Hi there, I'm enrolled in AP Seminar and wanted to know if anyone had any info on how the exam is scored. I know there's a calculator for other AP exams, but I couldn't find one for AP Seminar. Any guidance would be awesome! Thanks!
AP Seminar is a unique course, and its exam scoring differs from traditional AP exams. The AP Seminar exam score is based on three main components: Team Multimedia Presentation and Defense (TMP), Individual Research-Based Essay and Presentation (IR), and the End-of-Course (EoC) Exam. Here's a breakdown of how the scoring works:
1. Team Multimedia Presentation and Defense (TMP): This component consists of a team project completed during the course. Your team will conduct research, present your findings, and answer questions about your topic. The TMP contributes to 20% of your AP Seminar score.
2. Individual Research-Based Essay and Presentation (IR): This component involves in-depth individual research and the creation of a written essay and oral presentation. The IR accounts for 35% of your AP Seminar score, with the written essay worth 30% and the oral presentation worth 5%.
3. End-of-Course (EoC) Exam: Unlike most AP exams, the EoC exam for AP Seminar is not purely multiple-choice or free-response questions. Instead, it's composed of three tasks: short-answer questions, essay response, and a source-based multiple-choice section. The EoC Exam carries a weight of 45% of your total AP Seminar score.
Once all components are assessed, scores are combined and reported on an AP scale of 1-5, just like other AP courses. Predicting your score in AP Seminar is more difficult than in other AP classes, given the structure, which is likely why you haven't found a calculator out there.
The best way to prepare is to focus on mastering each component separately and ensuring that you submit high-quality work in all areas. Collaborate effectively with your teammates, be diligent in your individual research, and practice your presentation skills.
Finally, for an even more detailed breakdown of what you can expect from your AP Seminar exam, check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which also contains useful tips on how to prepare effectively: https://blog.collegevine.com/ultimate-guide-to-the-ap-seminar-course-and-exam
Good luck!
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