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AP English Language and Composition

AP English Language and Composition focuses on developing students' skills in critical reading and writing.

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AP English Language and Composition

Course Concept

AP English Language and Composition is a college-level course that focuses on developing students' skills in critical reading, analysis, and writing. The course explores various forms of non-fiction texts, such as essays, speeches, articles, and visual media, with an emphasis on rhetorical analysis and effective communication.

AP English Language and Composition not only enhances students' reading and writing skills but also fosters their ability to critically engage with texts and communicate effectively. The course prepares students for college-level reading and writing tasks, and the skills developed in the course are valuable across a range of disciplines and careers.

  • Reading and Analysis: Students learn to critically read and analyze complex texts from a variety of genres. They examine the author's purpose, audience, and rhetorical strategies, as well as the use of evidence and appeals to persuade or inform the reader.
  • Rhetorical Analysis: The course emphasizes the analysis of rhetorical devices and techniques employed by writers to convey their messages effectively. Students study how authors use language, tone, structure, and stylistic elements to engage readers and convey their ideas.
  • Argumentation and Persuasion: Students learn to construct well-reasoned arguments and persuasive essays. They analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of different types of arguments, identify logical fallacies, and develop their own persuasive writing skills.
  • Synthesis of Information: Students engage in synthesizing information from multiple sources to develop well-supported arguments. They learn to integrate and cite evidence from various texts and evaluate the credibility and reliability of sources.
  • Writing Skills: The course focuses on developing students' writing skills in various formats, including essays, rhetorical analyses, and argumentative pieces. Students learn to write with clarity, coherence, and precision, while employing effective rhetorical strategies and organizational techniques.
  • Critical Thinking: AP English Language and Composition cultivates students' critical thinking skills by encouraging them to analyze and evaluate ideas, arguments, and evidence. They learn to question assumptions, consider different perspectives, and form their own informed opinions.
  • Language and Style: Students study the use of language and style in texts, including figurative language, syntax, and diction. They analyze how authors use these elements to convey meaning, create tone, and engage the reader.

AP English Language and Composition

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Syllabus

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COURSE SYLLABUS PDF
1. Getting Acquainted with the Test
  • Structure of the Exam
  • Multiple-Choice Questions
  • Reading Techniques
  • How to Increase Your Reading Power
  • Answering the Questions
  • Essay Questions from Previous AP Exams
  • Sample Synthesis Essay Question
  • Sample Analytical Question
  • Sample Argumentative Question
  • How Essays Are Read and Evaluated
  • Interpreting Essay Scores
  • How to Score the Essays
  • Scoring Your Own Essays
2. Diagnostic Test
  • Introduction
  • Section I
  • Section II
  • Answer Key
  • Answer Explanations to Multiple-Choice Questions
  • Answers to Essay Questions
  • How to Score the Essays
  • Essay Evaluation Worksheet
  • Test Score Worksheet
3. Mastering Multiple-Choice Questions
  • Reading and Rhetoric
  • Writing Questions
  • Sample Passage and Writing Questions
5. Practice Tests
  • Practice Test 1
  • Section I
  • Section II
  • Answer Key
  • Answer Explanations to Multiple-Choice Questions
  • Answers to Essay Questions
  • How to Score the Essays
  • Essay Evaluation Worksheet
  • Test Score Worksheet
  • Practice Test 2
  • Section I
  • Section II
  • Answer Key
  • Answer Explanations to Multiple-Choice Questions
  • Answers to Essay Questions
  • How to Score the Essays
  • Essay Evaluation Worksheet
  • Test Score Worksheet
  • Practice Test 3
  • Section I
  • Section II
  • Answer Key
  • Answer Explanations to Multiple-Choice Questions
  • Answers to Essay Questions
  • How to Score the Essays
  • Essay Evaluation Worksheet
  • Test Score Worksheet
  • Practice Test 4
  • Section I
  • Section II
  • Answer Key
  • Answer Explanations to Multiple-Choice Questions
  • Answers to Essay Questions
  • How to Score the Essays
  • Essay Evaluation Worksheet
  • Test Score Worksheet
AP English Language and Composition - 4. Mastering Essay Questions
  • Steps for Writing the Perfect Essay
  • Writing the Synthesis Essay
  • How to Write a Synthesis Essay
  • Sample Synthesis Essay Question
  • Writing an Analytical Essay
  • Planning Your Analytical Essay
  • Writing an Argumentative Essay
  • Argumentative Essay Topics for Practice
  • Arranging Ideas
  • AP Essay Writing Style
  • Editing and Proofreading Essays
  • Sample Analytical Essays
  • Answer Key to Mini-Workouts

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Our curriculum is written by our tutors and founders based on their years of teaching experience.

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