The discussion revolves around the effectiveness of the AP Calculus exam as a predictor of college readiness. Participants share their personal experiences with the exam, express concerns about preparation, and debate the implications of receiving college credit based on AP exam scores.
There is no consensus on whether the AP Calculus exam accurately predicts college readiness. While some participants believe that a high score on the exam is indicative of preparedness, others argue that it may not reflect a student's true understanding of the material necessary for success in college courses.
Participants express varying levels of confidence in their knowledge and preparation for the AP exams, highlighting the subjective nature of readiness and the differing expectations of college courses.
mathwonk said:i teach at a state school, and have almost never had a student with credit for AP who should have accepted college credit for calc.
instead the best of them should have retaken beginning calc, but from an honor professor in an honors section, the hardest one they can manage.