AP LANG Unit O

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Course Overview and Expectations

AP Language & Composition

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What is AP Language & Composition?

AP Language and Composition is a college-level course that focuses on developing students' skills in reading, viewing, writing, and critical thinking. Students will read and analyze a variety of texts, including nonfiction essays, speeches, art, political cartoon, graphs, articles, and some fiction. They will also learn to write argumentative essays, rhetorical analyses, and synthesis essays. The course will challenge students to think deeply about language and visual texts and how language is used to persuade and influence audiences.The AP Lang exam consists of two parts:

• Multiple Choice Section | Passage Based | 45 Questions | 60 Minutes | 45% of Exam Score
• Includes 23-25 Reading Questions
• Includes 20-22 Writing Questions

• Free Response Section | 3 Questions | 2 hours 15 minutes | 55% of Exam Score

Threre is a 15 minute reading period followed by 120 minutes to write the three essays.

• Question 1: Synthesis Essay
• Question 2: Rhetorical Analysis
• Question 3: Argument Essay

The AP Lang exam is on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 8:00am

Taking AP Language and Composition can be challenging because it requires you to think critically about a variety of complex texts and to write essays that are well-organized, persuasive, and insightful. However, the rewards of taking this course are many. Not only will you develop your reading, writing, and critical thinking skills, but you will also be better equipped to succeed in college and beyond. To get the most out of this course, it's important to watch all of my instructional videos, to take notes, to thoroughly read all assigned texts, and to complete practice assignments, I will provide you with feedback on your writing and analysis. It's important to be receptive to my feedback and use it to improve your work. Please try to embrace feedback as a learning opportunity. By doing so, you will become a better thinker and writer, and you will be better prepared for the challenges that lie ahead.

AP Lang at a Glance

Set SMART Goals

Participate in group activities

Manage your time

Be aware of hard deadlines

Focus on Self-Paced Learning

Watch instructional videos

Help others

Complete practices

Track your progress

Know when to ask for help

Revise your work

Work on mastery assesment

Practice reflection

Embrace feedback

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The Problem with Perfection

It's understandable to want to avoid making mistakes, but having a fear of making mistakes or not being perfect can hold you back from taking risks and trying new things. Making mistakes is a natural part of the learning process, and it's through our mistakes and oversights that we can grow and improve. It's important to embrace the learning process and humbly accept that there is so much more for your to learn.

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Setting Smart Goals

Smart Goal Example #1: Improve Organization

“I will be more organized when submitting my assignments on time by setting aside one hour per week to note down all my upcoming due dates for the next week.” Specific: The main goal is to submit assignments on time. Measurable: There are clear steps, and one hour per week is an extra time commitment to improve organizational skills. Achievable: One hour is a reasonable amount of time, and will help improve time management skills. Relevant: The steps taken will serve the overall goal and help with personal development and accountability for school work. Time-bound: This goal provides the opportunity for a weekly check-in.

Smart Goal Example #2: Improve Productivity

“I will improve my productivity by using a Pomodoro timer when studying and closing all other tabs on my computer. I will do this every time I study for 2 months.” Specific: Use a Pomodoro timer every time they study. Measurable: Will keep a diary measuring progress. Achievable: Study regularly and this is an add-on to an existing study program to improve productivity during their existing study time. Relevant: Better study productivity can help them learn faster and get better grades. Time-bound: The goal is to persist with the habit for 2 months.

Smart Goal Example #3:

"To expand my knowledge base, I will read X book(s) per month of extracurricular material. I will do this by reading for two hours on the weekends and 30 minutes daily.” Specific: the target of a specific number of books per month is unambiguous. Measurable: it is simple to demonstrate success if the student is able to reach the goal. Achievable: when setting the goal the student can choose the appropriate number of books per month. Relevant: reading is an excellent academic skill that will improve vocabulary and spelling. This will increase overall personal development and contribute to better grades. Time-bound: at the end of the month it is clear whether the objective has been achieved

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