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AP® English Language Special Focus: Using Sources AP Test PrepAP® English Language Special Focus: Using Sources AP Test Prep
Publisher
College Board
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Grade
10th - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
2 hrs
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Year
2008
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AP® English Language Special Focus: Using Sources

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What is the most effective way to teach scholars how to write a research paper? Educators explore the topic with the AP® English Language and Composition exam resource. The reference material guides teachers in best practices for using sources and teaching research in the Language Arts classroom. The included essays cover a variety of topics, such as writing about visual rhetoric and synthesizing information. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

test preparation, research writing, writing strategies, the writing process, evaluating sources

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Read more about the exam and get sample student responses on the College Board website 
  • Provide ample time for scholars to practice a variety of synthesis questions

Classroom Considerations

  • Professional development workshop resource for teachers

Pros

  • Includes references for follow-up reading
  • Effective organization with sub-headings, pictures, and charts

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1

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