AP Psych - Course Description Study Guide

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Why will this class take a lot of effort?

This class will take a lot of effort because it is an advanced-level class. You need to read nearly the entire textbook, take comprehensive notes, and study more than a regular class.

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How many terms or concepts will you need to learn for this class?

750 terms will be learned in this class

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What must you do to learn terms?

Use flashcards, speak, think, see things that relate to terms, and improve schema.

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How many units does this class have?

AP Psychology has 6 units.

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Name the units

  • Unit 0: Research Methods and Statistics

  • Unit 1: Biological Bases of Behavior

  • Unit 2: Cognition

  • Unit 3: Development and Learning

  • Unit 4: Social Psychology and Personality

  • Unit 5: Physical and Mental Health

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How are units weighted on the exam?

Each unit is 15–25% of the exam.

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What are the four science practices?

Concept Application, Research Methods and Design, Data Interpretation, and Argumentation.

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What do they mean science practices?

Practices that will be applied and demonstrated in the process of learning about psychology.

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What is the format of the AP Psychology exam?

Total exam time: 2 hours and 40 minutes.

  • Section 1: 75 multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes

  • Section 2: 2 free-response questions in 70 minutes

  • All five content units are assessed equally in the exam.

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What must you do on an Article Analysis Question (AAQ)?

Analyze one summarized peer-reviewed research study. Identify research elements: methodology, variables, and ethical guidelines. Interpret basic statistics presented in the article, and explain whether the study can be generalized. Complete in 25 minutes (including 10 minute reading period).

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What must you do on an Evidence Based Question (EBQ)?

Propose a claim about the topic using evidence from the sources. Support your claim with concepts learned in AP Psychology. Use logical reasoning to connect evidence to your argument. Complete in 45 minutes (includes 15-minute reading period).

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What must you do to ensure success in this class?

To ensure success, review vocabulary, put effort into the class.