Rational and Expectations Implementation 2018-19 AP Capstone at AMHS Rational and Expectations Implementation 2018-19

Rationale Why Now? Why AP? Why not Thesis? How will scheduling be impacted?

AP Capstone Diploma or Certificate Scores of 3+ on each component to achieve a diploma or certificate

AP Capstone Overview Video

Comparison/Overview of Requirements TOK/Thesis AP CAPSTONE An 18 month independent study with an advisor and mentor which culminates in a Thesis Document (30+ pages) and an oral defense. Year 1 Example components: Preliminary Proposal Annotated Bibliography (5+ pages) Formal Proposal (5+ pages) Ch. 1: Introduction (5 pages) Ch. 2: Review of Literature (10+ pages) Ch. 3: Methods (5-7 pages) Plus numerous other assignments throughout the junior year. Year 2: Independent summer work completing research and then completing Ch. 4 & 5 Oral Defense prior to Winter Break of Sr. Yr. Year 1: Task 1: 4-5 page paper & 8-10 min. group presentation, Task 2: 8-10 page paper & 6-8 min. Individual Presentation & oral defense Task 3: AP Exam 16-20 page paper Presentation and Oral Defense

AP Capstone and AMHS Thesis Comparison Category AMHS Thesis AP Capstone Weighting Honors (.5 on SCUGS) AP (1.0 on SCUGS) HS Credits 1.5 .5 S1 of 11th .5 S2 of 11th .5 senior year (Independent Work) 2.0 1.0 Junior Year : AP Seminar 1.0 Senior Year: AP Research College Credit No Potential to earn 6 hours of elective credit Mentor needed Yes Independent Research Required Student Choice in Topic(s) TOK/SR Thesis

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