AP Statistics

Semester A

AP Statistics is a rigorous full-year course divided into two semesters. The full course consists of 12 modules and is equivalent to an introductory college/university statistics course. Semester A of AP Statistics introduces students to the essential building blocks of statistical thinking and prepares them for the rigorous analysis required on the AP Statistics exam. Students begin by exploring categorical and quantitative variables, developing the ability to describe, compare, and interpret data distributions. Students then move into linear regression, where they learn to model relationships between variables and evaluate the model’s strength and limitations. Throughout the semester, focus is placed on asking good questions and collecting data, which includes study and experimental design, sampling methods, and identifying potential sources of bias. In this semester, students also build a strong conceptual and mathematical understanding of probability and probability distributions, laying the groundwork for all inference work in Semester B. Throughout this course students will gain knowledge, skills, and understanding of key statistics principles, as well as gain preparation for taking the AP Statistics Exam.

Semester B

Semester B deepens students’ analytical skills as they learn to draw conclusions about populations using sample data. Students begin with sampling distributions to understand why statistical inference works. Students then move into procedures for one- and two-population proportion hypothesis tests, followed by learning to test one- and two-population means. Throughout the semester, students apply these techniques to real-world problems, interpret results with precision, and communicate statistical reasoning clearly. The course concludes with dedicated AP Test preparation with targeted refinement to ensure students are confident and fully prepared to sit for the AP Statistics exam.

Grade Level

11th Grade

Materials

Basic school supplies 

Graphing calculator (online or TI-84) 

Stats: Modeling the World, 6th edition  Author(s): David Bock, Floyd Bullard, Paul Velleman, Richard De Veaux 
ISBN-13 : 9780137685431

Optional, but highly recommended for exam prep:
Princeton Review AP Statistics, 22nd edition
ISBN-13: 979-8217223213 

Duration

2 Semesters

Credit Value

1.0

Prerequisites

Algebra 2