Writing an AP Calc Assessment 

• Include calculator and non-calculator items

• Include multiple choice and free response items

• Write questions that reflect learning targets and success criteria

• Determine scoring rubric for FRQs before administering the assessment (see below)

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Questions to Include

• Evaluation of limit expressions using various techniques

• Questions that include multiple representations of functions (tabular, graphical, equation)

• Justifying continuity of a function at a point, or explaining why there is a discontinuity and identifying the type of discontinuity

• Contextual problem 

• Error analysis of a common student error

• Scaffolded FRQ requiring justification by the IVT

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Grading Tips

We recommend that you prepare a rubric for the free response items before you begin grading your quizzes or tests. Know what information is necessary for a complete and correct response and award points when a student presents that information. Many of the “Why did I get marked down?” questions are eliminated when you share the components that earn points.