1、人教版 選擇性必修二Period 5 Reading for Writing： write about the argumentative lettersUnit 2 Bridging Cultures1人教版 選擇性必修二Period 5 Reading fo1.To express opinions about studying abroad.2. To learn about the authors writing techniques;3. To learn to use connectors to make the argumentative essay in a logical o

2、rder; 4.To write the argumentative letters.Teaching Aims21.To express opinions about stWhat do you think of studying abroad?In my opinionAs far as I knowPersonallyStep 1 Lead in3What do you think of studyingStep 2 ReadingStudying abroad: Is it a good or bad idea?Read the passage and underline each w

3、riters main points. Then make the reasons for their opinions.4Step 2 ReadingStudying abroad:Studying abroad: Is it a good or bad idea?Wang LiZhang YiMain pointreasonsDisadvantages for youths are greaterAdvantages are much greater.1.Costly tuition fees and living expenses.2.Tremendous pressure3. Stud

4、ying in China has a great future1.Personal growth.2.The increased chance for cultural exchange.3.Provide a great opportunity to contribute to motherland.5Studying abroad: Is it a good Step 3 Analyse the structure opinionreason 1reason 2reason 3conclusionPara1 IntorductonPara2-4 BodyPara 5 SummaryA q

5、uestion/factdetailsdetailsdetailsdetailsdetailsdetails6Step 3 Analyse the structure oUse connectors When you write an argumentative piece, use connecting phrases to lead readers through your process of reading. Good logical connectors will help your audience understand your points clearly.7Use conne

6、ctors When you write Point of view: in my opinion, as far as I know, personally; as far as I am concerned; Summary: In short; to sum up; in conclusion; generally speaking, all in allRestating:In other words, that is to say, that meansConnectors to express opinionsConnectors to express reasons or evi

7、denceListing: to begin with, what is more besides moreover in addition; Cause and effects: Because, as so thus therefore as a result Giving examples:For example for instance such as 8Point of view:Connectors to exAs a result besides for instance that is to say1 Students who want to study abroad must

8、 consider their parents budget. They should think about whether they can afford the costs of studying overseas.2 Studying abroad can put great pressure on young people. They may feel lonely and miss their families.3 Studying abroad will give students a good education. It also helps them to gain a gl

9、obal perspective.4 Global development strategies help to make connections between China and the rest of the world. Young people with language skills and strong cultural awareness are needed.Use the connectors to rewrite the sentences below.9As a result besides for i1 Students who want to study abroa

10、d must consider their parents budget. they should think about whether they can afford the costs of studying overseas.2 Studying abroad can put great pressure on young people. they may feel lonely and miss their families.3 Studying abroad will give students a good education. it also helps them to gai

11、n a global perspective.4 Global development strategies help to make connections betweenChina and the rest of the world. young people with language skills and strong cultural awareness are needed.keysThat is to say, For instance,Besides,As a result, 101 Students who want to study aStep 4:Discuss the

12、following questions.Which parent would you like to side with? And why? I would like to favor the first parent. Because studying abroad is too costly for my family. Additionally, our countrys high education is as good as the foreign education and even much better in some fields. If I am an excellent

13、learner, then I can be further educated in my motherland and attain a good job career in the future.11Step 4:Discuss the following qStep 5 Write a letter to the editor expressing your own opinions about studying abroad.Dear Editor,_Yours,Li Hua12Step 5 Write a letter to the eStep 6 Polishing the passage Exchange your draft with a partner. Use the checklist to help you review your partners draft. Does the writer do a good job of expressing his/her op