AP Sustained Investigation Writing Guide

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Art Investigation

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SubjectArt Investigation

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Use these standards to help Advanced Placement Art students working on either the AP Drawing or AP 2D Design exam from college board. Use the college board rubric to help students with the written evidence portion of the exam. Including the required length of characters and meeting the rubric expectations. Students also need help in developing their artists inquiry wording to a more professional cohesive verbage.

This resource focuses on the AP Art & Design Sustained Investigation (SI) refinement process. It guides students in developing and refining their inquiry questions for their AP portfolios. The document emphasizes the importance of constructing professional, rubric-aligned written evidence that showcases the relationship between materials, processes, and the artistic inquiry. It includes specific criteria for success aligned with the College Board rubric, as well as exercises in professional language and framing. Students are expected to articulate their artistic processes, reflect on their confidence, and provide peer feedback. The resource also features a section dedicated to evidence construction using the Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) model and a self-assessment aligned with AP scoring criteria. Finally, it encourages exploration of alternative interpretations of the work, enhancing critical thinking regarding artistic expression.

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AP Sustained Investigation Writing Guide

Teaching Tips

Set Clear Goals and Expectations

Encourage Active Inquiry

Utilize the Word Bank Effectively

Implement Peer Feedback Sessions

Focus on Metacognitive Reflection

Highlight the Relationship Between MTPs and Inquiry

Utilize the Revision Station

Encourage Abstract Interpretation

Foster Ongoing Communication

Celebrate Progress and Discoveries