The Injustices of AP Testing by Sarah Bargfrede
AP Testing; the looming peril to Sophomores, and the arduous reality of Juniors and Seniors. These exams are a requirement for all AP courses and incorporate a culmination of topics learned in the class throughout the year. While there are understandable benefits to the rigor of both the test and the course itself, the forced consistency of the test and the consequential scramble to learn the curriculum presents significant reasons to question its effectiveness for students. While it may be an exaggeration, Bruce Lee's quote "I fear not the man that ha s practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times" thoroughly summarizes the shortcoming of AP Testing. Due to the attempted standardization of the tests across the country, all preparation must be completed by the time the test is taken in May. The hurried syllabus has lead to a classroom environment with a crumbling foundation. Communication, deep comprehension o...