AP English Language and Composition
The goal of this course is to build the analytical, rhetorical, and writing skills students need to succeed on the AP English Language and Composition exam, and to thrive in future college-level writing.
Led by an expert instructor, this 20-hour package can be tailored in two ways:
– Full Curriculum Track (Pre-Year Prep Program): A structured 10-session journey that covers all key areas of the exam, including rhetorical analysis, argument, synthesis, and multiple choice.
– Personalized Tutoring Track: A flexible option that focuses on the student’s individual challenges, questions, and areas of improvement, perfect for those who are currently taking AP Lang and want intensive support in specific sections.
Course Breakdown (Full Curriculum Track):
Session 1: Intro to the AP Lang Exam & Rhetoric Basics
Exam structure, scoring, and key expectations
Understanding the rhetorical situation: audience, purpose, context
Introduction to ethos, pathos, and logos
Session 2: Close Reading + Annotation Techniques
Active reading strategies for nonfiction
Annotating for tone, purpose, structure
Practice: analyzing a short passage with guided discussion
Session 3: Rhetorical Analysis Essay – Structure & Strategy
Essay prompt breakdown
Thesis crafting and organization
Writing body paragraphs with evidence and commentary
Session 4: Practice Essay + Instructor Feedback
Timed Rhetorical Analysis Essay
In-session peer and instructor feedback
Refinement strategies
Session 5: Argument Essay – Building a Persuasive Case
Crafting your argument and supporting it with evidence
Using sources from personal knowledge, history, current events
Developing logical flow and tone
Session 6: Practice Argument Essay + Group Review
Full essay practice under time pressure
Peer review and feedback session
Polishing intros and conclusions
Session 7: Synthesis Essay – Working with Sources
Source analysis and annotation
Integrating multiple perspectives into a coherent argument
Avoiding plagiarism and proper attribution
Session 8: Timed Synthesis Essay + Reflection
Full synthesis essay writing session
Strategies for incorporating sources smoothly
Individualized feedback on integration and clarity
Session 9: Multiple-Choice Mastery
Reading comprehension strategies for nonfiction passages
Practice with rhetorical function, tone, inference, and diction questions
Elimination techniques and time management
Session 10: Review + Mock Exam + Success Plan
Mini mock exam: multiple-choice and free-response sections
Score discussion, personal performance analysis
Final tips, take-home study plan, and mindset coaching for exam day
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What Students Will Learn:
How to write powerful, college-level essays with voice and clarity
How to analyze arguments and rhetorical choices effectively
How to manage time and approach each part of the AP exam with confidence
Included:
Practice prompts and real AP materials
Personalized feedback on 3 essays
Custom score projections
Final session report with strengths and areas to focus
