Advanced Math and Science Program (AMSP) ©
"Thousands of geniuses live and die undiscovered - either by themselves or by others."
(Mark Twain)
Advanced Math and Science Program (AMSP©), formerly known as MSOP is an advanced program provided by Accord Institute that motivates and encourages students for academic studies in grades 6-12. Early math and science training by experts ensures early specialization and solid scientist background for students.
AMSP© aims to train student towards prestigious math and science competitions in regional, national and international levels. AMSP©’s condensed training program helps students to develop their critical and analytical thinking skills while providing a challenging environment for them.
Facts: Math, Science Education and Gifted Students in the U.S.
In 2007, National Academies published a report that identifies the urgent need to increase the number of Science and Technology graduates within the next decade. Otherwise, there is a serious risk that the U.S. may soon and irrevocably lose its lead in science and technology. It is strongly recommended to vastly improve K-12 science and math education.
According to reports prepared by National Association for Gifted Children, there are approximately 3 million academically gifted children in grades K-12 in the U.S - approximately 6% of the student population. It is emphasized that gifted students are in need of services or activities not normally provided by the school. Besides, the federal government does not provide funding directly to districts specifically for gifted education. Reports highlight the missed opportunities to identify and serve gifted students in the U.S.
Benefits of AMSP©
- Developing the student interest in Science and Mathematics,
- Giving the ability to use creative problem solving strategies,
- Teaching scientific methodology to students,
- Giving the students self-discipline of studying,
- Providing a solid background on advanced topics through an Accord Institute developed math and computer curriculum,
- Easy and effective tracking of student progress via advanced analysis,
- Immediate support for students weak topics,
- Developing team spirit,
- Easy acceptance from top notch universities,
- Life long advantages of learning analytical thinking,
- Preventing from bad habits by keeping students busy with scientific activities,
- Reducing heavy loads of the teachers with ready-made packages.
AMSP© Package
Accord Institute's AMSP© Package composed of the following components:
- Professional trainings and workshops for AMSP© school team,
- A comprehensive set of documents and materials: placement test, lecture notes, homeworks, quizzes, practice and review tests,
- Online Knowledge Management System to follow-up the student progress, local and global statistics, and reports,
- Throughout the year, nine extensive AMSP© training camps specially designed to improve math and computer science levels of the students and team spirit.
Student Selection Process
Student selection involves the first 3 weeks after the school starts. AMSP© team prepares a special test to measure students’ analytical reasoning, visual perception and understanding skills. At the end of the first week students take the test. Next two weeks, AMSP© teachers observe and evaluate potential AMSP© students identified by that test. At the end of three weeks, AMSP© team determines the students considering the tests, background information, and the feedback received from AMSP© teachers at the school.
AMSP© Camps
In AMSP©, there are eight camps throughout the year; 4 sleepovers, 2 regional camps, general winter and summer camps. All the contents of the camps are designed by AMSP© team. Main goals of the camps are to improve and keep the motivation of the students in math and science as well as healthy development of the gifted students by providing advanced lectures with fun, team games and competition to develop team spirit, guest speakers well-known in the area of math and science competitions, former olympiad students to share their memories and advices, and indoor/outdoor activities for social development.
Testimonials
"The winter camp marked an important turning point in my daughter's development. She was very apprehensive about going to the camp but she returned invigorated, enthusiastic, confident, and notably matured. She made new friends and became closer with her old friends. She learned plenty of math, but I think she learned even more about herself." (Parent)
"Thanks to everyone for providing such a rewarding, enriching, safe and fun camp." (Parent)
"My daughter had a great time at the camp - educationally and socially. The camps really increase her enthusiasm." (Parent)
" My son has been very motivated by guest speakers. Going to MIT become one of his clear goals. Meeting smart kids, and participating fun group activities have improved his social skills." (Parent)
"I'm glad there is a place to go where math is "cool". (Parent)
" She loves MSOP camps, better than just about anything else." (Parent)
"My son loves to go to these fun camps! It teaches him a lot as it helps with other subjects, projects and even fast thinking. The teachers are awesome! Thank you for having my son!!" (Parent)
"I didn't expect that it would be as enjoyable as it was for the kids." (Parent)
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