How do I approach my teacher about self-studying?

Test Preparation
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<p>I couldn’t get into Physics C due to weird scheduling, but I’m really interested in physics, so I want to self-study C alongside Physics B, which I will take. Should I ask the teacher for the class materials, assignments, textbook, etc?</p>

<p>Completely clueless, since I’ve never self-studied anything. Prepare yourself for questions.</p>

<p>Thanks in advance!</p>

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<p>Ack, meant to post this in the AP board.</p>

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<p>I would just tell your teacher and explain your situation. Usually, teachers are happy and impressed that you want to take initiative by self-studying. You will probably not get credit and askign a teacher to help with your self-studying is a commitment on their part so ask and see how it goes.</p>

<p>Side note: Physics C is calculus based physics, It might be hard to do Physics C without having learned Physics B.</p>

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<p>I’m not expecting credit, and I’m not sure if I can prepare myself for the exam. Will he likely expect me to take the exam since I’m pretty much asking to unofficially take the course? </p>

<p>I think I’m fine difficulty wise, though, since I’ve taken Calculus BC and many people at my school take Physics C right after Physics I H.</p>

<p>Thanks for the advice!</p>

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<p>You should definitely talk to the teacher who is teaching the Physics C course and see if you can get some materials, including checking out a textbook.</p>

<p>You should also take a look at the MIT OCW physics courses 8.01SC and 8.02SC. You’ll find free materials, including videos, worksheets, and solutions. [Free</a> Online Course Materials | Physics | MIT OpenCourseWare](<a href=“http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/physics/]Free”>Search | MIT OpenCourseWare | Free Online Course Materials)</p>

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<p>Yeah, definitely go to your teacher if he/she has an extra textbook. Also ask for any old/released AP Physics C FRQs and multiple choice sections; Pretty much all AP teachers have some and all AP teachers have access to the free practice exam.</p>

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<p>So today was the first day of school and I found that that I actually got the Physics C class through some kind of sorcery. </p>

<p>But these resources should help nonetheless. Thanks everyone!</p>