There are two options: one includes an optional live class component, where students must submit work each week, while the other is self-paced, allowing students to work at their own pace.

 

Application

Anyone interested in joining Ms. Chan’s AP® Calculus AB class should fill sign up and submit tuition to hold a spot.

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Course Description

AP® Calculus AB is equivalent to a first-semester college calculus course. Topics include functions, limits and continuity, derivatives, and integrals. The course will focus on applying the skills and concepts of calculus to modeling and solving problems across multiple representations. It includes specific preparation for the AP® AB Calculus exam. Students will practice AP-style questions, to familiarize themselves with the format and grading techniques.

 

Who Should Apply?

Students should have successfully completed Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Precalculus or AP Precalculus. Students who have not completed Precalculus should enroll in  AP Precalculus or Honors Precalculus before taking this course. Students should understand linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, and piecewise defined functions and know how to graph these functions and solve equations involving them. Students should also be familiar with algebraic transformations, combinations, compositions, and inverses for general functions. If unsure, one can take the diagnostic test.

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Why Take This Class?

AP® Calculus AB is the equivalent of one semester of college Calculus and is typically taken by students pursuing majors in the social sciences, life sciences, mathematics, and physical sciences. With the elimination of the SAT Math Subject Test, many students take the AP® Calculus AB exam to validate the rigor of their math education. Calculus AB covers less material and moves at a slower pace than Calculus BC.

 

Course Fee

Early Bird Special: $679
After June 30: $739

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Textbook and Materials

No textbook is required. Ms. Chan provides all instructional materials.

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Students need to purchase AP® Exam Review in February. It includes exam tips and strategies, practice multiple choice and free response questions. Cost: $29.

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Technical Requirements

• Computer with high speed internet access, email capability and camera

• Smartphone or scanner to save multiple handwritten pages as a single PDF file

• Graphing calculator: TI 89, TI Nspire, or TI 83/84 Plus or College Board approved calculators

 

Course Delivery

A. Asynchronous Components

Students access class materials on Canvas and College Board AP® Classroom at any time. All materials are available 24/7.

• Video lectures for each lesson

• Weekly assignments, quizzes, unit tests, and exams

• Discussion forum monitored by TAs and the instructors

• Calculator instruction 

• Free Response Questions will be graded by the instructors

• College Board designed practice test questions. 

• AP Exam Review

 

B. Optional Live Sessions

One optional live Zoom session  focused on key concepts, challenging assignments, and AP multiple choice and free response questions. Attendance is optional and recording will be made accessible for those who cannot attend.  The course is designed to be asynchronous, so students who are unable to attend live classes will not be at a disadvantage. Student who cannot attend the class should watch the recording.

Live sessions are taught by Mr. Clark. (See instructor qualifications.)

 

Course Schedule

The course runs from August 17, 2026 through early May 2027. Thanksgiving, winter, and spring breaks are included. Exact dates are to be determined.

Optional live Zoom session meets on Monday at 12 pm -12:55 pm EST

 

Grading and Assessment

• Homework: Homework is extremely important. Students’ success in this class depends on their ability to complete and understand the homework problems. Watch the video lessons and complete the homework.

• Quiz: Weekly quiz is assigned to assess your understanding. 

• Chapter Tests: There will be a test at the end of each chapter. 

• Exams: There will be a midterm and final exam.

 

Questions and Support

Students may ask questions through the discussion forum or bring them to the live Zoom sessions. 

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Instructor Qualifications

Amelia Chan
She holds an M.A. in Mathematics from Columbia University in New York and dual B.A. degrees in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of California, Berkeley. She is a math instructor at De Anza College. Her professional background includes work as an Investment Banker, Financial Software Engineer, and Actuarial Consultant. After her children began school, she chose to homeschool them, designing customized courses to fit their individual abilities and needs. Through this experience, she began teaching mathematics to homeschool co ops and after school programs. Many of her students have excelled academically and won national math competitions. She has taught mathematics online and in person for over 20 years and is passionate about teaching students from around the world and supporting their success in mathematics. For more information about her and her teaching philosophy, please visit About Me.

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Dorr Clark

Mr. Clark holds a B.S. in Mathematics and an M.S. in Applied Mathematics from Santa Clara University. He was a mathematics and computer science instructor in the Graduate School of Engineering at Santa Clara University for 28 years. He brings decades of experience as a software engineer and is an expert in networking, with extensive industry experience and conference speaking engagements. After working as a software engineer, he chose to dedicate his time to teaching mathematics, technology, and debate to young students (www.clarksdebate.com). He has taught AP® Calculus to homeschooling students and has co taught summer math camps with Ms. Chan, making advanced mathematical ideas accessible through intuitive and exploratory learning. In addition to teaching, Mr. Clark has homeschooled his three now-adult children. and is the founding Debate Chair of the StoaUSA National Speech and Debate League, bringing an emphasis on logical reasoning and clear communication to his instruction.