AP Seminar Glossary

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and definitions from the AP Seminar Glossary.

Alignment

Cohesion between the focus of inquiry, the method of collecting information, the process of analysis of information, and the conclusions made to increase understanding of that focus

Argument

A claim or thesis that conveys a perspective developed through line of reasoning and supported by evidence

Assumption

A belief regarded as true and often unstated

Author

The one who creates a work (e.g. article; research; study; foundational, literary, or philosophical text; speech; broadcast, or personal account; artistic work or performance) that conveys a perspective and can be examined

Bias

A personal opinion, belief or value that may influence one's judgment, perspective, or claim

Claim

A statement made about an issue that asserts a perspective

Commentary

Discussion and analysis of evidence in relation to the claim which may identify patterns, describe trends, and/or explain relationships

Complex issue

Issue involving many facets or perspectives that must be understood in order to address it

Concession

Acknowledgment and acceptance of an opposing or different view

Conclusion

Understanding the resulting from the analysis of evidence

Context

The intent, audience, purpose, bias, situatedness, and/or background (larger environment) of a source or reference

Conventions

The stylistic features of writing (e.g. grammar, usage, mechanics)