AP Capstone is a two-year program offered by the College Board that consists of two courses, AP Seminar and AP Research. It aims to develop critical thinking, research, collaboration, and presentation skills.
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AP Seminar: A course within the AP Capstone program that focuses on developing students' abilities to analyze complex issues from multiple perspectives.
AP Research: The second course in the AP Capstone program where students design, execute, present, and defend an academic research project.
Capstone Diploma: An additional recognition awarded to students who successfully complete the requirements of both the AP Seminar and AP Research courses.