English Literature and Composition AP

ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION, AP:  This course offers a rigorous approach to the study of American literature.  This year-long Advanced Placement course is aligned with College Board guidelines and will prepare students to take the AP English Literature and composition exam in May.  Students will explore the literary perspectives of American culture from colonization to the present, through a variety of intensive reading and writing, as well as creative and critical thinking experiences.  Students should possess a strong interest in literature and be willing to be academically challenged.  Students will read from college level texts and supplemental materials and major literary works including non-fiction, novels, short stories, poems, plays and essays. This course includes group work and group grades will be given as well. 

Full Year                                  

Suggested Prerequisite: At least a B in English 10         

Grade Level 11        

A Core 40 and Academic Honors Course