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(共26张PPT)
Unit 2 Bridging Cultures
Using Language 2:
Express your opinion on studying abroad
Learning Ojectives
1. Learn some words and expressions about studying abroad
2. Find out the “OREO” structure of an argumentative letter and apply it to write an argumentative essay.
3. Use connectors as well as sentence patterns to make argumentative letter in a logical order.
Lead-in
Q:What do you think of studying abroad
Activity1: Read for Text Type
Read the title and the passage quickly. What is the text type of this passage
A. Narration
B. Expository writing
C. Argumentative letters
Read the title and the passage quickly. What is the text type of this passage
Argumentative letters
Greeting/ Salutation
Body
Close/Complimentary Close
Activity2: Read for Main Idea
Ⅰ. Read the passage quickly and get the general idea of the passage.
1．What’s the main idea of the passage on P20
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2．Read Wang Li’s letter and match the main idea of each paragraph.
Para. 1　 A．Suffering from culture shock.
Para. 2 B．Thinking carefully about studying abroad.
Para. 3 C．More disadvantages than advantages.
Para. 4 D．Great economic pressure.
Para. 5 E．Benefits of studying at home.
The advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad.
3．Read Zhang Yi’s letter and match the main idea of each paragraph.
Para. 1 A．To develop our country.
Para. 2 B．More cultural exchange.
Para. 3 C．Studying abroad is worthwhile.
Para. 4 D．Studying abroad has greater advantages.
Para. 5 E．Studying abroad is personal growth.
Activity3: Read for Structure
Read the passage quickly and work out the structure.
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②
③
④
⑤
①
②
③
④
⑤
Read the passage quickly and work out the structure.
①
②
③
④
⑤
Structure
Signposts (标识性语言)
Logical words
General-Specific-General
Read para. 1 carefully and answer the following question.
Read for Opinions
fact
opinion
question
opinion
great & sudden
What are the writers’ opinions
How does the writers introduce their opinions
Activity4: Read for OREO
Read para. 2 to para. 4 and try to find out the reasons.
Read for Reasons
Letter A Letter B
Para. 2 reason
Para. 3 reason
Para. 4 reason
To begin with, many students who study abroad face great economic pressure.
the tremendous pressure that comes with study abroad
Young people who study in China also have a great future to look forward to
The first advantage of studying abroad is personal growth.
Another advantage is the increased chance for cultural exchange.
contribute to the development of motherland
How does the writers give the evidence
by listing examples
so expensive that sb can’t afford
by showing evidence
Studying in China
by making comparison
Read for evidence
students
some
Other students
Some students
In addition
Chinese students
International
students
How does the writer give the evidence
by listing examples
by listing an example
How does the writer give the evidence
by showing evidence
Read para. 5 carefully and answer the following questions.
Read for Opinions
What are the final opinions of the two writers
What is the function of this paragraph
opinion
opinion
To make a summary of the opinion
Opinion
Reason
Evidence
Opinion
How to write an argumentative letter
a fact/a question
opinion
restate opinion
Reason 1
Evidence
1
Reason 2
Evidence
2
Reason 3
Evidence
3
Letter 1 Letter 2
State an opinion
Give reasons and evidence to support an opinion
State a conclusion
in my opinion
to begin with in addition
therefore thus
for example such as
to sum up all in all
Activity5: Read for Connctors
Read the letters again, then use the connectors to rewrite the sentences below.
More expression
Read the letters again, find out the sentence pattern that we can use to express opinions and views
系表
结构
表语
从句
同位语
从句
Ving作
主语
Another important factor to consider is tremendous pressure
A final point to consider is that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people…
One cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its advantage…
The first advantage of studying abroad is personal growth
Another advantage is the increased chance for cultural exchange
Studying abroad provides a great opportunity
Studying abroad helps to build character and increase people’s….
Activity6: Read for Sentence Pattern
Discuss with your group members
What are some other advantages or disadvantages of studying abroad that were not mentioned in the letters
Writing Task
Express your opinions on studying abroad.
Opinion
Reason
Opinion
Evidence
In my opinion/as far as I’m concerned/ personally speaking
A final point /an important factor to consider is that…
The first/second advantage of studying abroad is…
Studying abroad provides a great opportunity…
One cannot deny the fact that…
To begin with/in addition/what’s more/
in addition/what’s more/therefore
For example/for instance
To sum up/In short/in conclusion
Writing tips
Assessment
Checklist
Do you state your point with a question or a fact
Is your main point clear
Is the body of your letter logical and convincing
Is your conclusion clear
Have you used the connectors
Sample Letter
Dear Editior,
Many people ask the question, “Why study abroad After all, there are many great universities and schools in China that attract great professors both local and foreign.” I think that while this is true, this gets things slightly wrong. The question isn’t that people think the quality of their local university is not adequate, but rather how studying abroad helps and benefits the individuals in their own study and career plans.
By studying abroad, Chinese students get a better understanding of other cultures and countries, and learn to see themselves as global citizens. As a result, they can better understand China’s place in the world and how they can contribute to world peace and development.
In addition, overseas students can learn cross-cultural commnunication skills, which will help them understand how they can participate on the world stage. There are so many places in the world with hurting, needy people. With such skills and knowledge, they can better lend them a helping hand.
Finally, when our students return home, they can share their experience with others. There is a wide open world which they first learn about people from other countires, and their struggles and challenges.
In conclusion, the best way to get is by giving, and the easiest way to be loved is by loving others. I hope everyone will agree that there is a wonderful world out there which can contribute and help, and they can best do this through student exchange.
Best regards,
Liu Ping
question
Reasons and evidence
opinion
Conclusion/Opinion
Summary
Studying abroad increase people’s understanding of cultural diversity while strengthening China and building a shared future.
Homework
In class：
Figure out the structure of an argumentative letter and the connectors.
Learn to write a brief argumentative essay.
After class：
Polish your draft and exchange it with your classmates.
Thank you

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