(This essay counts for a score of “9” already listed for you on PupilPath.)
Read the following statement carefully:
“Taking AP English Language and Composition is a worthwhile experience as it can cultivate in students powerful skills and abilities that permit them to think bilaterally, read deeply, and write efficaciously.” -Mr. Alper
Consider this quotation on AP English Language by Mr. Alper. Then, in a well-written essay, defend, challenge, or qualify Alper's assertion on how this class assists in fostering a student's cognitive and compositional aptitude.
Use appropriate examples from your reading, experience, or observations to support your argument.
Remember, the more specific and honest
you are, the better this course will be next year.
In your essay, consider whether or not you:
1. ... have grown as a critical writer in this course? Explain using evidence.
2. ... have grown as a critical thinker or critical reader in this course? Explain using evidence.
3. ... think this course has prepared you for college regardless of your grade or your score on the AP exam? Explain using evidence.
Also: As your teacher, how has Mr. Alper helped you to be an active learner (if at all)?
What are two things Mr. Alper should do differently?