Preparing for the AP CS Principles Exam

In the following sections, we will guide you through the process of developing a project on innovation for the AP CS Performance Tasks: Explore section of the AP CS Principles exam.

The Explore Task

“Computing innovations have had considerable impact on the social, economic and cultural areas of our lives. To focus your work on this task, select a computing innovation that has significant impact, or the potential for significant impact on our society, economy, or culture, and that possesses the potential for both beneficial and harmful effects. You will be provided 8 hours of class time to complete this Performance Task.”

Click here to review the specific guidelines for completing the following performance task.

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