1、Period 5 Reading for Writing：write about the argumentative lettersUnit 2 Bridging Cultures11.To express opinions about studying abroad.2.To learn about the authors writing techniques;3.To learn to use connectors to make the argumentative essay in a logical order;4.To write the argumentative letters.
2、2 What do you think of studying abroad?In my opinionAs far as I knowPersonally3Studying abroad:Is it a good or bad idea?Read the passage and underline each writers main points.Then make the reasons for their opinions.4Studying abroad:Is it a good or bad idea?Wang LiZhang YiMain pointreasonsDisadvant
3、ages for youths are greaterAdvantages are much greater.1.Costly tuition fees and living expenses.2.Tremendous pressure3.Studying in China has a great future1.Personal growth.2.The increased chance for cultural exchange.3.Provide a great opportunity to contribute to motherland.5Step 3 Analyse the str
4、ucture opinionreason 1reason 2reason 3conclusionPara1 IntorductonPara2-4 BodyPara 5 SummaryA question/factdetailsdetailsdetailsdetailsdetailsdetails6When you write an argumentative piece,use connecting phrases to lead readers through your process of reading.Good logical connectors will help your aud
5、ience understand your points clearly.7Point of view:in my opinion,as far as I know,personally;as far as I am concerned;Summary:In short;to sum up;in conclusion;generally speaking,all in allRestating:In other words,that is to say,that meansConnectors to express opinionsConnectors to express reasons o
6、r evidenceListing:to begin with,what is more besides moreover in addition;Cause and effects:Because,as so thus therefore as a result Giving examples:For example for instance such as 8 As a result besides for instance that is to say1 Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents budge
7、t.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.3 Studying abroad will give students a good education.It also helps them to gain a global perspective.4 Global develo
8、pment strategies help to make connections between China and the rest of the world.Young people with language skills and strong cultural awareness are needed.Use the connectors to rewrite the sentences below.9 1 Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents budget.they should think ab
9、out 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.3 Studying abroad will give students a good education.it also helps them to gain a global perspective.4 Global development strategies help
10、to make connections betweenChina and the rest of the world.young people with language skills and strong cultural awareness are needed.That is to say,For instance,Besides,As a result,10 Discuss the following questions.Which parent would you like to side with?And why?I would like to favor the first pa
11、rent.Because studying abroad is too costly for my family.Additionally,our countrys high education is as good as the foreign education and even much better in some fields.If I am an excellent learner,then I can be further educated in my motherland and attain a good job career in the future.11Step 5 W
12、rite a letter to the editor expressing your own opinions about studying abroad.Dear Editor,_Yours,Li Hua12Step 6 Polishing the passage Exchange your draft with a partner.Use the checklist to help you review your partners draft.Does the writer do a good job of expressing his/her opinion?Does the writer give reasons and evidence to support an opinion?Does the writer state a conclusion?Does the writer write in a logical order?13THANKS1415
