1、Unit 4 Information TechnologyWriting Workshop Period 1 Lets watch Hermiones Most Sassy Moments and guess the relationship between the movie/book and the author of the text we are going to read.Warm upWarm upBecause the personal profile was written by Happy Hermione,the Internet User who named hersel
2、f after one of the main characters in Harry Potter series.She likes Hermione most because they have a lot in common.Thats why she took the book series for example in order to join the Reading Club.Lets watch Hermiones Most Sassy Moments and guess the relationship between the movie/book and the autho
3、r of the text we are going to read.Warm upWhat is a personal profile?Your personal profile is a short introduction to the skills and experience listed on your resume or CV.Warm upWhat information should be included in a personal profile?Personal Profilenameagehobbiespersonalitieseducationpublication
4、sachievementsskillsWarm upYou are going to write a personal profile to join a reading club/drama club.Discuss what kind of information is needed.ExampleI like watching Shakespeares plays and often imitate the actors lines whenever I have time.Those days Im addicted to“Hamlet”and watched it for sever
5、al times.I began to take part in some drama lessons since three years ago.I was invited to play a role in several school plays ReadingRead the personal profile and find out what key information is included in the personal profile.user name agelocation about me hobbies opinionsreasons of applicationW
6、hat effect does the user name have on the reader?The user name is“Happy Hermione”,which reminds us to associate it with one of the main characters in the Harry Potter series.We may guess that Hermione is the users favorite,which always makes her happy.ReadingCreate your own user name and put it in y
7、our personal profile.User name plays an important role in attracting and impressing followers and readers.Like an avatar,it says a lot about your personality.ReadingRead the profile again and answer the questions.1 What is the profile written for?2 How does Happy Hermione feel about reading?What typ
8、es of books is she interested in reading?3 What reasons does she give for joining the club?4 What expressions are used by Happy Hermione to express her opinions about the first book in the Harry Potter series?Reading1 What is the profile written for?For joining a reading club.2 How does Happy Hermio
9、ne feel about reading?What types of books is she interested in reading?She feels reading is an exciting experience;She enjoys reading books about foreign cultures or imaginary worlds.Reading3 What reasons does she give for joining the club?She has always loved to read.Fantasy and travel books intere
10、st her the most.Its fun to enjoy new books.4 What expressions are used by Happy Hermione to express her opinions about the first book in the Harry Potter series?The expressions she used are“the best”,“the author did an amazing job”.She was intrigued as to what would happen to the characters and she
11、was able to connect to one of the characters as they have a lot in common.Focus on LanguageRead the profile again,picking out the ways to say one likes something and express ones opinions.My favourite is I enjoy I love I like I think I believe/Thats why I believe that In my opinion,Expressing Opinio
12、nsExpressing LikesFocus on LanguageLets explore more ways to say one likes something and express ones opinions.I am crazy/mad about I have great passion for I find it enchanting /delightful to do fascinates me.Expressing Likes Im very fond of Im really into I adore/admire I prefer to do/doing Im a g
13、reat fan of Focus on LanguageExpressing OpinionsAs far as I am concerned,It seems to me that From my point of view,Im of the opinion that I entirely agree with the idea that I consider/regard/view as I dare say that I bet that I have no doubt that Focus on Language Pay attention to the sentence belo
14、w the profile.What should we be aware of when writing a personal profile?Do not put your private information into your profile.For your safety and protection,please click here for our privacy policy.Focus on StructureInformation included in her personal profileUser name AgeLocation(optional)About me
15、Favorite types of books,favorite books Reason for joining the reading club(brief introduction:identity,favorite subjects,hobbies,opinions)WritingTips for Writing a Personal Profile for an Application1.Understand the role of a personal profile for an application.The purpose of a personal profile is t
16、o grab the readers attention as soon as they start reading your resume.Along with your cover letter,its your chance to hold their attention,express your key skills and achievements,and entice the employer or judging committee to want to know more about you.Writing2.Use the first person.Though the th
17、ird person is always an option in a personal profile,using the first person will create a stronger and more direct profile.Your personal profile should be about you and your specific skill set,so using“I”instead of“he”or“she”will create a clear,assertive profile.But this doesnt mean you have to begi
18、n every sentence with“I”.A good personal profile will combine your skills and goals,but not rely on the overuse of“I”.Writing3.Include one key experience,achievement,and contribution.Think about any past experiences,such as a work experience,a school related experience,an award,an internship,etc.tha
19、t you want to highlight.Dont be afraid to brag about your achievement,as this will entice your reader to pay attention to your application.Writing4.State your aim or goal of joining the club.Its important to be clear about what you are working towards in your club and what you hope to gain from the
20、possible position.Make sure your aim or goal relates back to the possible position.This shows you understand what the position is and how it will help you achieve your goal.SpeakingAs the new term begins,you want to join a club(reading club,art/drama/football/basketball/science club)in our school.Yo
21、ure supposed to write a personal profile to apply(for a position in the club).Choose a proper club and talk with your partner about your outlines,the information you want to include in each part.Pair WorkAssignmentWritingBased on the writing task,come up with your own outlines of the personal profile.1 What club do you want to join?2 What do you want to include?3 What information is needed for each part?Goodbye!
