Essential Course Resources
- AP Government and Politics Course Description (.pdf/535KB)
- AP Comparative Government and Politics Teacher's Guide (.pdf/783KB)
- AP Government and Politics Frequently Asked Questions
- AP Comparative Government and Politics Development Committee
- AP Comparative Government and Politics Course Perspective
AP Exam Information and Resources
- Multiple Choice Section Scoring Change
- AP Comparative Government and Politics Exam Information
- Free AP Comparative Government and Politics Practice Exam
- Seeking AP Exam Readers
- Decision Rule for Scoring Additional Examples (.pdf/65KB)
AP Course Audit Information
Classroom Resources
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From the College Board
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From Your AP Colleagues
- Comparative Politics Made Simple
- Using Current Events Examples in AP Government and Politics Courses
- CLUES to Critical Thinking About Politics
- Teaching Tips
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DC Corner
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- AP Comparative Government and Politics Briefing Papers
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Web Guides
Reviews of Teaching Resources
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