Knowing which AP to take and why is an intimidating feeling for many high school students. Here at John Champe, two AP classes are offered: one junior year and one senior year. The two teachers of these rigorous courses are Mrs. Winstead and Mrs. Leon, both of which have a passion for writing and reading. So, what is the difference?
The main difference between these classes is that AP lang focuses on non-fiction while AP Lit focuses on fiction. AP language and Composition can spread anywhere from non-fiction novels to even photography where AP Literature focuses more on fictional books, especially American Literature. Mrs. Leon says that she recommends reading and analyzing constantly for her class, because it is a heavy work load. The similarities between the two courses include the exam which is usually taken at the end of the year and the class environment. They are both AP's, after all! If you're still struggling on if these two AP classes are a good fit for you, don't be afraid to find out more through your counselor or asking your current English teacher if they recommend it for you! Check out this article by Halle Edwards to also help distinguish if these classes are right for you: http://blog.prepscholar.com/whats-the-difference-between-ap-literature-and-ap-language
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