1、Unit 2 Bridging CulturesUsing language-Express your opinions on studying abroad To read and understand the two argumentative letters.To learn the structure of an argumentative letter.To be able to express your opinions about studying abroad.5 Write a letter to the editor expressing your own opinions
2、 about whether it is necessary to study abroad.Why or why not?n.编辑编辑A local newspaper has invited parents to share their opinions about studying abroad.Argumentative lettersGenre(体裁体裁):Argumentative lettersConclusion(Para.5)Topic and Statement(Para.1)Body(Para.2-4)supporting ideasThe structure of th
3、e two lettersRead these two letters and underline each writers main points.Then mark the reasons for their opinions.Letter from Wang Li（mother of twin girls）Main pointAlthough studying abroad can bring great benefits,I think the disadvantages for young people are greater.Reasons Great economic press
4、ure.The tremendous pressure that comes with studying abroad.While studying abroad does have potential benefits,young people who study in China also have a great future to look forward to!adj.=great=enormous中心论点：必须清晰明了，不能拖泥带水。中心论点：必须清晰明了，不能拖泥带水。Letter from Zhang Yi(father of one boy)Main pointReasons
5、There are certainly disadvantages,but in my opinion,the advantages are much greater.Personal growth.The increased chance for cultural exchange.It provides a great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland.Read again and find the details to support the writers opinion.opinions ab
6、out studying abroad Main point:the advantages are much greater(1)great economic pressuretuition fees&living expenses(2)pressure coming with studyingculture shock¬ mature&personal safety&different approaches to learning(3)great future in Chinathe boom of China in different aspects(1)personal growt
7、hexperience&global perspective&general competence(2)chance for cultural exchangecultural envoys&bring their colourful cultures&view the world from different angles(3)talent needs in Chinabetter career opportunitiesMain point:the disadvantages for young people are greaterDiscussion1.What are some oth
8、er advantages or disadvantage of studying abroad that were not mentioned in the letters?2.Which parent would you probably side with?Why?支持支持1.What are some other advantages or disadvantage of studying abroad that were not mentioned in the letters?One disadvantage of studying abroad is that not all s
9、tudents 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
10、with?Why?I would probably side with Zhang Yi because I think Wang Lis 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 disa
11、dvantages.Underline the connectors in the letters.n.衔接词衔接词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!adj.合乎逻辑的合乎逻辑的;合情合
12、理的合情合理的n.推理推理 Read the letters again and then use the connectors in the box to rewrite the sentences below.as a result besides for instance that is to say 1.Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents budget.They should think about whether they can afford the costs of studying over
13、seas.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
14、pressure on young people.For instance，they may feel lonely and miss their families.n.预算预算给给很大的压力很大的压力=study abroad出国留学出国留学as a result besides for instance that is to say 3.Studying abroad will give students a good education.It also helps them to gain a global perspective.Studying abroad will give st
15、udents 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 connect
16、ions between China and the rest of the world.As a result,young people with language skills and strong cultural awareness are needed.普通表达普通表达高分表达高分表达Firstly,Secondly,Finally,To begin with,Another important factor to consider is A final point to consider is that The first advantage of is Another advantage is Finally,
