{"id":15407,"date":"2023-04-17T09:32:07","date_gmt":"2023-04-17T15:32:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/?p=15407"},"modified":"2024-05-13T13:29:39","modified_gmt":"2024-05-13T19:29:39","slug":"preparing-for-your-ap-exams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/preparing-for-your-ap-exams\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing for your AP Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"

AP tests<\/span><\/a> are fast approaching and we\u2019re here to help you prepare for exam day. This article will show you test prep tips and our Top 5 AP Study Guides to help you go into test day with confidence.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You know how the old saying goes: \u201cFail to plan, plan to fail.\u201d This old adage couldn\u2019t be more true when it comes to test prep. When you create (and follow) a study plan, you set yourself up for a successful exam day. Here are some tips to help get you started on your test prep:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Make a realistic study plan<\/b>
    \n<\/b>Plan, plan, plan but <\/span>don\u2019t <\/span><\/i>plan to study for hours on end each day. Break daily study sessions into smaller smaller periods and allow a little extra study time to focus on areas of weakness. Remember to take breaks to relax your mind and avoid study fatigue or burnout.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Find a comfortable place to study that works <\/b>for<\/i><\/b> you<\/i><\/b>
    \n<\/b>Review your notes or read in a space that allows you to focus. Some people actually focus well in public spaces like cafes or libraries, but many may find crowded, busy spaces as a big distraction. If you have trouble focusing in busy areas, opt for a quiet place where you can relax and concentrate on your studies.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Take practice tests<\/b>
    \n<\/b>Taking timed\u00a0    AP practice tests<\/a><\/span>\u00a0will help you <\/span>prepare for and understand the types of questions that will be asked on the exam<\/span>. Peterson\u2019s full-length practice tests feature multiple choice and free response sections that test your understanding of how to answer both types of questions while giving you detailed explanations. Practice tests are an excellent way to pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses so you can improve.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Use interactive study materials
    \n<\/b>While reviewing class notes you\u2019ve taken is a great traditional way to review the course material, utilizing interactive materials is a fun way to help memorize content. Interactive <\/span>    flashcards<\/span><\/a> test your knowledge of key terms and definitions while promoting active brain recall which is the process of retrieving memory. Pop quizzes and instructional videos are other great tools to make learning more fun.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Our Top 5 AP Study Guides<\/b><\/h3>\n

    We\u2019ve created study guides for the top five most popular AP exams based on<\/span> our website<\/span><\/a> visits. Here are study guides for our top five to help you prepare:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. AP Chemistry<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
    2. AP English Language and Composition<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
    3. AP Biology<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
    4. AP Calculus<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
    5. AP Computer Science<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      2024 AP Exam Schedule<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Week 1<\/strong><\/td>\nMorning 8 a.m. Local Time<\/strong><\/td>\nAfternoon 12 p.m. Local Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      5\/6\/24<\/span><\/td>\nUnited States Government and Politics<\/span><\/td>\nArt History<\/span><\/p>\n

      Chemistry<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      5\/7\/24<\/span><\/td>\nHuman Geography<\/span><\/p>\n

      Microeconomics<\/td>\n

      		Seminar<\/p>\n

      Statistics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      5\/8\/24<\/span><\/td>\nEnglish Literature and Composition<\/span><\/td>\nComparative Government and Politics<\/span><\/p>\n

      Computer Science A<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      5\/9\/24<\/span><\/td>\nChinese Language and Culture<\/p>\n

      Environmental Science<\/td>\n

      		Psychology<\/p>\n

       <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      5\/10\/24<\/span><\/td>\nEuropean History<\/span><\/p>\n

      United States History<\/span><\/td>\n

      		Macroeconomics<\/p>\n

      Spanish Literature and Culture<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      Week 2<\/strong><\/td>\nMorning 8 a.m. Local Time<\/strong><\/td>\nAfternoon 12 p.m. Local Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      5\/13\/24<\/span><\/td>\nCalculus AB<\/span><\/p>\n

      Calculus BC<\/span><\/td>\n

      		Italian Language and Culture<\/span><\/p>\n

      Precalculus<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      5\/14\/24<\/span><\/td>\nEnglish Language and Composition<\/span><\/p>\n

       <\/td>\n

      		African American Studies<\/p>\n

      P<\/span>hysics C: Mechanics<\/span><\/p>\n

      Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism (Note that this exam is at 2 p.m. Local Time)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      5\/15\/24<\/span><\/td>\nFrench Language and Culture<\/span><\/p>\n

      World History: Modern<\/span><\/td>\n

      		Computer Science Principles<\/span><\/p>\n

       <\/p>\n

      Music Theory<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      5\/16\/24<\/span><\/td>\nSpanish Language and Culture<\/span><\/td>\nBiology<\/p>\n

      Japanese Language and Culture<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      5\/17\/24<\/span><\/td>\nGerman Language and Culture<\/span><\/p>\n

      Physics 1: Algebra-Based<\/span><\/td>\n

      		Latin<\/span><\/p>\n

      Physics 2: Algebra Based<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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      IMPORTANT NOTES AND DEADLINES:
      \n<\/strong>Art and Design:<\/strong> Friday, May 10, 2024 (8 p.m. ET)<\/strong>, is the deadline for the three AP Art and Design digital portfolio components to be submitted to the AP Digital Program.<\/p>\n

      AP Seminar and AP Research, April 30, 2024 (11:59 p.m. ET) <\/strong>performance tasks must be submitted.<\/p>\n

      AP Computer Science Principles, April 30, 2024 (11:59 p.m. ET)<\/strong> submission deadline for Create performance task,<\/p>\n

      If you experience circumstances that make the above test dates and times impossible, access<\/span> late-testing dates and times<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

      AP Exam season can seem overwhelming\u2014but we\u2019ve got you covered. Peterson\u2019s<\/span> is your premier source for <\/span>AP test prep<\/span><\/a> and we\u2019re dedicated to helping you take your study efforts to the next level. With proper planning and test prep, you can maximize your study time and take your AP exams with confidence.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Take a look to learn a little more about Peterson’s AP exam prep.<\/span>
      \n<\/span>      https:\/\/youtu.be\/cKuX5p0E23w<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n