课件28张PPT。Task-based Writing 读写任务型作文
Learning goals:1. To master the basic structure of the task-based writing
2. To learn how to summarize a given passage
3. To know how to use the possible transitional sentences
An example of task-based writingDuring a recent Senior Three English lesson, the teacher caught Xiao Li, a female student, busily typing messages on her cell-phone. To the teacher’s surprise, Xiao Li wasn’t just texting her friends the latest gossip. She was actually blogging about what was being taught in the classroom, sharing her opinions about the information and material with her classmates and other students.
The case aroused a heated discussion among teachers and students city-wide. Miss Li, an English teacher from another nearby school said, “I am amazed at how creative the students can be when writing on their blogs. To me it’s a great way for students to improve their writing skills while writing about personal feelings and experiences.” But other teachers are worried that blog-addiction may interfere with their students’ study.
A supporter and classmate of Xiao Li said, “We love her blog! We all read it each day and can’t wait to see what she writes about next. Her interesting stories and great suggestions on study really help to motivate us. And it adds a little fun to our stressful life.” Another student blogger admitted that he often works late into the night, writing his blog and responding to comments posted there. “Sometimes I don’t even have time to finish my homework. I can’t help myself. I really have a lot to say.”写作内容:
1.概括这篇短文的主要内容,该部分的词数大约30左右。
2.然后以约120词就“中学生博客”的问题进行议论,内容包括:
(1)博客的利与弊;
(2)你对中学生博客的态度;
(3)关于此问题的建议。 Nowadays blogging is more and more popular among the students. Its disadvantage can be seen as follows. For one thing, students blog too frequently may interfere with their study. For another, if they are completely unsupervised, some inappropriate topics may be discussed. However, just as a popular saying goes, every coin has two sides, it also has some advantages. Firstly, when students are blogging about the topics which they are interested in, they will be more motivated to write, thus practicing their writing skills. Secondly, it will give the blog-readers the chance to practice their reading skills. Furthermore, discussions on blog help to develop students’ ability to think independently. For these reasons, I am generally a big supporter of student—blogging. The writing template(Title)
1. Summary
2. Body paragraphs
3. Ending
(analysis & opinion)(about 30 words) A summary is a shortened passage which keeps the important information of the original in your own words but without your opinion. What is a summary?1. How to make a summary?Find key wordsFind key sentencesFind the main ideaBrainstormingThe first sentence of the summaryThe story/passage is mainly about…
The writer/author tells us a story that…
The passage describes/says that ….
From the passage, we know...
The author thinks/ argues…
The author points out that …
…
Tips for summarizing1. Catch the key points
2. Skip the details
3. Avoid using original sentences
4. Avoid adding your own opinionHave a try! It goes without saying that everyone has his own interest. For instance, some people are interested in stamp collecting, while others are fond of fishing. Some people prefer shopping. Others, on the other hand, have a liking for sports.
To develop your interest will help you make way in the world. If you have a strong taste for something, you will find it enjoyable to have it done. For example, if you like to become a teacher and work hard toward this purpose, you will certainly make yourself a successful one. If you cultivate your various kinds of interest properly, you will probably find it easier to find a job or a profession.
Sometimes, however, you have to give up your interest for one thing or another. If your interest seriously interferes(干扰)your work or study, you have to think of giving it up; if you have a family and still have too much interest in watching TV, you have to stop doing so, so that you can help with housework or spend sometime taking care of your lovely child.Para1
Para2
Para3 Is it OK for us to combine these topic sentences to form the summary of the passage?Everyone has his own interest.You have to give up your interest
for one thing or another. 1) Find out the topic sentencesTo develop your interest will help
you make way in the world. 2): Rewrite the sentence in your own words. (用同义词、 同源词或转换句式)
Para.1. everyone has his own interest.everyone has an interest of his ownsucceed替换make wayPara3. you have to give up your interest for one thing or another. for some reason替换for one thing or another”Para2. To develop your interest will help you make way in the world. The author points out that everyone has an interest of his own and developing an interest properly will help you succeed. But on some occasions, your interest has to be given up for some reason.
(35 words)A Possible Version:3): Add some conjunctional words(衔接词) Hi, I am Mike. I just went through my first year of college. The toughest part on me at first was the general adjustment. I went to a very small high school where my mom was a teacher and she did practically everything for me. But at the college I need to know some basic life skills, such as balancing a check-book, laundry, and the things you have to be able to handle that I never thought of in the high school! It was really tough for me at first and I got badly homesick.
Once that first semester was over and I got used to the college life, I love it—good facilities, helpful instructors, and a good library. The student’s Union organizes various parties every week. I also go to cinemas and concerts, and often spend Saturday nights in pubs and clubs.
One thing I think is important is to get yourself active in things. I was on dance team in college and met a ton of people that way—it was so much easier to make friends when you had a common ground.
Have a try: Six elements of a narrative passage Take narrations(记叙文) for example Hi, I am Mike. I just went through my first year of college. The toughest part on me at first was the general adjustment. I went to a very small high school where my mom was a teacher and she did practically everything for me. But at the college I need to know some basic life skills, such as balancing a check-book, laundry, and the things you have to be able to handle that I never thought of in the high school! It was really tough for me at first and I got badly homesick.
Once that first semester was over and I got used to the college life, I love it—good facilities, helpful instructors, and a good library. The student’s Union organizes various parties every week. I also go to cinemas and concerts, and often spend Saturday nights in pubs and clubs.
One thing I think is important is to get yourself active in things. I was on dance team in college and met a ton of people that way—it was so much easier to make friends when you had a common ground.
Have a try: the elements of a narrative passage MikeGet himself active in thingsHis first year of college was tough.He got used to it and loved it at last. ____________________________________
first year of college life. At first he
_______________________, but after
getting active in things for one semester,
he ____________ and______________ .didn’t adjust himself welladapted to itenjoyed himself32The passage describes Mike’s One possible version2. How to write the body?
1). 按要点顺序逐个完成
2). 通过回答要点, 写好主题句再展开
Transitional sentences1. The story also reminds me of an experience of my own …
2. Reading this story brings back my memory about…
3. I do agree with the author…
4. In some way, I agree with …, but…
5. This opinion sounds right but is hardly practical.
6. It is definitely not like that. As a matter of fact, …
3. How to write the ending To sum up,
In conclusion/ to conclude,
All in all,
In a word,
On a personal note,
From my perspective,
From my point of view,
As far as I am concerned/aware
… 读写任务型作文练一练
阅读下面的短文, 然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
A “Gap Year” is a period of time when a student takes a break before going to university. It is often spent travelling or working. It can give young people useful learning experiences and new skills. Gap years are popular with European and Australian students, but remain less popular in America. However, in recent years, more and more American students are preparing for college by taking a gap year. The advantages of taking a gap year are as follows:Learn about the World and Yourself Although you don’t have to go abroad to experience gap years, most gap year students catch the chance to travel abroad. The experiences of different cultures offer you interesting lessons. You can learn more about the world and get to know yourself better.Face Challenges and Have Fun A gap year is not only a time to take a vacation,?but also a time to face challenges. Gap year students usually work, volunteer or take service projects. You have to learn how to get along in the real world. This process isn’t always easy, but it is an important part of growing up. Only in this way can you enjoy life and have fun.Save Money and Improve Your College Admission Chances There’s a common thought that gap years are only for rich students,?but it’ s not true. Actually, taking a gap year can save your money. Gap year students often take a part-time job. Besides, at the end of a gap year, students are much more likely to know what to study in college. Clear learning goals can keep the students working hard instead of wasting time and money playing.[写作内容]
1. 以约30个词概括上文的主要内容;
2. 以约120个词对“休假学年”现象进行议论, 内容包括:
⑴ 休假学年的好处;
⑵ 休假学年的弊端;
⑶ 假如你有休假学年, 你打算做什么?
请说明理由。Homework1.Finish writing the passage
2.More exercises for consolidation