Freshman Self-Studying AP Euro?

skieurope
Sat, 22 Mar 2014 02:19:38 +0000

Don’t underestimate AP Music Theory. If you can sight sing, have perfect pitch, and have great familiarity with treble and bass clef you are halfway there. If that’s currently lacking, you will have issues.

I never recommend self-study in lieu of taking the class. Since your school does not offer AP Euro, I’ll share my advice. I’m not telling you not to attempt it. It’s pretty straightforward. The FRQ’s are a breeze, assuming you know the answer. The challenge is the DBQ’s. You are basically analyzing data to support your argument, and for many, that’s a new approach to learning history. If you had taken another class where the teacher went through the process with you, you would be better off. Trying this freshman year, you don’t have that luxury.

Also, as noted above, don’t discount the transition effects of moving from MS to HS. Whatever you decide, good luck.