AP Seminar Glossary

alignment

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

argument

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

assumption

A belief regarded as true and often unstated

author

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 affects a prospective

commentary

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