Book description
How the College Board's emphasis on standardized testing has led the AP program astray.Every year, millions of students take Advanced Placement (AP) exams hoping to score enough points to earn college credit and save on their tuition bill. But are they getting a real college education? The College Board says that AP classes and exams make the AP program more accessible and represent a step forward for educational justice. But the program's commitment to standardized testing no longer reflects its original promise of delivering meaningful college-level curriculum to high school students. In Shortchanged, education scholar Annie Abrams uncovers the political and pedagogical traditions that led to the program's development in the 1950s. In revealing the founders' intentions of aligning liberal arts education across high schools and colleges in ways they believed would protect democracy, Abrams questions the collateral damage caused by moving away from this vision. The AP program is the College Board's greatest source of revenue, yet its financial success belies the founding principles it has abandoned. Instead of arguing for a wholesale restoration of the program, Shortchanged considers the nation's contemporary needs. Abrams advocates for broader access to the liberal arts through robust public funding of secondary and higher education and a dismantling of the standardized testing regime. Shortchanged illuminates a better way to offer a quality liberal arts education to high school students while preparing them for college.
ByteBard
This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
DreamDiver
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HOV
ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session.
360
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnβt dislike it, but I also didnβt feel strongly about it one way or another. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Jester
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RZRWRE
ListenBook is a game-changer β it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met. ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Corny
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Knock Out Star
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BloodEater
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Subzero Taffy
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CZR
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver!
D-Hog-Day
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Steel
CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Spit Turanga
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Moon Radar
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Sokol
Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
CuriousCoder
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Bug Blitz
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Whipsaw
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Force
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience