Advanced Placement English Language and Composition

AP English Literature and Composition is a college-level course designed to engage students in reading, analyzing, and interpreting complex literary works from various genres, periods, and cultures. The course focuses on developing skills in literary analysis, critical thinking, and writing. Key Components: Literary Analysis: Students will analyze and interpret novels, plays, poems, and short stories, exploring themes, characters, structure, and literary techniques (e.g., symbolism, irony, figurative language). Reading: A broad range of texts, tailored to your interests, from around the world will be studied, including poetry, fiction, and drama. Writing: Emphasis on writing essays that analyze literature, including argument-driven essays, literary analysis essays, and poetry analysis. The course focuses on clear, coherent writing with well-supported arguments. Critical Thinking: Students will learn to approach texts with a critical lens, exploring deeper meanings, context, and the author's intent. Exam Preparation: The course prepares students for the AP exam, which includes multiple-choice questions on literary works and free-response essays. Major Skills Developed: Understanding and interpreting literary elements Building arguments supported by textual evidence Writing analytically with clarity and precision Engaging in discussions about literature with insight and depth