Coach Hall's AP® Lang Essay Boot Camp
In this 3-week class, students will review synthesis, rhetorical analysis, and argument essays.
Beth Hall - AP Lang Teacher
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(115)
What's included
3 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be given some writing time in class but are encouraged to complete the essays outside of class--roughly 40 minutes per essay.Class Experience
US Grade 10 - 11
This 3-week class is designed to help students prepare for the AP Language and Composition exam. Day 1: Rhetorical Analysis Students will review the rhetorical situation and rhetorical choices by working through a practice prompt. Students will also practice writing a defensible thesis and outlining an essay. Students may write the essay outside of class and submit it for feedback (up to one week after the final class.) Day 2: Synthesis Students will review the expectations of a synthesis essay and will practice creating a "conversation of sources." During class, students will write a defensible thesis and will plan their main points for their essay. Students may write the essay outside of class and submit for feedback (up to one week after the final class.) Day 3: Argument Students will brainstorm specific evidence for a practice prompt. Students will practice writing a defensible thesis and addressing the counterargument effectively. Students may write the essay outside of class and submit for feedback (up to one week after the final class.) Please note that taking this course does not guarantee a specific score on the AP Lang exam. No previous experience is required for this class. This class does not address the multiple choice portion of the exam. Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with The College Board. The College Board does not endorse this class.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to write the 3 types of essays on the AP Lang exam.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
5.0
115reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have taught AP Lang for 5 years and have served as an AP reader. I also post AP Lang tutorial videos under the handle Coach Hall Writes on YouTube.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
75 min
Completed by 16 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 15-17
1-10 learners per class
