AP Research

This course will allow students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Through this exploration, students design, plan and conduct a year-long research based investigation to address a research question. Students will further skills acquired in the AP Seminar course by understanding research methodology; employing ethical research practices; and accessing, analyzing and synthesizing information as they address a research question. Students will explore their skill development, document their processes, and curate the artifacts of their scholarly work in a portfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper of approximately 4,000 to 5,000 words (accompanied by a performance or exhibition of product where applicable) and a presentation with an oral defense. Students who take AP Research are required to complete the AP paper in order to earn credit for the course. AP Research is the second in a two course series that completes the AP Capstone curriculum. Students who successfully complete four AP courses and exams with a score of 3 or better, as well as the two AP Capstone courses, are eligible for the AP Capstone Diploma awarded through the College Board.