Invitation Letter-ap 2015 5e5m

Invitation Letter Dear Teresa Tyler, We are pleased to inform you that you have been appointed to serve as a Reader at the College Board's 2015 AP® English Lit Reading. Invitations are extended annually, and this invitation is for the June 2015 AP Reading only. Participating in the AP Reading is an opportunity to: •

Exchange ideas with faculty, teachers, and AP Development Committee

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Establish lifelong friendships with other professionals in your discipline

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Become familiar with AP scoring standards, which provide valuable knowledge for scoring your own students' essays For your participation in the AP Reading, you will have the opportunity to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs). As the AP Reading is a learning event, the outcomes expected are as follows:

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Recognize criteria to meet each score point contained within the rubric

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Identify the correct score point to be applied based on prescribed criteria

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Apply the scoring rubric consistently and accurately to a wide range of constructed responses Successful completion for CEUs requires proficiency in the above listed learning outcomes. Although full-time attendance is required, events may happen during the Reading (e.g., illness or family emergency) that could reduce your attendance. CEUs may be earned if a minimum of 85 percent attendance is completed. Please respond to the online invitation and complete the online registration form within three weeks to indicate whether you are able to accept this appointment. If your response is not received within three weeks, your access to the website will expire and another Reader will be appointed in your place. If you miss the response deadline, us at 1-888-9-AP-READ or via email to request an extension. Reading Schedule: The AP Reading will be held over a seven-day period at one of four sites within the United States. Note: The daily Reading schedule for 2015 is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

(including Saturday and Sunday). For your participation in the AP Reading, you will receive a stipend in the amount of $1,639. Late arrival, early departure or part-time attendance is not permitted. Refer to the Reading schedules for your Reading location and dates by clicking on the "Reading Dates and Locations" link under the Introduction tab at the top of this page. Travel: If you accept this invitation to attend the AP Reading, review the travel guidelines and flight reservation process, and select your flight as soon as possible using the online flight reservation system. Direct Travel is coordinating travel to the AP Reading sites. Note: The level of service that individual airlines provide varies from city to city, so travel may involve connecting flights. Reading Site Logistics: Lodging and meals will be provided at the Reading site. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served buffet style, and include options to accommodate most Readers. However, meals may not suit all special dietary needs. Please view the sample menus and take this into consideration when accepting the invitation. Depending on your Reading location, there may be some walking on hilly terrain and stair-climbing to and from the Reading facilities. Further details regarding the housing process and housing request forms will be provided in late February. Stipend and Travel Reimbursement: Stipend checks will be issued by ETS no later than July 3, 2015. To receive reimbursement for travel expenses, you must complete a 2015 Reader's Expense Voucher, which will be available online from May through August. Allow four to six weeks for processing. Us: If you have questions about your invitation or the AP Reading, please us at 1888-9-AP-READ (1-888-927-7323) or via email at [email protected]. We hope you accept this invitation, and look forward to welcoming you as a 2015 AP Reader. Sincerely, Performance Assessment Scoring ServicesEducational Testing Service About | LegalCopyright © 2015 by Educational Testing Service. All rights reserved. ETS and Educational Testing Service are ed trademarks of Educational Testing Service (ETS). College Board, Advanced Placement Program, AP, AP Central and the acorn logo are ed trademarks of the College Entrance Examination Board