AP Research – Steven Jolliffe

This session: AP Research – with Steven Jolliffe is offered ONLINE during Week 1: June 15-18, 2026.

Meet your APSI Consultant for AP Research

Steve Jolliffe is the Dean of Faculty and a member of the English Department at St. Johnsbury Academy in Vermont. He has taught AP Seminar and AP Research since their first operational years and has witnessed the transformative impact of the AP Capstone program on both students and institutions. In addition to his work with Capstone, he teaches AP English Literature and AP English Language. He has extensive experience integrating AP Literature and AP Research, which are taught concurrently at his school.

For the past ten years, Steve has served as an AP Research consultant, supporting teachers nationwide in implementing the course and improving student outcomes. He has also contributed to the AP program beyond the classroom as a member of the AP Research Development Committee, where he collaborated on refining curriculum and assessment tools and analyzing trends in student performance. Additionally, he has served as a Question Leader at the AP Reading, leading teams of educators in consistently applying scoring standards. These experiences give him valuable insights into AP Research.

An avid cyclist, Nordic skier, and hiker, Steve enjoys spending his free time outdoors with his family.

APSI Course Description

This workshop offers a thorough introduction to AP Research, the second course in the AP Capstone™ program, aimed at equipping new instructors with the necessary knowledge and tools for successful implementation. Participants will review the course framework, performance tasks, and assessment criteria while exploring strategies to guide students through the research process — from formulating research questions and conducting scholarly inquiry to writing the academic paper and delivering the final presentation. Through examples, discussion, and resource sharing, teachers will leave ready to foster rigorous, student-driven research in their classrooms.

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