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***This course is not available for the Track C July/August learning period.***
This course will provide learners with an overview of the major events and societal
developments of the black community in the United States. The course begins with the contributions of Africans and their descendants in the conquest of the New World and ends with the discussion of contemporary issues. The goals of this AP African American Studies course are multifaceted, aiming to provide students with a comprehensive and interdisciplinary understanding of the rich, complex, and diverse experiences of African Americans and the broader African diaspora. Anchored in primary and secondary sources across history, literature, the arts, and social sciences, the course highlights the significant contributions of African Americans to the cultural, economic, political, and intellectual development of the United States. Students will explore major themes such as slavery and resistance, emancipation and Reconstruction, the Civil Rights Movement, cultural expression, and contemporary movements for equity and justice.
Through the analysis of texts, data, and visual sources, students will practice historical thinking, source evaluation, and argumentation. The course fosters critical thinking and empathy by examining the historical roots of systemic inequality and their relevance today. It also centers student agency by including a required research-based Individual Student Project. Ultimately, this course seeks to empower students as scholars and citizens—encouraging them to engage with enduring debates and diverse perspectives in pursuit of a more inclusive and just society.
This course fee does not include the cost of the AP College Board test.
Recommended grades: 10-12
Prerequisites: None