1. AP English Language and Composition Wednesday, January 7 th, 2015

2. 2010 Synthesis Prompt: Exemplar Packet In your small groups, complete the following:  Review the prompt, including introductory information  Review the scoring rubric  Read the three sample essays and have a conversation about specific strengths and weaknesses. Focus on: Thesis (answer to the prompt) Use of sources (synthesis =/= summary)  Score the sample essays. This score must be: A whole number 1-9 Supported by specific language from the rubric A consensus score agreed upon by the whole group

3. Picture This! Plan for tomorrow: Advisory schedule  Frontier Research Essay due. Compile packet: Top: assignment sheet Middle: final draft + works cited page Bottom: rough draft & any process work  In-class synthesis timed-write Materials: 2-3 pieces of notebook paper; blue or black ink pen; brain!