AP Language Tutoring
AP Language Tutoring in Sugar Hill
In Sugar Hill, our AP Language Tutoring course is offered primarily to high school juniors as a precursor to AP Literature. Students will engage with topics such as claims and evidence, rhetorical situations, style, and organization through writing, reading, and text analysis. This course is particularly beneficial for students aiming to excel on the verbal sections of the SAT and ACT. Here’s what you’ll explore:
- Core Language Concepts: The course covers essential language concepts including:
- Understanding and constructing strong claims, and identifying, evaluating, and incorporating evidence
- Analyzing components of the rhetorical situation (speaker, audience, purpose, context) and how they interact
- Exploring elements of style (tone, diction, syntax) and their impact on meaning and persuasion
- Principles of logical reasoning and argumentation, and organizing essays for clarity and impact
- Analytical Skills: Emphasis is placed on developing skills to read critically, analyze texts, and articulate insights effectively through both written and verbal communication.
- Preparation for Advanced Studies and Tests: The curriculum is meticulously structured to prepare students for more complex topics in language and literature, and to support academic success in future courses and standardized tests like the SAT and ACT.
AP Language Tutoring Curriculum
Hey there! Are you ready to dive into our AP Language course at Gwinnett Math Tutoring? This course is designed to enhance your understanding of language and prepare you for the AP Language exam. Here’s what you’ll be learning:
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Topic 1 – Introduction to AP Language
- Course overview and expectations
- Importance for college readiness and standardized tests (SAT, ACT)
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Topic 2 – Claims and Evidence
- Understanding and constructing strong claims
- Identifying, evaluating, and incorporating evidence
- Differentiating between types of evidence (anecdotal, statistical, testimonial)
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Topic 3 – Rhetorical Situation
- Components of the rhetorical situation (speaker, audience, purpose, context)
- Analyzing how these elements interact and influence texts
- Applying this understanding to both reading and writing
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Topic 4 – Style
- Exploring elements of style (tone, diction, syntax)
- Analyzing the impact of stylistic choices on meaning and persuasion
- Mimicking styles in writing exercises
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Topic 5 – Reasoning and Organization
- Principles of logical reasoning and argumentation
- Organizing essays for clarity and impact
- Ensuring coherence and cohesion in writing
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Topic 6 – Reading and Analyzing Texts
- Close reading techniques for deeper understanding
- Annotating texts to track and analyze key ideas and arguments
- Critical analysis of both literary and non-literary texts
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Topic 7 – Writing Skills Development
- Crafting effective thesis statements and topic sentences
- Developing coherent and well-supported paragraphs
- Writing persuasive, analytical, and synthesis essays
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Topic 8 – Practice with SAT and ACT Verbal Sections
- Strategies for tackling reading comprehension questions
- Practice with SAT/ACT-style passages and questions
- Time management and test-taking techniques
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Topic 9 – Peer Review and Feedback
- Participating in peer review sessions to improve writing
- Giving and receiving constructive feedback
- Revising drafts based on feedback
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Topic 10 – AP Exam Preparation
- Familiarizing with the AP Language exam format
- Practicing with past AP exam prompts and questions
- Developing strategies for timed writing and multiple-choice sections
Each topic includes engaging lectures, plenty of practice problems, group activities, and a quiz to test your understanding. Homework assignments will reinforce what we learn in class, and I’ll be available to provide extra help whenever you need it. For those looking for a greater challenge, there are additional resources to explore.
Are you ready to enhance your language skills and conquer AP Language? Let’s start this journey together and achieve great success!
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