School Issues

Here’s what’s in the AP African American Studies course rejected by Florida

Abstract:

This article provides a summary and a preview of the AP African-American Studies curriculum that is being rejected.

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NBC News

Author:

Marc Caputo

Published:

January 23, 2023

Florida Gives Reasons for Rejecting A.P. African American Studies Class

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This article breaks down the reasons Ron DeSantis gave for rejecting the AP African-American Studies class in Florida.

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New York Times

Author:

Eliza Fawcett and Anemona Hartocollis

Published:

January 21, 2023

Why Teaching Black History Year-Round Is Crucial, Not Just During Black History Month

Abstract:

This blog post from a teacher at a KIPP school in Atlanta talks about the importance of teaching Black history throughout the school year.

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KIPP

Author:

Eilidh Branson

Published:

March 11, 2021

The First A.P. African American Studies Class Is Coming This Fall

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This article breaks down the importance of the AP African-American Studies class and the plan to roll it out over the next three years.

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Source:

New York Times

Author:

Anemona Hartocollis

Published:

August 31, 2022

Teens embrace AP class featuring Black history, a subject under attack

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This article talks about the implementation of theĀ  AP African-American Studies course at a Baltimore high school and the positive student responses to it.

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The Washington Post

Author:

Sydney Trent

Published:

December 2, 2022

Pilot: AP African American Studies

Abstract:

This article from the College Board talks about the basic details of the AP African-American Studies, course including how it can be used for college credits and the timeline of its development.

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College Board

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College Board