Common Core: 12th Grade English Language Arts

This subject focuses on developing advanced reading, writing, and analytical skills essential for college and career readiness.

Advanced Topics

Synthesizing Multiple Texts and Perspectives

Weaving Ideas Together

Synthesis means combining information from different texts or viewpoints to form a new understanding or argument. This advanced skill deepens your analysis and helps you create original insights.

How to Synthesize

  • Read and annotate multiple sources.
  • Identify connections, agreements, and contradictions.
  • Integrate ideas smoothly into your writing, using your own voice.

Why Synthesis Matters

In college and careers, you’ll often need to bring together diverse perspectives to solve problems or innovate.

Real-World Impact

Synthesis helps you make informed decisions and collaborate with others in complex situations.

Examples

  • Comparing two articles on climate change to write a balanced analysis.

  • Integrating historical sources and literature to explore a theme.

In a Nutshell

Synthesizing texts lets you combine ideas for deeper understanding and stronger arguments.