Promoting Equity
The numbers of traditionally underserved students participating and succeeding in AP are increasing, in large part because of the kinds of efforts made by the students and educators you can hear from in AP: A Collaborative Community.
However, underserved minority and low-income students remain underrepresented in AP classrooms, and we continue to face challenges in transforming the educational experiences of underserved students in this country. Schools that serve significant populations of minority and low-income students need support, including more professional development opportunities for teachers, and a focus on differentiated instruction and access to rigorous course work for students. Simply expanding access to AP is not enough to promote equity; schools must expand access within a framework that supports teachers to help these students succeed.
Visit Strategies for Progress to find ideas for supporting teachers and giving underserved students the confidence, encouragement, and preparation they need — both to take the AP challenge and to succeed at it.
