Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition

AP English Language and Composition is a college-level course that focuses on developing students' writing, rhetorical analysis, and critical reading skills. The course emphasizes the use of language in various contexts, helping students to analyze and produce written texts effectively. Key Components: Rhetorical Analysis: Students will learn how to analyze and evaluate how authors use language to achieve their purpose, focusing on rhetorical strategies (e.g., ethos, pathos, logos, tone, style). Argumentative Writing: Students will develop skills in constructing clear, persuasive arguments based on evidence. The course emphasizes writing essays that argue a position and respond to different perspectives. Expository Writing: Students will practice writing to inform, explain, or analyze, helping them develop clear and structured essays that convey complex ideas. Synthesis: Students will be asked to combine information from multiple sources to create well-supported arguments, demonstrating their ability to synthesize diverse perspectives. Reading: A variety of texts will be studied, including essays, speeches, articles, and nonfiction works from a range of disciplines. The goal is to explore how different authors use language for different purposes. Research: Students will engage in research practices, learning how to use credible sources and integrate them into their writing appropriately. Major Skills Developed: Analyzing how writers use rhetorical strategies and techniques Writing clear, organized, and persuasive essays Developing and supporting an argument with logical reasoning and evidence Synthesizing ideas from multiple sources to craft well-supported arguments Improving writing style, grammar, and revision skills