Unit 2 Bridging Cultures Using language 教学设计（表格式）人教版（2019）选择性必修第二册

Teaching and Learning Design
选择性必修Book2 Unit2 Bridging Cultures
教学设计
Teaching and learning contents: Using Language—Writing
Comprehensive teaching and learning objectives:
By the end of this period, the students will have been able to:
1) Learn about the structure and language features of the two argumentative letters;
2) Learn about how to write an argumentative letter to express your opinions about studying abroad;
3) Practise writing an argumentative letter to express your opinions about studying abroad.
Teaching and learning important points:
1) Learning about the structure and language features of the two texts;
2) Learning about how write an argumentative letter to express your opinions about studying abroad;
3) Practising writing argumentative letter to express your opinions about studying abroad.
Teaching and learning difficult point:
1) Learning about the structure and language features of the two texts;
2) Learning about how write an argumentative letter to express your opinions about studying abroad;
3) Practising writing argumentative letter to express your opinions about studying abroad.
Teaching and learning procedure:
Step 1 Revision and Leading in
Activity 1 Revision and Leading in
1. Review the main content of the text and language items learned in the previous period.
2. Lead in the learning topic of this period and introduce the learning objectives.
Step 2 Learning about the structure and language features of the two letters
Activity 2 Learning about the structure and language features of the two letters
Learn about the structure and language features of the two letters.
1. What is the text type of these two passages
Letters in argumentative writing or argumentative letters.
2. Analyse the structure of argumentative letters.
1) Mark the parts of the argument in the letters.
Part 1 A Start with a question or a fact. + B State an opinion. Part 2 C Give reasons and evidence to support an opinion. Part 3 D State a conclusion.
2) Fill in the blanks:
Parts of the letter The letter by Wang Li The letter by Zhang Yi
Part 1(Para.1) Come straight to the point The ①disadvantages of studying abroad are greater. The ③advantages of studying abroad are much greater.
Part 2(Paras.2-4) Supporting arguments 1. To begin with... 2. Another important factor... 3. A final point... 1. The first advantage... 2. Another advantage... 3. Finally...
Part 3(Para.5) Draw a conclusion One should think about all these disadvantages of studying ②abroad. The life-changing experience of studying abroad is ④worthwhile.
3. Learn about the language features—the use of connecters.
1) Underline the connectors in the letters. And then study the words in the boxes below.
Letters from Wang Li: although, to begin with, that means, in addition, while, as, to sum up, so Letters from Zhang Yi: but, in my opinion, as, for example, because, thus, finally, such as, therefore, all in all, while
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
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
2) Use the connectors in the box to rewrite the sentences below.
Answers: 1. That is to say; 2. For instance; 3. Besides; 4. As a result.
3) Talk about the use of connecters: 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!
Step 3 Writing guidance
Activity 3 Writing guidance—Learning to write an argumentative letter about studying abroad
1. Discuss the following questions with your partner to have your opinion and ideas of studying abroad.
1) What are some other advantages or disadvantages of studying abroad that were not mentioned in the letters
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.
2. Present the writing task. Write an argumentative letter to express your opinions about studying abroad. You can support or contradict the studying abroad or balance the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad, using your opinion and ideas discussed just now and the structure learned above.
3. Read the sample writing for reference and inspiration.
Sample writing:
Dear Editor,
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 communication 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 can contribute to, but only if they first learn about people from other countries, 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 be made better by our presence, but they need to learn how they can contribute and help, and they can best do this through student exchange.
Best regards,
Liu Ping
Step 4 Writing practice
Activity 4 Writing practice
1. Choose a task and practice writing the first draft if time permits.
Task 1: Write an argumentative letter to support or contradict the studying abroad.
Task 2 Write an argumentative letter to balance or compare the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad.
2. (If time permits,) Exchange drafts with a partner and revise each other’s draft.
Step 5 Summary and evaluation
Activity 5 Summary
1. Summarize the main contents of this period briefly by emphasizing how to write an essay to an argumentative letter and use connecters.
2. Encourage the think about and explore more about studying abroad.
Activity 6 Self-evaluation
Guide the students to reflect on their learning of this period by considering the following aspects.
1. How is your writing performance (Good/Fairly good/Moderate/Just so so/Poor)
2. What will you do to improve your writing after class
Homework:
1. Complete the writing and work in pairs to evaluate each other’s writing before handing in the writing.
2. Complete the vocabulary and grammar exercises in Assessing Your Progress.
3. Complete some more exercises in the reference book.