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Dr. Brandon Abdon
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A Rhetoric of Empathy in AP® Language
While we want argument and rhetoric to develop logically and follow a line of reasoning, we also must recognize that sometimes what others see as...
The concept of a "Line of Reasoning" is not unfamiliar to students, but the terminology and various approaches to developing a line of reasoning may be. This session will explore the foundations of reasoning and lines of reasoning in student writing and provide some approaches to help students better understand and develop the line of reasoning in their writing.
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Sentencing Guidelines: Writing Wrongs
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AP English Multiple Choice—Preparing for the Test without Teaching to the Test
Most AP English teachers recognize that the multiple-choice questions assess skills and essential knowledge in composition and reading, but students...
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Writing for the AP Exam: English Language and Composition
Join Brandon Abdon, Timm Freitas, and Beth Hall as they celebrate their new book–AMSCO's Writing for the AP Exam: English Language and Composition....
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AP® English: Sophistication & Complexity Webinar
While arguments should follow a clear line of reasoning, what people see as logical often depends on their experiences and emotions. That’s why AP...
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Prepping Your Students for the AP® English Exams
It’s a month before the AP exam and you’re freaking out- You're trying to think about what you need to review with your students, what you should ask...
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Bridging the Gap Between AP Lang and AP Lit
Join authors Dr. Brandon Abdon and Becky McFarlan to learn about how to connect learnings from the AP Lang and AP Lit courses. {% video_player...
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Preparing Your Students for the AP Lit Exam
It’s a month before the AP exam and you’re freaking out. You're trying to think about what you need to review with your students, what you should...
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So You’re Teaching AP English Next Year? Start Here.
Congratulations—or maybe condolences? You just found out you are teaching an Advanced Placement® (AP) English class next year. Whether it’s AP...
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25(ish) Days Until the AP Lang Exam: What to do and not to do
Dr. Brandon Abdon is joined by AP Lit expert Susan Barber to discuss last minute strategies for preparing your students for the AP exam.