"The AP English Literature and Composition course aligns with an introductory college-level literary analysis course. The course engages students in the close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they read, students consider a work's structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works."
--College Board AP English Literature and Composition Course Description Overview Statement
Keep the following advice in mind:
- Have a plan and stick to it as closely as possible, do not procrastinate.
- Use course calendars to keep up with readings & plan for assignments.
- Always ask questions--both in class discussions and self-reflectively.
- When you hit a road block don't try to navigate on your own & find yourself frustrated--seek help from peers, teachers, & parents.
- Stay positive...look at the situation for the growth possibilities.
- Eat right, sleep well, & exercise. It WILL improve your mental muscle, too.
Advice, in brief: "It's your attitude, not your aptitude, that determines your altitude!"--unknownWe will conduct much of the course works in a college-level, workshop style, either working through in-depth discussion of a text, or working on writing. You are responsible for keeping up with the reading and writing and following the syllabus posted. The syllabus/calendar will help keep focus and plan for personal growth.