AP® Summer Institute Online
Northwestern University is pleased to offer teachers our highly evaluated, 100% remote AP® Summer Institute for the sixth year, featuring workshops across 16 subject areas and led by College Board-certified instructors.
• Learn from wherever is most convenient for you with a 100% remote format.
• Discover workshops designed for your skill level, with options for both new and experienced AP® teachers.
• Avoid screen burnout and maximize your learning flexibility with our innovative two-week workshop schedule that balances asynchronous activities with four live weeknight sessions.
• Earn 30 hours of professional development per session.
• Benefit from the unmatched combination of leading AP® educators and the experienced development team at Northwestern University School of Professional Studies.
• Exchange ideas and network with other AP® teachers from around the country and around the world
This course-specific training is designed to support new and experienced AP® teachers in all aspects of AP® course content, organization, and methodology. Institute leaders are recognized members of the AP® teaching community who are dedicated to improving student achievement through effective support of AP® professionals.
Key elements of these AP® training sessions are:
The consultant did an amazing job. She kept the Zoom sessions engaging, effectively introduced us to tons of different resources, and helped us understand the CED, AP Classroom, and the expectations of the AP exam.”
2023 AP® Calculus AB workshop participant
This APSI was the best option for me, as I work full-time in the summer. The asynchronous work allowed me to work at my own pace.”
2023 AP® English Language and Composition workshop participant
This course provided the perfect balance of instruction and individual exploration, and covered everything I needed in an interesting way. I feel I have a very clear understanding of how to apply the CED optimally in my classroom.”
2023 AP® English Literature and Composition workshop participant
Synchronous Learning (Tuesday and Thursday evenings*):
Asynchronous Learning: 1 - 2 hours per day
Total: 30 contact hours (approx. 15 hours/week)
*Some sessions may have adjusted times
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WORKSHOP |
INSTRUCTOR |
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African American Studies |
Kamasi Hill |
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Computer Science Principles |
Andy Kuemmel |
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English Language and Composition (New AP® Teachers) |
Steve Heller |
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English Language and Composition (Experienced AP® Teachers) |
Lloyd Hoshaw |
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English Literature and Composition (New AP® Teachers) |
Susan Barber |
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English Literature and Composition (Experienced AP® Teachers) |
Nichole Wilson |
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Government and Politics - U.S. |
Bryan Ashkettle |
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Human Geography |
Greg Sherwin |
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Psychology (New AP® Teachers) |
Benjamin Walters |
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United States History |
Christine Custred |
Synchronous Learning (Monday and Wednesday evenings*):
Asynchronous Learning: 1 - 2 hours per day
Total: 30 contact hours (approx. 15 hours/week)
*Some sessions may have adjusted times
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WORKSHOP |
INSTRUCTOR |
|---|---|
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Calculus AB |
Theresa Horvath |
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English Language and Composition (New AP® Teachers) |
Myrte Campbell |
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English Literature and Composition (New AP® Teachers) |
Becky McFarlan |
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French Language and Culture |
Éliane Kurbegov |
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German Language and Culture |
Angelika Becker |
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Pre-calculus |
Michael Little Crow |
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Psychology (Experienced AP® Teachers) |
Nick Fernandez |
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Spanish Language and Culture |
Jorge Zamora |
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Statistics |
Kay Kubena |
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United States History |
Mary Lopez |
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World History: Modern |
Christine Custred |
I wish more workshops were like this. It was definitely amazing and helpful, the way the classes were structured and spread out. I liked that it wasn't straight eight-hour workshops and it worked better with my schedule.”
2023 AP® Calculus AB workshop participant
The consultant did an excellent job delivering instruction that was meaningful to both veteran AP teachers and the brand new teachers in the course. He was helpful and accessible.”
2023 AP® European History workshop participant
I liked the format. I also liked the fact that the consultant is an AP reader and has taught it for many years. It made me feel he really knows what we need to learn.”
2023 AP® Modern World History workshop participant
Look over the AP® Summer Institute Workshop Descriptions page.
Read about the AP® Summer Institute Instructors.
Find out more about the AP® Summer Institute Tuition and Registration.
Explore the AP® Summer Institute Frequently Asked Questions page.
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