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Achieving Equitable Access to World Language AP Exams for All Students

In May 2005, Thomas Matts and Marcia Wilbur of The College Board sent a letter regarding the Advanced Placement (AP) programs and exams in world languages to all Chief State School Officers (http://www.ccsso.org).

The following topics are addressed in this correspondence:

• AP World Languages Intiatives
• A Matter of Equity
• Five Year's Study Significantly Better Than Four on AP Exams
• Foreign Language Study Translates to Higher SAT Scores

Click here to view the letter. (Word format)