Course Catalog
Section B · EnglishUC Honors · +1.0 GPA AP Exam Preparation
AP English Literature and Composition
UC A-G approved AP English Literature and Composition course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person English Grades 11, 12 10 credits
Section BUC A‑G Requirement
English — 4 years required
Must include frequent writing (brainstorming through final paper) and reading of classic and modern literature. No more than one year of ESL-type courses may count.
UC Honors Designation
AP English Language & Composition and AP English Literature & Composition both earn 1 extra weighted GPA point.
Why This Matters for College Admission
English is the single longest A-G requirement. Building strong writing and reading skills here directly impacts SAT/ACT performance and college essay quality.
What You'll Learn
Read and analyze a wide range of literary and informational texts
Write argumentative, analytical, and narrative essays with strong evidence
Study grammar, syntax, and rhetoric to improve written precision
Engage in Socratic seminars and evidence-based academic discussions
Research and synthesize information from multiple sources
Develop college-essay writing skills and standardized-test verbal strategies
Course Structure
Unit 1Weeks 1–6
Foundations & Core Concepts
- Vocabulary and conceptual framework
- Historical/scientific/mathematical context
- Primary skill development
Unit 2Weeks 7–12
Core Content Development
- Deep dive into central themes
- Evidence analysis and interpretation
- Practice with AP-style free-response
Unit 3Weeks 13–18
Advanced Application
- Complex problem-solving
- Cross-unit synthesis
- Timed AP multiple-choice practice
Unit 4Weeks 19–24
AP Exam Preparation & Capstone
- Full-length practice exams
- Score analysis and targeted review
- Final project or research paper
Curated syllabus · 9 units · 48 videos
AP English Literature and Composition: study order
Nine CED units organized by genre (short fiction, poetry, longer fiction & drama). Marco Learning + CrashCourse Literature + Tom Richey for analysis technique.
Overview
Khan Academy
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Free-Response / Exam
AP English Literature Exam Poetry Analysis Essay: Write Your ThesisMarco Learning
Overview
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Khan Academy
Poetic Devices - Figurative Language - How to Analyze PoemsMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning Channel
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Free-Response / Exam
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AP Exam Preparation
This course is designed to prepare you fully for the College Board AP exam. A score of 3–5 can earn college credit at thousands of universities, potentially saving you tuition on entry-level college courses.
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Extremely Well Qualified
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Well Qualified
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Qualified - Credit Eligible
UC/CSU Honors designation applies to courses with AP scores of 3 or higher. Check your target university's AP credit policy for specific course equivalencies.
Prerequisites & Requirements
Prior coursework in English; strong academic standing recommended
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.