The pressure of preparing for AP examinations can make it easy to forget the basic, but crucial steps that you need to take to take the exams. Here are 7 key facts to keep in mind:
#1
- Your school will decide on the AP exam administration options available to its students.
- Talk to your teachers and those involved in managing the exam process in your school to learn when, where, and how you will take the exams.
#2
- All AP exams, irrespective of the format or subject, will be full-length.
- For digital AP exams, a stable internet connection is important. However, momentary drops in connectivity will not affect your ability to continue with the exam.
#3
- There are free online resources available at the College Board website to help you prepare and review sessions on YouTube.
- While these resources are useful, enrolling at an online AP tuition institute will ensure that your preparation is complete. A professional reputed institute with a track record of successful students is the best.
#4
- If you are taking the digital exam, download the application on the device you will be using for the exam. If it is a school device, ensure that the app is installed for you to use.
- Use the App Demo and Digital Practice options in the app to get familiar with the functioning of the app.
- For every digital exam, the exam setup must be completed in the app to load the exam into the computer. Do this 1 to 3
#5
- You can only take the exam on a laptop, desktop computer, or a school-managed Chromebook. A school-managed computer is one where the installed programs and apps are controlled by the school. You cannot use a personal Chromebook.
#6
- No handwritten responses are allowed.
- Use the practice option in the exam app to practice your typing, if you need to.
#7
- Confirm the starting time of the digital AP exams. It is normally either 12 PM or 4 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) in the U.S. Check on the time difference with your location.
- You must log in for the exam 30 minutes before the start time.