Ideas in Argument

Ideas in Argument, Second Edition, is designed to help all students—and teachers—succeed in AP® English Language and Composition courses. It was created to support teachers and guide students as they become stronger analytical readers and persuasive writers. Completely aligned to the 9 units in the AP® English Language and Composition Course and Exam Description Scaffolds the skills across the units in a way that builds students’ confidence and success Includes engaging and inspiring texts that students will love to read, and teachers love to teach Presents rhetorical reading and analytical writing workshops that actually teach the craft of argument—now with more templates and models Builds critical thinking skills and takes students beyond the classroom into real-world arguments Contains organizers, charts, templates, and tips that help students understand and practice the rhetorical skills and concepts that matter most Written in a voice that speaks to students Includes detailed, step-by-step workshops focused on tackling the AP® FRQ prompts in alignment with the AP® Course and Exam Description and Personal Progress Checks Provides test-taking strategies alongside practice multiple-choice questions and AP® FRQ prompts throughout every unit Features a new, full Practice AP® Exam at the back of the book