AP CSA PL Workshop

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Overview

This multi-day professional learning workshop equips educators with the content knowledge, instructional strategies, and assessment tools necessary to deliver the AP Computer Science A (CSA) course effectively. It blends theory with hands-on practice, and helps teachers confidently navigate the AP framework, promote equity, and implement the AIQ curriculum.

Objectives

  • Understand the AP CSA Course and Exam Description (CED).
  • Apply Computational Thinking Practices (CTPs) to teaching and learning.
  • Explore AIQ’s scaffolded, AP-aligned curriculum sequence.
  • Design inclusive, engaging, and student-centered lessons.
  • Integrate labs and projects that reinforce core programming concepts.
  • Diversify instruction to support learners with varied needs.
  • Leverage AP Classroom for assessment and progress monitoring.
  • Interpret student data and make data-driven instructional decisions.
  • Access and utilize AP Central, Community, and Audit resources.
  • Develop an actionable implementation plan for your school context.

Day 1 Agenda

  • Welcome & Introductions
  • CED Scavenger Hunt
  • Framework Group Mapping
  • Gallery Walk – Computational Thinking Practices
  • Equity & Access Case Discussions
  • Recruitment Strategy Workshop
  • Exit Ticket & Reflection

Day 2 Agenda

  • Curriculum Mapping – Scope & Sequence
  • Lab Walkthrough: Labs 1, 2, and 5
  • Strategy Workshop – Think-Pair-Share, UDL, Concept Mapping
  • Lesson Design Activity
  • Sharing & Feedback

Day 3 Agenda

  • AP Exam Overview – Format, Content & Skills
  • MCQ and FRQ Analysis
  • Using AP Classroom for Assignments & Reports
  • Differentiated Practice & Custom Practice
  • AP Resource Scavenger Hunt
  • Action Planning & Workshop Close-Out
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