(
课件网) Using Language Bridging Cultures Unit2 After this lesson, you will be able to 1.Understand the opinions and reasons of two parents about studying abroad and the reasons. 2. Analyze the structure and language feature of an argumentative letter. 3. Employ some connectors and sentence patterns to write your own argumentative article on studying abroad. 2 Learning Objectives Now watch a video clip and take notes of the advantages of studying abroad. increase self-confidence stand out from the crowd gain more employment opportunities gain a better global awareness increase adaptability make friends from around the world Can you list the advantages of studying abroad according to the video Can you think of some disadvantages A local newspaper has invited parents to share their opinions about studying abroad. Now, let’s read the letters to get more information. Lead-in 1.Read for the gist What topic are they talking about What is the text type of the two letters Is studying abroad a good or bad idea A: narrative / n r t v/ 记叙文 B: expository writing 说明文 C: argumentative essay 议论文 D: practical writing 应用文 Fast-reading Read for the structure. Start with a fact or question State an opinion Give supporting reasons and evidence State a conclusion Fast-reading work out the structure. ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑤ ① ② ③ ④ A B C Fast-reading Paragraph Argument chain , , Letter 1 (body part） paragraph Letter 2(body part） p1 p2 p3 p4 p5 The disadvantages are greater. The advantages are much greater. great economic pressure personal growth tremendous pressure: great future for young people studying in China chance for cultural exchange good opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland Introducing the topic conclusion Fact: Question: We should consider these factors( disadvantages) This life-changing experience is worthwhile Opinions Reason 1 Reason 2 Reason 3 culture shock & not mature & personal safety & different approaches to learning There has been a dramatic incresse in the ...studying abroad Is studying abroad a good idea or not Thinking:Can you find some words or phrases to help you get the answer connectors(连接词） Point of view: in my opinion; as far as I know; as far as I am concerned personally (speaking) Summary: in short; to sum up; all in all; in conclusion / summary generally speaking Restating: in other words; that is to say that means Listing: to begin with; what is more; besides; moreover; in addition Cause & effect: because; as; so; thus; therefore; as a result Giving examples: for example; for instance; such as Expressing opinions Expressing reasons or evidence To learn more connectors. Letter 1 Letter 2 connectors expressing opinions connectors expressing reasons or evidence in my opinion all in all to begin with so in addition as to sum up that means Read for language feature 1.help the reader understand the point of view lead the reader t ... ...
