My class may have been difficult for some of you. Some students said they had never written a thesis statement prior to AP US History. Nine students told me they never had to study for class before. Some of you said you had never before worked with a study group. Some of you said you were learning how to organize yourselves, your materials, and your time. Several students admitted they had never before read a textbook!
I hope you have gained positive experiences from my class. I know what my goals for you were, and what I hoped you would learn! So let's take a few minutes to reflect. Pick one or more of these and write:
- What have you gained from the experience of this AP class?
- Was the AP test what you expected?
- If you could take the class over, what would you do differently the second time?
- What did you most enjoy?
- Do you think any differently about US history now?
- Are there US history topics you wish you had more time to pursue now?
- How did you feel about having to complete blog posts?
- What have you learned about yourself?
- Have you gained any new skills or insights?
- What advice would you offer new students?
- Will this class help you in the future? If so, how?
As always, happy blogging to you! I wish you all the very best next year and beyond!
