(共28张PPT)
人教版(2019)选择性必修二
Unit 2 Bridging Cultures
Using Language
Express your opinion on studying abroad
Learning objectives
By the end of this section, you will be able to:
1. learn and understand some new words and phrases, such as strengthen, optimistic and side with;
2. read two letters about studying abroad to find main points and supporting reasons;
3. learn about the feature of the argumentative essay;
4. write a letter to express your opinions on studying abroad.
In recent years, more and more students choose to study abroad. Do you think it’s necessary to study abroad Why or why not
Lead-in
Pre-writing
Dear Editor,
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.
Main point
A local newspaper has invited parents to share their opinions about studying
abroad. Read these two letters and underline each writer’s main points. Then mark the reasons for their opinions.
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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.
Another important factor to consider is the tremendous pressure that comes with studying abroad. Students must learn how to live in an unfamiliar environment with limited language skills. Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Other students are not mature enough to handle the challenges by themselves and may become depressed. Some students might even encounter problems with personal safety. In addition, different approaches to teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students.
Reason 1
Reason 2
A final point to consider is that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people who study in China also have a great future to look forward to! As China has boomed, the educational environment has improved significantly, with many great universities now available. They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country.
To sum up, one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, so when you think about studying abroad, you should consider these many factors.
Kind regards,
Wang Li (mother of twin girls)
Reason 3
Dear Editor,
Is studying abroad a good idea or not There are certainly disadvantages, but in my opinion, the advantages are much greater. As I always tell my son, there are no great difficulties for a person who is brave, optimistic, and willing to work hard!
The first advantage of studying abroad is personal growth. The education you gain and the experiences you have will change you for the better. For example, you will certainly become more independent because you will have to deal with all kinds of difficulties by yourself. Studying abroad also helps you to gain a global perspective and improve your general competence.
Another advantage is the increased chance for cultural exchange. Chinese students can be seen as cultural envoys promoting friendship between nations. International students in China also bring their colourful cultures here. Cooperating with people from diverse cultural backgrounds helps us view the world from different angles and thus gives us more insight into our own culture.
Main point
Reason 1
Reason 2
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Finally, studying abroad provides a great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland. China’s global outlook, with projects such as the Belt and Road Initiative, has helped us make connections across the world. Therefore, China needs more talented young people with a global perspective who are highly competent with languages, have leadership and organisational skills, and have strong cultural awareness. Students who study abroad will develop such skills and abilities, and these in turn will provide them with better career opportunities.
All in all, studying abroad helps to build character and increase people’s understanding of cultural diversity while strengthening China and building a shared future for all. I think this life-changing experience is certainly worthwhile, and I hope my child will study abroad in the future.
Sincerely yours,
Zhang Yi (father of one boy)
Reason 3
Read the letters again and then use the connectors in the box to rewrite the
sentences below.
1. Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents’ budget. They should think about whether they can afford the costs of studying overseas.
as a result besides for instance that is to say
Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents’ budget. That is to say, 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.
Studying abroad can put great pressure on young people. For instance, they may feel lonely and miss their families.
Read the letters again and then use the connectors in the box to rewrite the
sentences below.
3. Studying abroad will give students a good education. It also helps them to gain a global perspective.
as a result besides for instance that is to say
Studying abroad will give students a good education. Besides, it also helps them to gain a global 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.
Global development strategies help to make connections between China and the rest of the world. As a result, young people with language skills
and strong cultural awareness are needed.
1. What are some other advantages or disadvantages of studying abroad that were not mentioned in the letters
Discuss the following questions with your partners.
One disadvantage of studying abroad is that not all students are suited to it. Some students will never gain the needed language ability or may not get the most from an unfamiliar teaching approach. One advantage of studying abroad is the opportunity to meet new lifelong friends from different cultural backgrounds.
2. Which parent would you probably side with Why
I would probably side with Zhang Yi because I think Wang Li’s perspective is too narrow. Yes, there are possible disadvantages with studying abroad, but Chinese students are smart and strong enough to overcome these. Meanwhile, the rewards for studying abroad are much greater than any of the disadvantages.
Analyse the argumentative letters.
Use connectors
When you write an argumentative piece, use connecting phrases to lead readers through your process of reasoning. Good logical connectors will help your audience understand your point of view, whether they agree with you or not!
1. Mark the parts of the argument in the letters.
A. Start with a question or a fact.
B. State an opinion.
C. Give reasons and evidence to support an opinion.
D. State a conclusion.
Para. Argument chain Letter 1 (Body part) Letter 2
(Body part)
1 Introducing the topic Fact: dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad Question: Is studying abroad a good idea or not
Main point The disadvantages are greater. The advantages are much greater.
2 Reason 1 great economic pressure personal growth
3 Reason 2 tremendous pressure: unfamiliar environment, limited language skills, not mature, safety problems, different approaches to teaching and learning chance for cultural exchange
4 Reason 3 great future for young people studying in China great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland
5 Conclusion should consider the disadvantages This life-changing experience is worthwhile.
Analyse the argumentative letters.
2. Underline the connectors in the letters. Then study the words in the boxes below.
Connectors expressing opinion
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
Analyse the argumentative letters.
2. Underline the connectors in the letters. Then study the words in the boxes below.
Connectors expressing reasons or evidence
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
Write a letter to the editor expressing your own opinions about studying abroad.
While-writing
Exchange your letter with your partner. Use the checklist to help each other revise the letter.
Post-writing
Is your main idea clear
Is the body of your letter logical and convincing
Is your conclusion clear
Have you used the connectors
Are there any grammatical errors
Words and Expressions
Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in
new surroundings. (P20)
在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时,有些学生可能会感到吃力,并承受文化冲
击的折磨。
behave /b he v/ vt. 表现 vi. & vt. 表现得体;有礼貌
搭配 behave oneself 守规矩,表现得体 behave well/badly 表现得好/不好
例句
We all have respect for him, for he behaves like a true gentleman.
我们都很尊敬他,因为他的行为像个真正的绅士。
Tom, behave yourself while I’m away. 汤姆,我不在家时你要乖乖的。
拓展
behaviour (=behavior) n. 举止,行为
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Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in
new surroundings. (P20)
在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时,有些学生可能会感到吃力,并承受文化冲
击的折磨。
surroundings /s ra nd z/ n. [pl.] 环境;周围的事物
例句
Happiness comes from your heart, not from your surroundings.
幸福源于你的内心,而不是你周围的事物。
The house is situated in very beautiful surroundings. 那所房子所处的环境非常优美。
拓展 surrounding adj. 周围的;附近的 surround vt. 包围;环绕
be surrounded by/with ... 被……环绕着;周围都是……
例句
China’s rapid progress will bring development opportunities to the surrounding countries.
中国的快速发展将给周边国家带来发展机遇。
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Other students are not mature enough to handle the challenges by themselves and
may become depressed. (P20)
另一些学生则还不够成熟,无法独立应付各种挑战,因而感到苦闷。
depressed /d prest/ adj. 沮丧的;意志消沉的
例句
Jack failed to be admitted to his dream university and felt quite depressed.
杰克没有被他梦想的大学录取,他感到很沮丧。
Taking a positive attitude is better than losing hope and getting depressed.
采取积极的态度比失去希望和变得沮丧更好。
拓展 depress vt. 使沮丧;使忧愁
depression n. 抑郁,沮丧,消沉;萧条期,不景气;抑郁症
depressing adj. 令人沮丧的,令人消沉的(常用来形容事物)
例句
Wet weather always depresses me. 阴雨天总使我心情抑郁。
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... helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further
strengthen our country. (P20)
……助力培养为经济做贡献、进一步增强我国实力的年轻人。
strengthen / stre θn/ vi. & vt. 加强;增强;巩固
例句
Our friendship has steadily strengthened over the years. 我们的友谊逐年加深。
Her position in the party has strengthened in recent weeks.
最近几个星期以来,她在党内的地位有所增强。
The wind strengthened during the night. 夜里风力更大了。
拓展 strength n. 力气,体力;优势
例句
He pushed against the rock with all his strength. 他用全力推那块石头。
It may take a few weeks for you to build up your strength again.
可能需要几个星期你才能恢复体力。
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To sum up, one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, ... (P20)
综上所述,我们无法否认的事实是:留学有其弊端。
deny /d na / vt. 否认;否定;拒绝
搭配 deny (doing) sth. 否认(做)某事 deny+that从句 否认……
It can’t be denied that ...=There is no denying that ... 不可否认……
deny sb. sth.=deny sth. to sb. 拒绝给某人某物
例句
He denied having seen these watches before. 他否认见过这些手表。
He denied that it was his fault. 他否认这是他的过错。
It can’t be denied that we need to devote more resources to this problem.
不可否认,我们必须投入更多的资源来解决这个问题。
There is no denying that Taiwan is a beautiful island.
不可否认,台湾是座美丽的岛屿。
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... there are no great difficulties for a person who is brave, optimistic, and willing to
work hard! (P20)
……对勇敢、乐观、愿意拼搏的人来说,世上无难事!
optimistic / pt m st k/ adj. 乐观的
搭配 be optimistic about/that ... 对……乐观
例句
Nancy is not optimistic about the result of the exam.
南希对考试的结果不乐观。
People who have an optimistic view on life are more likely to live longer.
对生活持乐观态度的人可能更长寿。
拓展
optimism n. 乐观(主义) optimist n. 乐观(主义)者 optimistically adv. 乐观地
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The education you gain and the experiences you have will change you for the better.
(P20) 你获得的教育和拥有的经历将有助于你提升自我。
gain /ɡe n/ vt. 获得;赢得;取得;增加 n. 好处;增加
搭配 gain experience/fame/independence 获得经验/名声/独立
gain one’s respect/trust 赢得某人的尊敬/信任
gain (sth.) from/by ... 从……中受(……)益
例句
He has gained rich experience in teaching these years.
这些年他已获得了丰富的教学经验。
My experience tells me that only when we respect others can we gain others’ respect.
我的经验告诉我,我们只有尊重别人才能赢得别人的尊重。
Who will gain from this decision 谁将从这一决定中受益呢?
Regular exercise helps us prevent weight gain. 定期锻炼有助于我们防止体重增加。
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Which parent would you probably side with (P21)
你会站在父母中哪一边?
side with 支持;站在……的一边
例句
He sided with his brother in the argument. 他在辩论中站在他兄弟这边。
Most of the countries are siding with China in fighting against COVID-19.
在抗击新型冠状病毒肺炎中,大多数国家支持中国。
拓展
take sides 表明立场;表示支持一方 side by side 并排,并肩地
be on sb.’s side 站在某人一边,和某人观点一致
例句
I’m on your side at the point. 在这一点上我站在你这一边。
Despite my friendship with Frank, I tried not to take sides in his argument with his brother. 尽管我和弗兰克是朋友,我却尽量在他们兄弟的争吵中不帮任何一方。
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generally speaking (P21)
一般来说
generally speaking 一般来说
例句
Generally speaking, a good education is regarded as a ticket to success.
一般来说,好的教育被视为通向成功的敲门砖。
拓展
frankly speaking (=to be frank) 坦白地说 strictly speaking 严格说来
honestly speaking (=to be honest) 老实说 personally speaking 就个人而言
exactly speaking (=to be exact) 准确地说
例句
Personally speaking, I don’t think much of the idea.
就个人而言,我认为这个主意不怎么样。
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Polish up your writings with the advice from your partners and your teacher.
Homework