AP English IV

Course Overview

The AP English Literature and Composition course focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, drama) from various periods. Students engage in close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, and symbolism. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works.

Syllabus

Class Calendar

Required Class Materials

Charged iPad or laptop.
Copies of the text(s) we read.
Pens, pencils, and notebook paper (looseleaf for in-class work, timed writes, etc).

Google Classroom

Westlake High School utilizes the Google Classroom platform to share classroom resources, many assignments, and assessment preparation materials to students. WHS students will receive a classroom code to access these materials, submit assignments, and track any missing work.

Turnitin.com

WHS students will use turnitin.com to submit writing assignments and will receive a classroom code to join our course section. Turnitin.com checks for originality and provides a platform for digital feedback on writing assignments.

Resources for Reading

Students will have a significant amount of choice in what they read this year because of our independent reading program and choice novel study units. There is no official AP Literature book list from College Board, but below are some links to great places to begin browsing books. We will also discuss book recommendations in class throughout the year, and all of our recommendations will be housed in FlipGrid for student reference.

Pulitzer Prize Winning Novels Man Booker Prize Winning Novels

National Book Foundation Good Reads: Popular AP Book Suggestions
Classroom Inventory

WELCOME TO AP LIT!

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