"A" in Robotics = Lower GPA?

[Michael Corsetto]

Originally Posted by RoboChair

This was a huge concern when Citrus Circuits first put together a class that we offered, the overwhelming student voice was everyone that had AP classes would not take the class because it would lower their GPA. What we have done to partially resolve this is offer our robotics courses to our students as EITHER a A-F graded class or as a Pass/No Pass course. Our students that are AP takers can take it as Pass/No Pass and not have their GPA adversely affected while still getting elective credit. Our students that do not take AP can then still freely take it as a graded course to bring up their GPA.

The underlying issues surrounding AP/Honors courses is not an issue I am qualified to discuss, but I feel that our solution is not a bad one based on the system we have to work with.

I'll echo that this has been a great solution for the students on our team. Sanddrag, if this is an option for your program, I would look into it. As Devin said, it allows a wide variety of students to take the class and benefit, no matter what "academic track" they are on.

If you want more info, PM me and I can put you in touch with our Lead Mentor who established our courses at the high school.

-Mike