AP Statistics

Course Overview with Philosophy

The AP Statistics course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes evident in the content of the content, skills, and assessment in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, probability and simulation, and statistical inference. Students use technology, investigations, problem solving and writing as they build conceptual understanding.

The AP Statistics course is equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based college course in statistics.

Expectations & Support

Students are expected to come to class prepared, complete assignments on time, and actively participate in discussions and activities. Staying organized, meeting deadlines, and asking for help when needed are essential for success.

Students in AP Statistics will be supported through direct instruction, guided practice, and opportunities to apply concepts to meaningful, real-world problems. Feedback will be given regularly to help strengthen understanding, and extra help will be available through practice resources and one-on-one support when needed. Collaboration with classmates, use of technology tools, and step-by-step strategies will all be emphasized to build confidence and skills.

Exams & Assessment

• Classroom assessments, midterm and final exam aligned with AP topics and format

• AP Progress Checks aligned to AP Units

• AP Exam in May

Materials & Resources

• AP Classroom

• Textbook

• Math Medic

• Desmos web-based graphing calculator and/or Approved handheld calculator listed in AP Exams Calculator Policy

Time Commitment

Mathematical thinking is a habit of mind, trained and strengthened through daily practice and effort. While time spent on these tasks may differ from student to student, on average a student can expect to spend about 3 hours of work outside of class per week to develop and maintain their mathematical growth.