AP Seminar is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing divergent perspectives. Using an inquiry framework, students practice reading and analyzing articles, research studies, and foundational literary and philosophical texts; listening to and viewing speeches broadcasts, and personal accounts; and experiencing artistic works and performances. Students learn to synthesize information from multiple sources to develop their own perspectives in written essays and design and deliver oral and visual presentations, both individually and as part of a team. Ultimately, the course aims to equip students with the power to analyze and evaluate information with accuracy and precision in order to craft and communicate evidence-based arguments.

The course also provides students with opportunities to practice disciplined and scholarly research skills applied to topics of their interest.  AP Seminar engages students with rigorous college-level curricula while focused on the core academic skills necessary for successful college completion.