Designed for
Students who are preparing for AP English Literature and Composition exam
Level
All levels
Class format
One-on-one and small group (Max. 7 students/class)
Class Introduction
AP English Literature and Composition Prep course is a class designed to prepare students for the AP English Literature and Composition exam. The course will focus on understanding and evaluating works of fiction, poetry, and drama from various periods and cultures.
The weekly course will focus on the types of questions students will encounter when taking the AP English Literature test, including comprehensive essays, rhetorical analysis essays, and argumentation essays. Students will be taught how to analyze literary texts, and how to write essays that demonstrate their understanding of the texts.
In addition, the course will include a strategy component focused on preparing students for the multiple-choice portion of the AP English Literature exam. The teacher will provide students with strategies and techniques for effectively answering multiple-choice questions related to literature.
Outcome
- Deep understanding and ability to evaluate literature from various periods and cultures
- Familiarity with exam format and content, as well as techniques for answering multiple-choice questions
- Improved critical thinking and analysis skills
- Increased confidence and readiness for the exam
Feedback
Students and their parents will receive brief feedback after each class regarding the student’s general participation in class. Students will also receive feedback on graded assignments via email. At the end of the course, the student will receive a final report card, which thoroughly speaks to their overall participation in the course, including major assignments.
Need to prepare?
To best prepare for this program, we recommend reading:
