AP (Advanced Placement) Tutoring in Ankara and Online
We view Advanced Placement not as a hierarchy of superiority, but as distinct pathways that cater to different needs.
A Flexible Path for Academic Proficiency at International Standards
Advanced Placement is a system that allows students to engage with university-level content in specific academic areas and demonstrate their proficiency on an international scale.
In our view, the most significant attribute of AP is not its depth, but its accessibility and flexibility. Not every student’s school offers IB or A-Level programs. However, AP provides a powerful alternative that allows students to prepare independently of their school and achieve internationally recognized results.
For this reason, we see AP as an incredibly valuable opportunity, especially for students who do not have access to other international programs.
Why We Value It?
The greatest strength of AP is that it empowers students to craft their own academic path. While IB and A-Level progress within a specific program structure, AP allows students to select courses tailored to their interests and goals. For example, a student can build a strong STEM profile by taking:
- AP Calculus
- AP Physics
- AP Computer Science
Another student might choose to focus on completely different fields. This flexibility is one of the key advantages of AP.
At IB Evi, the mathematics department is led by Hakan Torun, who has been teaching mathematics since 1999. For details on AP Calculus and AP Statistics lessons, see Hakan Torun’s mathematics tutoring page. His free AP Precalculus diagnostic tests, an AP Calculus AB mock exam and an AP Statistics mock exam for the revised course (both in the real exam format) are available on his resources page.
Chemistry lessons at IB Evi are taught by Ertan Altınel, who has been teaching chemistry since 1997. For details on AP Chemistry lessons, see Ertan Altınel’s chemistry tutoring page.
The Biggest Misconception About AP
A frequently used phrase to describe AP is ‘university-level courses.’ This statement is often misunderstood.
Many introductory courses in U.S. universities are designed to bring students from diverse high school backgrounds onto a common academic footing. Therefore, a significant portion of the content in the AP curriculum may not be entirely new to students who have already received a strong high school education.
In our experience, the value of AP lies less in its ability to facilitate advanced academic research and more in its ability to demonstrate academic proficiency in specific areas in a standardized way.
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AP and Curriculum Depth
It is common to see grand and impressive headings in AP curricula. However, in practice, the knowledge and skills assessed often remain within a quite limited framework.
In many AP exams, what is expected of the student is to recognize the type of question encountered and correctly apply the appropriate method.
For this reason, it is more accurate to view AP not as a program for deep academic research or comprehensive intellectual development, but as an assessment system that demonstrates academic proficiency in specific areas.
Is AP Sufficient on Its Own?
Often, no. AP can be an extremely useful tool, but it is not a comprehensive educational system on its own.
It does not serve as a direct replacement for more holistic programs like the IB or A-Level. We often view AP as a powerful support mechanism.
When used correctly, it can strengthen a student’s academic profile, support their university applications, and demonstrate their competence in specific fields.
Who is AP Suitable For?
AP can be a very strong option, especially for students who are enrolled in the local national curriculum (MEB), do not have access to IB or A-Level programs at their schools, are planning international university applications, and wish to showcase their potential in specific academic fields.
Therefore, we often see AP not as a mere alternative, but as an opportunity.
AP and University Applications
AP results are recognized and valued by universities worldwide. Especially for applications to universities in the U.S., they can play a significant role in demonstrating a student’s academic initiative and drive.
However, the value of AP emerges not only from the exam results themselves, but from the process of a student crafting their own academic path.
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Our Approach to AP
We neither underestimate AP nor attempt to portray it as something it is not.
We believe it is essential to be aware of both its strengths and its limitations. In our view, AP is an incredibly powerful opportunity for students who do not have access to international programs, an internationally recognized indicator of academic proficiency, and a valuable tool that, when used correctly, strengthens a student’s academic profile.
However, its greatest strength lies not in its depth, but in its flexibility, accessibility, and the way it empowers students to build their own unique path.
Frequently Asked Questions
This section contains questions we frequently receive about the Advanced Placement (AP) program, along with our answers.
The biggest difference is flexibility. While programs like the IB offer a holistic 'package' with mandatory core elements and specific requirements, the AP provides students with an 'academic menu.' Students can choose to deepen their knowledge in subjects they are talented in or interested in (such as Calculus, Physics, or Chemistry) without having to overhaul their entire high school curriculum.
The content of AP courses is equivalent to introductory-level undergraduate courses. When students achieve high scores on their AP exams, they may be able to earn university credit or advanced standing for those subjects. This can result in significant savings in both time and, particularly for international education, tuition costs.
Taking an AP course expects a level of independent study discipline from the student that goes beyond the high school level. Moving past standard teacher guidance, the student must reach the maturity to create their own study plan, research resources, and independently grasp the logic of the subject, much like a university student.
AP exams feature a balanced structure. They typically consist of two main sections: the first is comprised of multiple-choice questions that measure the breadth and pace of knowledge, while the second consists of free-response questions that evaluate the student's depth of understanding, as well as their analytical and synthesis skills.
No. While thousands of prestigious universities worldwide, particularly in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., accept AP scores, many foundation universities in Turkey also offer students who excel in AP exams opportunities for scholarships, course exemptions, or direct admission advantages.
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