<p>So I began Second semester and am currently enrolled in AP Calculus AB and failed the first semester. I doubt my chances to do better this Semester. My options to replace this class are PE, American Cinema as Literature and Studio Art 1. I already have enough credits for Art, PE and English. </p>
<p>Should I stick through it and try to learn as much as I can and just prep for the AP or should I drop it? Would it look bad to college admissions if I drop this course? How difficult is this course (AP Calculus AB) in comparison to College level Calculus?</p>
<p>PLEASE HELP!! Any response is greatly appreciated!
Thanks</p>
<p>Same boat man…except with a D instead of an F.</p>
<p>if you feel that math is wonderful and that is what your major should relate to then continue and study more :> get solid study buddies! Talk to your teacher about your dilemma! swallow your shyness and fight for your grade!</p>
<p>I talked with her and she told me that if I stay in the class to stay but with the mentality of getting the most out of the class (as prep for college calc) not specifically passing. Even though shes hoping I can pass. Besides that do you think it would look bad towards college??</p>
<p>To be straightforward, the answer is yes. My recommendation is that you talk with your teacher about getting extra help or find a tutor that can help you. Books are your greatest resources! Also, there are many helpful videos online that you can use.</p>
<p>Thanks for your honesty. I guess I will just push through it.</p>
<p>To echo Hawkace on the use of helpful videos online, use KhanAcademy.org if you haven’t already. It can help a lot. Its as good, if not better, than a teacher! You can watch Calculus videos on topics that you don’t understand, perform computer-generated practice problems to ensure that you truly do understand the topic, and look at freely provided data charts to see what specific topics you are struggling with the most. Check it out, it helped kids so much that schools have actually partnered with this organization to fully implement Khan Academy into classrooms. </p>
<p>Best of luck!</p>