AP World History Class Overview

The video introduces the AP World History course, highlighting the flipped instruction method and the importance of asynchronous work. The teacher, Mr. Toath, outlines the first week's activities, including icebreakers and group discussions. He emphasizes the significance of preparing for the AP test and provides an overview of Unit Zero, which covers the period before 1200. The video also mentions the importance of Labor Day and the resources available for students.

What is Mr. Toath's new interest that he mentions at the start of the course?

• Cooking Italian food

• Reading historical novels

• Watching Formula 1

• Playing chess

What is the significance of Labor Day as mentioned in the video?

• It is a day for shopping sales

• It is the start of the school year

• It is an important day for the country

• It marks the end of summer

What does Unit Zero refer to in the AP World History course?

• The final exam preparation

• A special project for the class

• The period before the year 1200

• The first official AP unit

What teaching method will be used in this class?

• Flipped instruction

• Traditional lectures

• Online quizzes

• Group projects only

What activity will students do during the first class session?

• Participate in icebreakers

• Take a pop quiz

• Watch a documentary

• Write an essay

What platform will students use for some of their asynchronous work?

• Zoom

• AP Classroom

• Google Classroom

• Khan Academy

What is the purpose of the icebreaker activity?

• To test students' knowledge

• To learn about each other

• To review the syllabus

• To practice public speaking

How many days are there until the AP test from the start of the school year?

• 150 days

• 200 days

• 244 days

• 300 days

What is the recommended approach to the asynchronous work?

• Skip the asynchronous work

• Only do the mandatory work

• Focus on recommended work only

• Complete both mandatory and recommended work

When is the AP test scheduled to take place?

• June 10th

• May 10th

• July 10th

• April 10th