Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Advanced Placement Participation and Performance
Date
2023-11Author
Jones, Killian "Lynsie" G.
Advisor(s)
Bleske-Rechek, April A.
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The Advanced Placement program is a popular option for students seeking college credit and academic rigor in high school; however, it is an educational program with a history of racial and ethnic inequity. The present study aims to examine past and present disparities in racially and ethnically diverse student populations’ participation in AP and performance on AP examinations.
Subject
Advanced Placement
Advanced placement programs (Education)
Advanced Placement access
Advanced Placement performance
United States -- History -- Examinations, questions, etc.
Universities and colleges -- Evaluation.
Universities and colleges -- Examinations.
Educational equalization -- United States
Minorities -- Education (Higher) -- United States
Inclusive education -- United States
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