AP English Literature and Composition Syllabus - Course Expectations and Reading Plan - Ms. Rowan

Sep 20, 2026

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AP English Literature and Composition course syllabus detailing reading, close analysis, and writing expectations for imaginative literature across periods. Includes course description, unit structure by quarter with fiction, poetry, and drama, and a full-length texts plan with weekly schedules and student choice reading. Specifies grading scale and point-based weighting, policies for cheating/plagiarism and late work, technology requirements, homework expectations, materials list, test preparation routines, absence make-up procedures, and citizenship criteria for effort and behavior.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages3

Reading Time8 min

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Course Overview

Units of Study and Reading Plan

Full-Length Texts and Student Choice

Grading Scale and Points

Academic Integrity and Late Work

Homework, Technology, and Materials

Test Preparation and Absences

Citizenship and Classroom Policies

AP Literature and Composition Syllabus Teacher: Ms. Rowan Classroom: C22 E-mail: [rowan.e@monet.k12.ca.us](rowan.e@monet.k12.ca.us) AP Exam Date:TBD May 2026 Course Description: 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 (College Board 2020) . Textbook: Literature and Composition: Essential Voices, Essential Skills for the AP Course Third Edition| ©2022Renee H. Shea; Robin Dissin Aufses; Lawrence Scanlon; Katherine E. Cordes; Carlos Escobar; Carol Jago Units of Study:Each quarter will consist of units covering short fiction, poetry, and full text fiction or drama. Each unit will include at home reading, group discussion, note taking, vocabulary, in-class and take home writing assignments, and multiple choice practice. Full-Length Texts: We will be reading four full length texts as a class. Students will be given a reading schedule organized by week for each unit so they can plan their reading ahead of time for busy weeks. We will be reading at least 4 full length texts as a class as well as a 5th additional text of the student’s choice. Students should expect 30 minutes of reading a night on average, 10-15 pages. Confirmed texts to be read: Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, Never Let Me Goby Kazuo Ishiguro, student choice novel Options: 1984 by George Orwell, Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Method of grading and scale: A= 100-90 , B= 89-80 , C=79-70 , D=69-60 , F= 59-0. Grading: ● Grading will be entirely points based with each assignment ranging anywhere from 10-200 points. ● 10-40 point assignments will typically be in class essays, classwork, and notes ● 50-200 point assignments will be tests, class discussions, projects, and take home essays. Cheating/ Plagiarism: Cheating and/ or plagiarism will not be tolerated. Cutting and pasting, copying a classmate’s work, or using AI including Grammarly are all considered plagiarism. students caught cheating or plagiarizing material will receive a zero for that assignment, will be referred to student supervision, will receive a U for citizenship, and will not be able to make up the assignment. Homework and Late Work: Classwork & homework will be completed on a regular basis. Students will be expected to read at home an average of 30 minutes per night. Reading quizzes will be given regularly, each period will be given different quiz questions. Due dates for class work will be announced in advance, posted on Schoology. Late work will be accepted up to 10 days after the due date but you will lose 5% credit for each day late. Students will be required to turn in assignments on Schoology, AP Classroom, and on paper. Technology: Students will be expected to bring their devices to class every day fully charged. Some classwork and homework will be assigned on Schoology and AP Central and must be completed on the student's device. All exam practice will be done in the same medium in which the exam will be administered. Homework Expectations: My goal for this class is to prepare you not only for the AP Exam, but for college. Therefore, there will be an average of 10-15 pages of reading, approximately 30 minutes per night. Other types of homework will include extended writing assignments, note taking, and prep for in class timed writing and seminar discussion. Materials: For t

FAQs

What does the AP English Literature and Composition course focus on?

Students read and analyze imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, drama) using close reading, critical interpretation, and attention to structure, style, themes, figurative language, imagery, and symbolism. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays.

How are reading and full-length texts organized throughout the year?

Each quarter includes units covering short fiction, poetry, and full-length fiction or drama, with at-home reading, discussion, notes, vocabulary, and writing. The class reads four full-length texts and also includes a weekly organized schedule; students may choose an additional fifth text.

What are the late work, cheating/plagiarism, and make-up policies?

Late work is accepted up to 10 days after the due date with a 5% credit loss per day. Cheating/plagiarism is not tolerated; using AI tools including Grammarly is considered plagiarism and results in a zero and further consequences. Missed assignments, tests, and quizzes from excused absences have two school days to complete, with make-ups scheduled before or after school by appointment.

Sep 20, 2026

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