Why AP® Matters: Raising Expectations for Teachers and Students

Carl Brown has taught it all — AP® Psychology, AP Human Geography, AP U.S. Government, and the groundbreaking AP African American Studies course, which he helped create. A veteran AP teacher, College Board® consultant, and nationally recognized presenter, Carl brings a wealth of wisdom to students, educators, and school leaders alike.

In this episode of “From Classroom to Campus,” we explore how AP courses contribute to college readiness, why critical thinking is more important than ever, and what it takes to prepare the next generation of leaders. Whether you’re an AP teacher, counselor, or administrator, you’ll find strategies to help students excel on AP exams and strengthen the skills colleges value most.

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00:00 - Introduction: Carl Brown's AP Journey & Impact
02:56 - Hook, Line & Thinker: Surprising Lessons from Students
04:56 - Essential Tech Tools for College Readiness Classrooms
06:56 - Education Origin Story: A Legacy of Teaching
10:22 - Navigating Multiple AP Subjects: From Human Geography to Psych
13:50 - Guiding Freshmen Through their First AP Experience
14:26 - Piloting AP African American Studies: The "OG 60"
17:50 - Project-Based Learning: Creative AP Projects (Masks!)
20:22 - Garland ISD Success: 96% CCMR (College, Career, Military Readiness)
23:41 - AP Summer Institutes (APSI): Professional Development for Teachers
26:14 - Solving the AP Pacing Problem: Scope & Sequence Tips
33:06 - Understanding AP Course Redesigns & Curriculum Development
36:55 - The Asset-Based Mindset in AP Grading
39:53 - Equity in AP: Supporting Non-Traditional Students
42:22 - Student Success Story: From Struggle to Master's Degree
45:49 - Advice for Aspiring Educators: Keeping the Main Thing the Main Thing
47:20 - Carl's Favorite AP Topics to Teach
52:21 - Subscription Challenge: Megan Sings "Joy and Pain"
54:49 - Conclusion & How to Connect with Carl Brown


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