Grade 12 AP
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
COURSE CURRICULUM
COURSE TITLE: AP Literature & Composition
GRADE LEVEL: 12th
CREATION DATE: 2008
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: A. Students will critically read and analyze
literature, including novels, poems, dramatic literature, essays, short stories, and literary
criticism.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.1.11 A-H, 1.2.11 A-C, 1.3.11 A-F
Benchmark/Skills
Reading
1. Students will read independently.
a) Choose appropriate fiction and nonfiction texts in all
content areas.
b) Analyze the structure of texts to determine author’s
purpose.
c) Refine effective reading strategies (skimming,
predicting, close reading, summarizing, etc.) By
identifying, describing, analyzing, evaluating, and
synthesizing ideas to enhance writing.
d) Interpret texts.
Assessment
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Summer Reading
Self-selected Reading
Journal Entries
Reading Quizzes
Oral Presentations and
Interpretations
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
See attachment for complete
list.
Instructional Strategies
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Self-Evaluation
Student-led Lessons
Summarizing
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: A. Students will critically read and analyze
literature, including novels, poems, dramatic literature, essays, short stories, and literary
criticism.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.1.11 A-H, 1.2.11 A-C, 1.3.11 A-F
Benchmark/Skills
Reading
2. Students will practice critical reading
and evaluation of informational writing
and a variety of media.
a) Distinguish between essential and
nonessential elements
b) Establish and use criteria (factual
information, timeliness, tone, author’s
prejudice) for decision-making.
c) Evaluate arguments
d) Evaluate task-appropriate materials
e) Demonstrate understanding
f) Evaluate media material
g) Explain effect of modification of
discourse based on media and
technology
h) Explain differences in purpose based
on presentation materials used
Assessment
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Analytical Essays and papers
Debate
Personal responses
Oral Presentations and
Interpretations
Recitation
Outlines
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
See attachment for complete
list.
Instructional Strategies
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Making Associations and
Connections
Activating prior knowledge
Comparing and Contrasting
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: A. Students will critically read and analyze
literature, including novels, poems, dramatic literature, essays, short stories, and literary
criticism.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.1.11 A-H, 1.2.11 A-C, 1.3.11 A-F
Benchmark/Skills
Reading
3. Students will demonstrate their
ability to read, analyze, and
criticize literature.
a) Analyze the relationships, uses,
and effectiveness of structural
elements
b) Analyze the relationships, uses,
and effectiveness of literary
elements
c) Analyze fiction and nonfiction
from a variety of perspectives
d) Analyze fiction using a variety of
theoretical/critical approaches
Assessment
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Recitation
Group Discussion
Essay Writing and Major Papers
In-Class Reading Tests and Quizzes
In-Class Analytical Essay Writing
Practice AP-Test Essays
Creative Imitations and Parodies
Journal Responses
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
See attachment for
complete list.
Instructional Strategies
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Brainstorming and Reflection
Discussing, Sharing, and
Presenting
Music and Film
Reading Aloud and Performing
Readers’ Theater (A)
Self-selected Reading
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: A. Students will critically read and analyze
literature, including novels, poems, dramatic literature, essays, short stories, and literary
criticism.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.1.11 A-H, 1.2.11 A-C, 1.3.11 A-F
Adaptations/Inclusion
Techniques
Reading
As per student’s IEP
May include:
 Extend time parameters for inclass assessment
 Offer alternative assignments,
modes of reporting, modes of
evaluation
 Give advance notice regarding
future assignments and/or
deadlines
 Extra credit
 Summer reading options (length
and difficulty of literature
research projects)
 Independent reading options
(length and difficulty of literature
research projects)
 Use of theme reader for time
extension, quiet one-on-one
testing, and/or helping lead
smaller group discussions and
individual student conferences
Enrichment
Strategies
May include:
 Extra credit (reading,
projects, movie reviews)
 Oral or dramatic
interpretation/performance
 Film Nights
 Audio/Video
adaptations/projects
 Field trips (museums, plays)
 Additional reading
 Examining other art genres
and making connections
 Guest speakers
 Student-designed activities
 Independent study
 Contests (teacher-generated
and outside agencies)
 Contributions to school
newspaper and literary
magazine
 Self-selected Reading
Remediation
Strategies
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Theme reader to help one-on-one with
writing problems
Teacher/Student conference
After-school support as needed
Mini-lessons on basic skills and test
preparation as needed
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary Connection
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Integrate pertinent historical and
cultural information with novels
read; recognize the sweep of
history’s influences in text
readings. For example,
appreciate The Great Gatsby in
the context of the Roaring
Twenties (B) or The Scarlet
Letter in the context of precolonial times and the resonance
of Puritan values in
contemporary America (A).
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Raise awareness of the
connections between English and
other languages (root words,
vocabulary, and literary terms)

Use art and music as both
prewriting stimulation and
enhancements to literature (Jazz,
American art movement).
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Students will practice persuasive and
informational writing in response to literature and in preparation for the Advanced
Placement exam. Students will practice research techniques and write a major research
paper (A). Students will also experiment with personal and creative writing and continue
to refine their mastery of a variety of writing strategies and conventions.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.4.11 A-E, 1.5.11 A-G
Benchmark/Skills
Writing
1. Students will continue to practice and refine
persuasive and informational writing connected to
literature.
a) Organize thoughts and ideas using varying models
b) Plan and/or brainstorm prior to writing
c) Follow models to facilitate practice
d) Practice self and peer editing
e) Utilize correct forms of writing types
f) Use a variety of structures in writing
g) Use precise language and detail
h) Use text citations to support ideas
i) Use correct quotation marks, parentheses,
punctuation with citations
j) Synthesize ideas from written material in both formal
and informal essays
Assessment
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Analytical Essays
Research Paper
Student-Teacher
Conferences
Journal Responses (A)
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
See attachment for complete
list.
Instructional Strategies
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Brainstorming and
Questioning
Comparing and
Contrasting
Peer-Editing and Revising
Teacher Instruction and
Lecture
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Students will practice persuasive and
informational writing in response to literature and in preparation for the Advanced
Placement exam. Students will practice research techniques and write a major research
paper (A). Students will also experiment with personal and creative writing and continue to
refine their mastery of a variety of writing strategies and conventions.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.4.11 A-E, 1.5.11 A-G
Benchmark/Skills
Writing
2. Students will practice personal,
descriptive, and narrative writing.
a) Organize thoughts using model
b) Plan and/or brainstorm prior to writing
c) Follow models to facilitate practice
d) Write using standard conventions
e) Practice revising and editing
f) Use varying writing structures
g) Demonstrate logical thinking and clear
expression
h) Use precise language, details, and
formats
i) Use clarity in writing
j) Use conventions of mechanics,
grammar and usage correctly
Assessment
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Creative Imitation and Parody
Personal Reflection and Journal
Writing
Creative Writing (Poetry, Play,
Satire)
Short Story and Screenplay Writing
(B)
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
See attachment for complete
list.
Instructional Strategies
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Student Models
Models from Literature
Teacher Instruction and Lecture
Practice, Revise, Edit
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Students will practice persuasive and
informational writing in response to literature and in preparation for the Advanced
Placement exam. Students will practice research techniques and write a major research
paper (A). Students will also experiment with personal and creative writing and continue
to refine their mastery of a variety of writing strategies and conventions.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.4.11 A-E, 1.5.11 A-G
Benchmark/Skills
Writing
3. Students will master mechanics and
conventions of writing.
a) Use complete sentences
b) Follow grammar rules
c) Use controlled and/or subtle
organizational techniques (logical
order, effective structure elements)
d) Use correct spelling
e) Revise and rewrite
f) Edit writing using the conventions of
language
g) Write with a command of the stylistic
aspects of composition (precise and
effective language)
Assessment
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All written work
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
See attachment for complete list.
Instructional Strategies
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Sample Student Models
Peer-Editing and Revising
In-Class Teacher Instruction
and Demonstration
In-Class Practice
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Students will practice persuasive and
informational writing in response to literature and in preparation for the Advanced
Placement exam. Students will practice research techniques and write a major research
paper (A). Students will also experiment with personal and creative writing and continue to
refine their mastery of a variety of writing strategies and conventions.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.4.11 A-E, 1.5.11 A-G
Adaptations/Inclusion
Techniques
Writing
As per student’s IEP
May include:
 Extend time parameters for in-class
assessment
 Offer alternative assignments, modes of
reporting, modes of evaluation
 Give advance notice regarding future
assignments and/or deadlines
 Extra credit
 Summer reading options (length and
difficulty of literature research projects)
 Independent reading options (length
and difficulty of literature research
projects)
 Use of theme reader for time extension,
quiet one-on-one testing, and/or
helping lead smaller group discussions
and individual student conferences
Enrichment
Strategies
May include:
 Extra credit (reading, projects,
movie reviews)
 Oral or dramatic
interpretation/performance
 Film Nights
 Audio/Video adaptations/projects
 Field trips (museums, plays)
 Additional reading
 Examining other art genres and
making connections
 Guest speakers
 Student-designed activities
 Independent study
 Contests (teacher-generated and
outside agencies)
 Contributions to school newspaper
and literary magazine
 Self-selected Reading
Remediation
Strategies
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Theme reader to help
one-on-one with writing
problems
Teacher/Student
conference
After-school support as
needed
Mini-lessons on basic
skills and test
preparation as needed
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary Connection
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Integrate pertinent historical and
cultural information with novels
read; recognize the sweep of
history’s influences in text
readings. For example,
appreciate The Great Gatsby in
the context of the Roaring
Twenties (B) or The Scarlet
Letter in the context of precolonial times and the resonance
of Puritan values in
contemporary America (A).

Raise awareness of the
connections between English and
other languages (root words,
vocabulary, and literary terms)

Use art and music as both
prewriting stimulation and
enhancements to literature (Jazz,
American art movement).
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: C. Students will continue to develop appropriate
and effective interactive skills in listening, discussion, and presentation.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.6.11 A-F, 1.7.11 A-C
Benchmark/Skills
Speaking and Listening
1. Students will practice speaking
and listening
a) Participate in large and small
group discussion
b) Share writing orally, both in
formal and informal settings
c) Take notes from discussions,
lectures, and media
presentations
d) Ask relevant questions (of
teachers and classmates)
e) Initiate discussion
f) Summarize others' points
Assessment
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Oral Presentations
Group and All-Class
Discussion
Recitation
In-Class Reading (Aloud)
Acting
Readers’ Theater (A)
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
See attachment for complete list.
Instructional Strategies
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Modeling
Teacher Instruction and
Demonstration
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: C. Students will continue to develop appropriate
and effective interactive skills in listening, discussion, and presentation.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.6.11 A-F, 1.7.11 A-C
Adaptations/Inclusion
Techniques
Speaking and Listening
As per student’s IEP
May include:
 Extend time parameters for in-class
assessment
 Offer alternative assignments, modes of
reporting, modes of evaluation
 Give advance notice regarding future
assignments and/or deadlines
 Extra credit
 Summer reading options (length and
difficulty of literature research projects)
 Independent reading options (length
and difficulty of literature research
projects)
 Use of theme reader for time extension,
quiet one-on-one testing, and/or
helping lead smaller group discussions
and individual student conferences
Enrichment
Strategies
May include:
 Extra credit (reading, projects,
movie reviews)
 Oral or dramatic
interpretation/performance
 Film Nights
 Audio/Video adaptations/projects
 Field trips (museums, plays)
 Additional reading
 Examining other art genres and
making connections
 Guest speakers
 Student-designed activities
 Independent study
 Contests (teacher-generated and
outside agencies)
 Contributions to school newspaper
and literary magazine
 Self-selected Reading
Remediation
Strategies




Theme reader to help
one-on-one with writing
problems
Teacher/Student
conference
After-school support as
needed
Mini-lessons on basic
skills and test
preparation as needed
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary Connection

Integrate pertinent historical and
cultural information with novels
read; recognize the sweep of
history’s influences in text
readings. For example,
appreciate The Great Gatsby in
the context of the Roaring
Twenties (B) or The Scarlet
Letter in the context of precolonial times and the resonance
of Puritan values in
contemporary America (A).

Raise awareness of the
connections between English and
other languages (root words,
vocabulary, and literary terms)

Use art and music as both
prewriting stimulation and
enhancements to literature (Jazz,
American art movement).
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: D. Students will improve their research skills,
including location of primary and secondary sources, organization, and presentation of
appropriate information (A).
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.8.11 all
Benchmark/Skills
Research
1. Students will use and master
required research skills
a) Select topics from among those
offered or applicable
b) Practice development of information
seeking strategies
c) Access information using a variety
of formats
d) Search for information effectively
and efficiently
e) Differentiate between authoritative
and non-authoritative sources
f) Critically examine findings
g) Take notes
h) Organize thoughts and materials
i) Cite correctly, according to RTM
Usage Guide
j) Create a bibliography works cited
page according to RTM Usage
Guide
k) Organize paper according to RTM
Usage Guide
Assessment
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Analytical Essays
Major Research Paper (A)
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
Instructional Strategies
See attachment for complete list.
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Samples and Models
Teacher Instruction (MLA
Guide and Library) and
Demonstration
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: D. Students will improve their research skills,
including location of primary and secondary sources, organization, and presentation of
appropriate information (A).
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards: 1.8.11 all
Adaptations/Inclusion
Techniques
Research
As per student’s IEP
May include:
 Extend time parameters for in-class
assessment
 Offer alternative assignments,
modes of reporting, modes of
evaluation
 Give advance notice regarding
future assignments and/or
deadlines
 Extra credit
 Summer reading options (length
and difficulty of literature research
projects)
 Independent reading options
(length and difficulty of literature
research projects)
 Use of theme reader for time
extension, quiet one-on-one testing,
and/or helping lead smaller group
discussions and individual student
conferences
Enrichment
Strategies
May include:
 Extra credit (reading, projects,
movie reviews)
 Oral or dramatic
interpretation/performance
 Film Nights
 Audio/Video
adaptations/projects
 Field trips (museums, plays)
 Additional reading
 Examining other art genres and
making connections
 Guest speakers
 Student-designed activities
 Independent study
 Contests (teacher-generated and
outside agencies)
 Contributions to school
newspaper and literary
magazine
 Self-selected Reading
Remediation
Strategies




Theme reader to help one-on-one
with writing problems
Teacher/Student conference
After-school support as needed
Mini-lessons on basic skills and test
preparation as needed
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary Connection

Integrate pertinent historical
and cultural information
with novels read; recognize
the sweep of history’s
influences in text readings.
For example, appreciate The
Great Gatsby in the context
of the Roaring Twenties (B)
or The Scarlet Letter in the
context of pre-colonial times
and the resonance of Puritan
values in contemporary
America (A).

Raise awareness of the
connections between English
and other languages (root
words, vocabulary, and
literary terms)

Use art and music as both
prewriting stimulation and
enhancements to literature
(Jazz, American art
movement).
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: E. EXAMINATION PREPARATION -Students will review exam structure and strategies for taking each segment of the
Advanced Placement Literature and Composition Exam. AP exam questions will be
incorporated into each unit.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards:
Benchmark/Skills
Examination Preparation
1. Students will prepare for the
Advanced Placement Literature
and Composition Examination
a) Review exam structure
b) Review exam scoring
c) Review exam terminology
d) Practice objective and free
responses
e) Review and practice test taking
strategies
Assessment
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Achievement on AdvancedPlacement Exam (Optional)
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
See attachment for complete list.
Instructional Strategies
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Course Review
Review Prior Tests and
Scoring
Practice
Grade 12 AP
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: E. EXAMINATION PREPARATION -Students will review exam structure and strategies for taking each segment of the
Advanced Placement Literature and Composition Exam. AP exam questions will be
incorporated into each unit.
Approx. Time Allotment:
Standards:
Adaptations/Inclusion
Techniques
Examination Preparation
As per student’s IEP
May include:
 Extend time parameters for
in-class assessment
 Offer alternative assignments,
modes of reporting, modes of
evaluation
 Give advance notice
regarding future assignments
and/or deadlines
 Extra credit
 Summer reading options
(length and difficulty of
literature research projects)
 Independent reading options
(length and difficulty of
literature research projects)
 Use of theme reader for time
extension, quiet one-on-one
testing, and/or helping lead
smaller group discussions and
individual student
conferences
Enrichment
Strategies
May include:
 Extra credit (reading, projects,
movie reviews)
 Oral or dramatic
interpretation/performance
 Film Nights
 Audio/Video
adaptations/projects
 Field trips (museums, plays)
 Additional reading
 Examining other art genres and
making connections
 Guest speakers
 Student-designed activities
 Independent study
 Contests (teacher-generated and
outside agencies)
 Contributions to school
newspaper and literary magazine
 Self-selected Reading
Remediation
Strategies




Theme reader to help one-on-one with
writing problems
Teacher/Student conference
After-school support as needed
Mini-lessons on basic skills and test
preparation as needed
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary Connection

Integrate pertinent historical
and cultural information
with novels read; recognize
the sweep of history’s
influences in text readings.
For example, appreciate The
Great Gatsby in the context
of the Roaring Twenties (B)
or The Scarlet Letter in the
context of pre-colonial times
and the resonance of Puritan
values in contemporary
America (A).

Raise awareness of the
connections between English
and other languages (root
words, vocabulary, and
literary terms)

Use art and music as both
prewriting stimulation and
enhancements to literature
(Jazz, American art
movement).