degree within 4 years.
Source: Hargrove, Godin & Dodd (2007)
Benefits of AP and Dual Enrollment Courses
• *AP awards college credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5 on the
subject area AP Exam
• *AP credit is transferable to ANY university
• AP Courses generally considered to be more rigorous and
are FREE.
• Additional Quality Point for GPA calculation
• Dual Credit Courses are not dependent upon a score from a
national exam
• *Dual Credit Courses are transferable to all in-state public
colleges, some out-of-state public colleges, and a few
private colleges.
• Additional Quality Point for GPA calculation
*A student should always check with a receiving college for
transferability of college course credits.
QUESTIONS