English 10: AP Seminar: Topics with Content Experts

These sessions are designed for current and prospective English 10: AP Seminar teachers. They provide practical strategies to:

• Integrate literary texts and narrative writing into the AP Seminar framework
• Support students through the performance tasks
• Engage students in critical analysis of the stimulus materials
• Prepare students for the end-of-course exam 

What to expect:

• Connect with fellow educators across the country
• Exchange classroom-ready resources
• Participate in live Q&A sessions with AP content experts
• Access targeted breakout sessions for both new and experienced teachers 

This opportunity is available at no cost. Join one session, a few, or as many sessions as you can. We’re excited to have you participate. 

Meet the Content Experts

Daniel Brown	Christine Dutrow
Western Senior High School Baltimore City Public Schools, Md.	Olentangy Orange High School Olentangy Local School District, Ohio

2025-26 School Year Series 

Click the sessions below for times and registration links.

Session 1: Four Recommendations for a Strong Start to the Year
Session 2: When Students Practice Performance Tasks, Their Skills Improve
Session 3: Pro Tips for Managing Class Time During Performance Tasks 
Session 4: Designing Lessons and Activities Using the Stimulus Materials 
Session 5: Preparing for the End-of-Course Exam and Developing Post-Exam Enrichment Opportunities 
Session 6: Exploring Self-Reflection and Bridging to AP English Courses and AP Research 

Session 1: Four Recommendations for a Strong Start to the Year 

Participants will: 

• Dive into models for integrating English 10 and AP Seminar requirements.
• Explore key considerations for building thematic units for the English 10: AP Seminar course, including team-building activities and discussion techniques.
• Discover strategies for teaching literary texts and narrative writing.
• Learn how to leverage AP Classroom resources to support your students and create effective lessons plans.

Session 2: When Students Practice Performance Tasks, Their Skills Improve 

Participants will:  

• Explore model lessons designed to develop the essential skills of AP Seminar, including the QUEST framework.
• Identify key areas of focus for student development, including group dynamics and effective presentation skills.
• Discover structures to provide targeted peer and teacher-level feedback for students.
• Engage in a Q&A to support the development of your AP Seminar syllabus. 

Session 3: Pro Tips for Managing Class Time During Performance Tasks  

Participants will: 

• Develop a curriculum map for performance tasks 1 and 2 while considering the needs of your existing English 10 curricula.
• Explore and navigate the AP Digital Portfolio and online resources for students.
• Discuss the performance pask checkpoints and identify opportunities to grade and provide feedback to students.
• Engage in a Q&A with members of the English 10: AP Seminar teaching and learning team. 

Session 4: Designing Lessons and Activities Using the Stimulus Materials

Participants will: 

• Explore the themes and content of the 2026 AP Seminar stimulus materials.
• Discuss key areas of opportunity for instruction, including stimulus review and thematic connections.
• Simulate the process of identifying connections and developing possible research topics and questions.
• Engage in a Q&A with members of the English 10: AP Seminar teaching and learning team. 

Session 5: Preparing for the End-of-Course Exam and Developing Post-Exam Enrichment Opportunities  

Participants will: 

• Examine the requirements of the end-of-course exam components and review the timing and rubrics.
• Backward-map model lessons leading up to the end-of-course exam.
• Explore and brainstorm meaningful post-exam learning experiences.
• Engage in a Q&A with members of the English 10: AP Seminar teaching and learning team. 

Session 6: Exploring Self-Reflection and Bridging to AP English Courses and AP Research  

Participants will: 

• Review opportunities for student self-reflection.
• Reflect on strengths and weaknesses of the year’s curriculum.
• Engage in a discussion with the English 10: AP Seminar teaching and learning team about the 2026 AP Seminar Exam.
• Preview the skills required for future AP English courses and plan for integration in the final unit.