176. Teaching AP Biology, Exam Review, FRQ Prep and MORE With Tiffany of AP Bio Penguins

AP Biology comes with big challenges—pacing, labs, and preparing students for that exam. But today’s guest, Tiffany from AP Bio Penguins, is here to help! Tiffany shares her best strategies for structuring class time, simplifying labs, and making test prep less stressful, all while keeping students engaged. She also reveals her advice for grading smarter (not harder!) and creating free, accessible resources to support all learners. Whether you're a seasoned AP Bio teacher or tackling the course for the first time, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you teach with more confidence. Don't forget to check out the resources linked below, and happy Cinco de Bio! 🎉

➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode176

Resources Mentioned:

• AP Bio Penguins
• 396 Page Review Guide
• AP Bio CED
• AP Bio Penguins Instagram
• AP Bio Penguins YouTube
• Become an AP Reader
• AP Review Notebook
• Blank Files for Review Notebook
• National AP Bio FB Group
• BioInteractive
• Learn.Genetics
• Never Work Harder Than Your Students and Other Principles of Great Teaching, by Robyn R. Jackson
• Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.
• Send me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.science
• Send me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com  
• Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.

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• Episode 125, Teaching AP Biology with Guest Beth Hines
• Episode 98, 5 Tips for Teaching Biochemical Reactions in Your Biology Class
• Episode 34, Teaching Biology - 4 Things NOT to Do
• Episode 15, Teaching Seniors, AP Biology, and MORE with Diana Price
• Mistakes Teachers Make When Teaching Biology

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