The Huffington Post – Chuck Cohn
“The benefits of completing an AP class are fairly well known—high school students can earn college credit, prepare for college-level courses, and expose themselves to more challenging material, among other advantages. However, not all students are ready for AP classes at the same time. If you are uncertain about your own preparedness, there are several steps that you can take: Speak with a current teacher in the subject matter. Chances are high that your instructor has advised other students who were uncertain about registering for an AP class. Typically, a teacher will recommend that you move to the AP or honors level, remain at your current level, or perhaps even drop to an easier level.”(more)