2026 - 2027 AP^® European History

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March 2026

I’ve been teaching AP Euro since 1998 - 1999.. but this is 2026, and it was time for a refresh!

I know how busy students are today, and I’ve redesigned this course to better fit your world while still delivering everything you need to succeed on the AP exam.

Here’s the big picture:

• Fewer assignments (yes, really!)
• Flexible reading schedules based on the resources that work best for you
• I’ll still provide PDFs of my recommended textbook—but you’ll have more choice in how you learn

• And what’s staying (and getting even better)?
• Optional classes 1–2 times per month for support and connection
• Optional simulations & activities (with extra credit opportunities!)
• Comprehensive AP exam preparation
• A tremendous amount of support, enthusiasm, and encouragement every step of the way

If you want a course that is flexible, engaging, and designed to help you actually enjoy learning AP European History while preparing for the exam—this is it.

Let’s make this year your strongest one yet!

Welcome to my AP^® European History page! I am thrilled to offer this course with PAH again, and to continue working with such an amazing and impressive group of young scholars.

I am SO proud of my young Euro Scholars, who last year had an average score of 4.2 on the AP exam! For reference, the global average for the exam is a 3.23. It is such a blessing to be able to work with such enthusiastic, kind and intelligent students.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This AP course is an in-depth look at "modern" European History starting with a brief look at the end of the Middle Ages and ending with the current time period with a discussion on contemporary issues impacting the continent.  Please look here to see the full course description as outlined by the College Board. My goal is to use interactive tools as well as lessons to help students to not only master the material, but to enjoy it - and to make interdisciplinary connections that will help them in the future. 

In addition to assigned readings (from the textbook as well as primary and secondary sources), students will also be trained in the written elements of the AP exam, including the DBQ, the LEQ and the SAQ.  Students will be expected to participate in some collaborative online discussions as well as projects. Additionally, students will have the option to participate in live online reviews with brick & mortar students. 

BREAKS:

• Thanksgiving Break Saturday, November 21- Monday, November 30
• Holiday Break from Wednesday, December 16 - Monday, January 4
• Spring Break - TBA

NOTE: This course is mainly taught asynchronously, with MOST work due on Fridays each week at 11:59pm EST (unless otherwise arranged with Ms. Noah). There will be some collaborative benchmark assignments due on other days, but that is not the norm, and will be announced in advance. There is NOT a mandatory live weekly class/meeting. However, there will be optional Zoom meetings from September - March 1-2 times per month - usually Wednesdays at 6:00pm EST.  These will be recorded for those who do not attend. Additionally, there will be several (optional, but highly encouraged) Zoom simulations. In April and May, these optional meetings will increase in frequency in anticipation for the upcoming AP exam. Since some students do like the interaction of live sessions, there will be some optional content review as well as skills practice sessions. While Zoom attendance is not required for this course, it is strongly encouraged, and thus 'bonus points' will be awarded for attendance.

Course format:

A detailed syllabus will be posted for each semester, outlining each AP Euro unit, sub-topic, and suggested pacing. Students will engage with each topic through a combination of readings and videos (all provided on Canvas), with flexibility to choose the resources and pacing that work best for their learning style. The Readings will correspond with College Board Unit, and can easily be transferrable to whatever resource each student chooses.

For each unit, optional extra credit opportunities will be available to help students build and strengthen key historical thinking skills—but these are not required. Throughout the course, we will also offer optional simulations, activities, and occasional threaded discussions to deepen understanding in an engaging way.

Assessments (tests and essays) will be completed through AP Classroom, ensuring students are practicing with authentic AP-style materials. I will also host optional classes 1–2 times per month, as well as optional AP Reviews, all of which will be recorded and available for later viewing.

Each unit begins with a brief introductory slidecast, designed to preview key concepts and connect themes across the course. Additional slidecast lectures and AP Classroom videos are available throughout each unit to support comprehension and encourage deeper critical thinking—but students can use these resources as needed.

A major focus of the course is helping students build confidence and mastery of AP exam skills. This includes:

• Clear breakdowns of DBQ, LEQ, and SAQ expectations
• Targeted video lessons on exam strategies
• Opportunities for practice with detailed, individualized feedback
• Access to archived roundtable discussions with AP Readers for insider insight into scoring

With years of experience scoring AP exams, I will be providing my expertise to help students understand exactly how to succeed.

In addition to core materials, students will have access to a variety of optional, engaging projects and activities designed to make European history both meaningful and enjoyable. These may include:

• Industrial Revolution "Shark Tank" 
• Online virtual tours & comparisons of palaces such as Versailles, Schonbrunn and Peterhof
• Channeling your inner Da Vinci or Michelangelo by incorporating some of their innovative techniques (don't worry, I won't be grading you on your artistic ability)
• Threaded Discussions in character
• Online museum exhibits
• Online Scavenger units
• An in depth look and discussion of European family roots
• Customizing & planning an itinerary of a historical tour (such as a World War I tour)
• A French Revolution Flip Book
• Student created Virtual History
• Online Scrapbooks
• Debates through threaded discussion
• A Reformation "Dinner Party" through Threaded Discussion
• And/or much more!

Reminder: This course is taught asynchronously, so the above assignments will be completed depending on their availability/schedule.

Resources: High-speed internet and a reliable computer with an internet browser. No specific software is required, although instructor-student cooperation regarding technical difficulties is expected. The course will be run through Canvas and all AP Prep/assignments will be on AP Classroom (so students will need to create a College Board account at the start of the school year. They should also have Zoom access.

RECOMMENDED Text:

• Western Civilization since 1300 by Jackson J. Spielvogel 9th edition (Updated AP edition) ISBN: 978-1305272293. I will be supplying PDFs of each chapter, so a physical copy of the book is not required

NOTE: I will be assigning readings by topics as labeled by the College Board, so students will be able to use an AP Euro textbook/resource that they want

Ms. Noah would be happy to recommend additional review materials if you are interested.

TUITION: $750 as of July 1, 2026. The 'Early Bird' cost for those who register before July 1st is $700. You can also audit the course for a $275 fee.

CLASS SIZE: AP European History will be limited to 30 students, however I do have audit spots available as well for students who are self-directed. This option gives all of the course material to those who audit, but they do not participate in activities, discussions etc nor do they receive grades or feedback on written work. Please indicate your preference on the application form

INSTRUCTOR BIO:

Meredith Noah, a New Jersey native, has been teaching AP^® European History since 1999. She received her B.A. in History at Ramapo College of New Jersey, where she also became an accredited Social Studies teacher for grades 6-12. Ms. Noah earned her M.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in European History from Rutgers University and has 30 additional graduate credits in Educational Technology from Colorado State University. 

Ms. Noah is a very involved participant in the AP^® community. She has been an AP Reader since 2010, scoring thousands of DBQ essays, Long Essay Questions (LEQs) and Short Answer Questions (SAQs). With the experience of being trained by the College Board, Ms. Noah has been able to teach the specific skills needed to write well for the exam, which has resulted in consistently strong scores well above the national average.  Additionally, Ms. Noah is the founder and administrator for the largest secure collaborative community for AP European History teachers online, with over 2,500 active teacher members. She also has led online AP review consortium with other AP Readers for students through Google, YouTube as well as Zoom.

In addition to AP European History, Ms. Noah has taught World Civilizations and American History in the same brick & mortar public school district since the 1998-1999 school year. 

Outside of work, Ms. Noah enjoys traveling {favorite international destinations include Florence, St. Malo (France), Innsbruck (Austria), Copenhagen and Paris}. Looking ahead, she is planning an upcoming school trip to Central Europe (Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria and the Czech Republic) in the summer of 2027. So far, she has been to the following European countries: Italy, France, the United Kingdom (including England, Wales, Scotland), Ireland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Croatia and Slovenia. While Ms. Noah is a great lover of history and European studies, she also loves pop culture, reading, writing, swimming and knitting. Ms. Noah is also a very proud 'pawrent' to Emmy (5 years old) and Daisy (1 year old)

Apply for AP European History HERE