Recruitment Toolkit
By offering AP Computer Science A, your school becomes part of a national movement to make computer science accessible to all students, including those traditionally underrepresented in the world of computing and technology.
As an educator, you play a vital role in your students’ decision to take AP courses.
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Recruiting Students for AP Computer Science
Provides evidence-based strategies to attract students who are members of groups underrepresented in computer science.
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AP Computer Science Principles and the STEM and Computer Science Pipelines
This 2020 report details research that examined data on students who took AP Computer Science Principles in high school. Among its findings: AP CSP students—especially Black, Hispanic, female, and first-generation students—are more likely to declare STEM and computer science majors in college.
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Endorsed Providers of AP Computer Science A Curricula
Explore curricula and professional learning from AP CSA endorsed providers.
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AP Computer Science A Brochure for Teachers and Administrators
Gives an overview of the course’s principles and pedagogy and explains its benefits to schools and students.
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Bringing AP Computer Science to Your School
Explains the five steps to implementing AP computer science courses at your school.
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Computer Science Recruitment Strategies
Provides additional tips for encouraging all students to enroll in computer science courses.