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240 ADVANCED PLACEMENT LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION (H)

Length of Course: Two semesters

Credit Granted:  One-half per semester

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of English III or Advanced Placement Literature and Composition I and II           

Offered To:  Seniors

Advanced Placement Language and Composition is designed for the exceptional student who is capable of accelerated and in-depth study of the language arts, this course provides students with opportunities to write about a variety of subjects and to demonstrate an awareness of audience and purpose.  Students will use mostly nonfiction sources to read for analysis of stylistic and rhetorical devices.  Stylistic development is nurtured by emphasizing a wide ranging vocabulary, a variety of sentence structures, logical organization, and an effective use of rhetoric.  Designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Language and Composition Examination in May, this course will also help students gain familiarity with the types of questions and expectations of the AP program.  College credit may be granted through the college of the student's choice dependent on test score.  Challenging reading, extensive writing, and focused discussion is expected.  Teacher referral is recommended.