AP Language and Composition 383
This briskly-paced study of American literature is integrated with advanced-level composition. Poetry, drama, novels, short stories, and nonfiction are grouped by themes for inquiry and analysis; writing assignments are varied in purpose, form, and length, and include both literary and personal topics. Research, speech activities, critical viewing, and educational technology also figure prominently in the course design. This course emphasizes skills and content required to perform successfully on the AP exam for this course given in May.