<p>Is there a norm for what kind of teachers to ask for reccomendation letters. Should they be from two teachers who teach different subjects that are not related whatsoever. Can they both come from 2 english teachers? (English is my best subject and those teachers know me the best and I took honors classes with both of them) So I am wondering what teachers everyone else asked. I could ask for a Rec from my AP teacher but he does not know me very well, I dont know if colleges want to see recs from your most advanced classes or what..?</p>
<p>I would choose the teacher with whom you have developed a strong rapport. These teachers should not only be able to speak about your academic qualifications, but also your personality traits that make you deserving and ready for college.</p>
<p>In that way, I would chooese the English teachers.</p>
<p>I think college admissions officers value the quality and content of a recommendation more than they consider what subject your chosen teachers teach. Having said that, I personally would not obtain two recommendations from teachers of the same department. That way, I could display that I earned a wide breadth of respect from my teachers in various fields.</p>
<p>I got mine from my Bio/environmental science and my European history teacher. It might help to get them from teachers for different subjects, but I wouldn't advise getting one from a teacher that doesn't know you too well.</p>
<p>You could get teachers from the same subject, but make sure they talk about different aspects of your personality (i.e. it'd be boring to read "boomer2o5 is an amazing writer and would be an amazing kid at ____!" twice). It's a good idea to get teachers from different subjects just to get two different perspectives in the mix. (I got a rec from the only class I received a B in in my entire high school career. I didn't read it, but it must've been interesting enough?)</p>
<p>Don't get a rec from a teacher who doesn't know you well. Generic recs won't contribute anything to your application, so you might as well just get the two English teachers.</p>
<p>What the others have said about getting teachers that know you in a little more depth is true. You should also consider, if you've chosen a major or have a field of interest, getting a teacher from that subject to write a rec. So, if you're interested in being a History major, get a History teacher to do a rec for you.</p>
<p>Mr.Bobo has nailed this, I think. Also important to keep subject area in mind as in last post. Get two academic subject references, preferably from AP or advanced courses if possible. In my view it is not a good idea to have two English teachers, even if these are the two who know you best. You want someone who can talk about your ability in science or math or history, etc. even if it is a narrative of development or improvement. This counts to admissions committees.</p>
<p>I dont think it would necisarily help to get a rec from the subject I want to major in. As i talk to counselors from colleges they have told me to not take classes based on what major i plan to take, but rather more core classes. Anyway I want to major in business and I wont be taking that class until senior year, after I apply to colleges.</p>
<p>My guidance counselor told me to always request a recommendation from an english teacher--not only would they be able to write better than other teachers--generally speaking--but they also may have a stronger understanding of you based on the essays they've read.</p>
<p>But my opinion is go with the teachers that know you best and will present you in the most positive light--and dynamic one to a certain extent. A teacher that better understands the intricacies of your personality and doesn't just see you as an intelligent robot is preferred.</p>