(
课件网) Bridging Cultures Unit 2 Using language — Reading for writing Lead-in Reading the passages Writing after reading Lead-in PART 1 These years, more and more students are choosing to . study abroad Is studying abroad a good idea or not Why Now watch a video clip and take notes of the advantages of studying abroad. increase self-confidence stand out from the crowd increase adaptability make friends from around the world Can you list the advantages of studying abroad according to the video come across “culture shock” suffer from homesickness have great economic pressure Can you think of some disadvantages Reading the passages PART 2 Pre-reading A local newspaper has invited parents to share their opinions about studying abroad. Now, let’s read the letters to get more information. Read for text type The two letters are both _____ letters. argumentative Thinking：What is the text type of the two letters Letter 1: Letter 2: Wang Li (mother of twin girls) Zhang Yi (father of one boy) What topic are they talking about Is studying adroad a good or bad idea Read for the structure How do you work out Signposts (标识性语言) Logical words ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Start with a fact or question State an opinion Give supporting reasons and evidence State a conclusion Read for details Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions. 1. What is Wang Li’s point 2. How does Wang Li develop her point Read for details Paragraph 1: In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad. Although studying abroad can bring great benefits, I think the disadvantages for young people are greater. Para.1 Introduction Start with a fact State an opinion 1. What is Wang Li’s point 2. How does Wang Li develop her point Read for details Paragraph 2: To begin with, many students who study abroad face great economic pressure. That means studying abroad is just not possible for everyone. Tuition fees and living expenses are much more expensive than at home and could end up costing most families an arm and a leg. Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money. Para.2 Body Reason 1 Evidence 1. What is Wang Li’s point 2. How does Wang Li develop her point Read for details Paragraph 3: Another important factor to consider is the tremendous pressure that comes with studying abroad. Students must learn how to live in an unfamiliar environment … Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Other students are not mature enough … and may become depressed. Some students might encounter problems with personal safety. In addition, different approaches to teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students. Para.3 Body Reason 2 Evidence students some other students some students In addition 1. What is Wang Li’s point 2. How does Wang Li develop her point Read for detail ... ...
