Unit 2 Bridging Cultures Reading for writing 课件-2024-2025学年高中英语人教版（2019）选择性必修第二册

Studying abroad: Is it a good or bad idea? 利 弊 Unit 2 Bridging Cultures Using Language-writing Studying abroad: Is it a good or bad idea? 1 Advantages Disadvantages gain a good education broaden horizons make some foreign friends improve language skills How about the parent's opinions on studying abroad? come across “culture shock” feel homesick have great economic pressure Do you think it’s necessary to study abroad? Why? suffer from psychological stresses 1.Skim the passage and answer ① Where are the two passages from? ② Who are the writers? ③ What topic are they talking about? ④ What is the text type of the two letters? From local newspapers . Two parents: Wang Li and Zhang Yi Is studying abroad a good or bad idea? A: narrative /ˈnærətɪv/ 记叙文 B: expository writing 说明文 C: argumentative essay 议论文 D: practical writing 应用文 Pre-reading 3 2. Skim the passage quickly and work out the structure. How do you work out? Signposts (标识性语言) Connectors (连接词） ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑤ ① ② ③ ④ A B C Read for content The letter by Wang Li Parts Main ideas Part Ⅰ (Para.1) The topic: The disadvantages of studying abroad are 1.__________. Part Ⅱ (Paras.2—4) Reasons for not studying abroad: ·Great 2. _____________ pressure ·Tremendous 3.___________ ·The great 4. _________ for young people studying in China Part Ⅲ (Para.5) Conclusion: You should consider the 5.__________________. greater economic pressure future disadvantages What are the tremendous pressure in para.3? 1. How to live in an unfamiliar environment with limited language skills. 2. Suffer from culture shock. 3. Fail to handle challenges by themselves. 4. Encounter problems with personal safety. 5. Fail to adapt to different approaches to teaching and learning. Read for content The letter by Zhang Yi Parts Main ideas Part Ⅰ (Para.1) The topic: The 6.____________ are much greater. Part Ⅱ (Paras.2—4) Reasons for studying abroad: ·Personal 7.__________ ·The increased chance for 8._________exchange ·A great opportunity to contribute to the 9._________________ of our motherland Part Ⅲ (Para.5) Conclusion: This life-changing experience is 10. _______________. advantages growth cultural development worthwhile STUDYING ABROAD: IS IT A GOOD OR A BAD IDEA ? ___________, (尊敬的编辑) ___________________________________________________________________ ______________________(过去的几十年里,留学人数急剧增长). Although studying  abroad can bring great benefits, I think ____________________________________ __________(对于年轻人来说弊大于利). ____________________________________________________________________ (首先,许多留学生面临着巨大的经济压力).That means studying abroad is just not possible for everyone.Tuition fees and living expenses are much more expensive  than at home and could end up costing most families an arm and a leg. Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money. ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________(需要考虑的另一个重要因素是留学带来的巨大压力). Students  must learn how to live in an unfamiliar environment with limited language skills. Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Other students are not mature enough to handle the  Read and think (text type & organization) there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad Dear Editor Salutation (称呼)  the disadvantages for young people are greater To begin with, many students who study abroad face Another important factor to consider is that comes with studying abroad A fact An opinion Reason 1 Supporting details: explanations Reason 2 Supporting details: explanations In the past few decades,  the tremendous pressure  great economic pressure 7 challenges by themselves and may become depressed. Some students might  even encounter problems with personal safety. In addition, different approaches  to teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students. __________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ (最后要考虑的一点是:尽管留学有诸多潜在的益处,但是在中国读书的年轻人同样未来可期) ! As China is booming, the educational environment has  improved significantly, with many great universities now available. They have  great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people  who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country. To sum up, _______________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ _________________ (我们无法否认的事实是,留学有其弊端,因此都想要海外求学时, 应当考虑上述诸多因素). ___________(谨致问候), _________________________王丽 (一对双胞胎的母亲) A final point to consider is that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people who study in China also  one cannot deny the fact that , so when you think about studying abroad, you should Reason 3 Supporting details: explanations Conclusion Complimentary close (信尾客套语) Signature (署名) Kind regards Wang Li (mother of twin girls) have a great future to look forward to studying abroad has its disadvantages consider these many factors Read and think (text type & organization) 8 ____________(尊敬的编辑)   ___________________________________ (留学是个好主意还是坏主意呢)? There are certainly disadvantages, but in my opinion,_______________________________(利大于弊). As I always tell my son, there are no great difficulties for a person who is brave, optimistic, and willing to work hard !   ___________________________________________________(留学的第一个好处是个人成长). The education you gain and the experiences you have will change  you for the better. For example, you will certainly become more independent  because you will have to deal with all kinds of difficulties by yourself. Studying  abroad also helps you to gain a global perspective and improve your general competence.   __________________________________________________________(留学的另 一个好处就是获得更多文化交流的机会). Chinese students can be seen as cultural envoys promoting friendship between nations. International students in China  also bring their colourful cultures here.Cooperating with people from diverse  cultural backgrounds helps us view the world from different angles and thus  gives us more insight into our own culture. Is studying abroad a good idea or not? The first advantage of studying abroad is  Another advantage is  Salutation (称呼) A Question  the advantages are much  greater An opinion Reason 1 Supporting details: examples Reason 2 Supporting details: explanations Dear Editor, personal growth the increased chance for cultural exchange  Read and think (text type & organization) 9 _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________(最后,留学提供了为祖国发展做出贡献，促进祖国发展的好机会). China's global outlook, with projects such as the Belt and Road  Initiative, has helped us make connections across the world. Therefore, China  needs more talented young people with a global perspective who are highly  competent with languages, have leadership and skills, and have strong cultural  awareness. Students who study abroad will develop such skills and abilities,  and these in turn will provide them with better career opportunities. _________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ __________________ (总而言之,留学有助于塑造品格,增进人们对文化多样性的理解,同时增强中国实力,打造人类命运共同体). I think this lifechanging experience is certainly worthwhile, and I hope my child will study abroad in the future. ______________(此致敬礼) _________________________张毅(一个男孩的父亲) Finally, studying abroad provides a great opportunity to  All in all, studying abroad helps to build character and     while strengthening China and building a  shared future for all Reason 3 Supporting details: examples and explanations Conclusion Complimentary close (信尾客套语) Signature(署名) Sincerely yours, Zhang Yi ( father of one boy) contribute to the  development of our motherland increase people's understanding of cultural diversity Read and think (text type & organization) What is the text type? 10 How to write an argumentative letter? Opinion reason 1 reason 2 reason 3 Conclusion Para1 Introduction Para2-4 Body Para 5 Conclusion Supporting evidence 11 A question/fact STUDYING ABROAD: IS IT A GOOD OR A BAD IDEA ? Dear Editor, In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number  of people studying abroad. ____________( = Though ) studying abroad can bring great benefits, __________( = in my opinion ) the disadvantages for young people are greater. ____________( = Firstly ), many students who study abroad face great economic pressure. ___________( = That is to say ) studying abroad is just  not possible for everyone. Tuition fees and living expenses are much more  expensive than at home and could end up costing most families an arm and a leg. Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money. _______________________(另一个重要因素) to consider is the tremendous pressure that comes with studying abroad. Students must learn how to live  in an unfamiliar environment with limited language skills. Some may struggle  and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Although I think To begin with That means  Another important factor Read and think (connectors) 12 Other students are not mature enough to handle the challenges by themselves and may become depressed. Some students might even encounter problems with personal safety. ____________( = ), different approaches to  teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students.  ______________________(最后要考虑的一点) is that _______ ( = ) studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people who study in China also have a great future to look forward to! As China is booming, the educational environment has improved significantly, with many great universities now  available. They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further  strengthen our country. ____________ ( = ), one cannot deny the fact that studying  abroad has its disadvantages, so when you think about studying abroad,  you should consider these many factors. Kind regards, Wang Li (mother of twin girls) Read and think (connectors) In addition Besides A final point to consider while although To sum up In conclusion 13 Dear Editor,   Is studying abroad a good idea or not? There are certainly disadvantages,  but _____________ ( = ), the advantages are much greater.  As I always tell my son, there are no great difficulties for a person who is brave,  optimistic, and willing to work hard!   _________________ (第一个好处)of studying abroad is personal growth. The  education you gain and the experiences you have will change you for the better.  _____________ ( = ), you will certainly become more independent  because you will have to deal with all kinds of difficulties by yourself. Studying  abroad also helpsyou to gain a global perspective and improve your general competence.   _________________ is the increased chance for cultural exchange. Chinese  students can be seen as cultural envoys promoting friendship between nations. International students in China also bring their colourful cultures here. Cooperating with people from diverse cultural backgrounds helps us view the  world from different angles and thus gives us more insight into our own culture. in my opinion as far as I know The first advantage For example  For instance  Another advantage Read and think (connectors) 14 ________ ( = ), studying abroad provides a great  opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland. China's global outlook, with projects __________ (= for example) the Belt and Road Initiative,  has helped us make connections across the world. _________( = ),  China needs more talented young people with a global perspective who are  highly competent with languages, have leadership and skills, and have strong cultural awareness. Students who study abroad will develop such skills and  abilities, and these in turn will provide them with better career opportunities. ________ ( = ), studying abroad helps to build character and increase people's understanding of cultural diversity while strengthening China and building a shared future for all. I think this lifechanging experience  is certainly worthwhile, and I hope my child will study abroad in the future. Sincerely yours, Zhang Yi ( father of one boy) The last but not least   Finally such as Therefore As a result   All in all To sum up Use linking words: When you write an argumentative piece, use linking words to lead readers through your process of reasoning. Good logical linking words will help your audience understand your point of view, whether they agree with you or not. Read and think (connectors) 15 List out more conncectors with different functions. Expressing opinion Connectors Point of view (观点) in my opinion, I think, Summary (总结) all in all Restating (重述) that is to say Expressing reasons or evidence Connectors Listing (列举) to bigin with, Cause & effect (因果) because Giving examples (举例) for example as far as I know, personally; as far as I am concerned to sum up; in short; in conclusion; in summary; in brief; in other words; that means what's more; besides; moreover; in addition; furthermore; similarly as; so; thus; owing to; due to; thanks to; hence; therefore; as a result for instance; such as, namely; in this case Functions Connectors Comparison (比较) Contrast (对照) Concession (让步) Emphasis (强调) similarly; equally; in comparison in contrast; on the other hand; however; nevertheless; on the contrary; while although; though; after all; in spite of; provided that above all; as a matter of fact; in particular; undoubtedly; absolutely; most importantly List out more conncectors with different functions. Writing 近年来,越来越多的中国人选择出国学习，对此现象你怎么看。 观点 理由 赞同 1.这是学习外语的好机会; 2.有助于了解不同的文化等。 3.离开舒适圈，接受挑战 反对 1.不能独立解决问题麻烦; 2.不习惯陌生的环境; 3.出国费用高等。 注意:1.词数80左右; 2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。 Writing Recently, people have a heated debate about/on sth. Some people argue that..., while others think that... & agree with; be for; be in favor of sth; approve of; support be against; disagree with; Benifits(advantages): promote the development of...; make a difference in...; ...be of great benefit to...; Shortcomings(disadvantages): is harmful to...; lead to bad effects/ serious problems Supporting evidence As far as I am concerned; In my view,... Connectors 19 Writing (beginning) Recently, people have a heated debate about/on studying abroad. Some parents believe that studying abroad is beneficial to their children, while others hold the view that studying at home is better. As far as I am concered, studying abroad has more disadvantages than advantages. & agree with; be for; be in favor of sth; approve of; support be against; disagree with; As far as I am concerned; In my view,... 反对 Writing(body) To begin with, many students who study abroad encourter economic pressure. Tuition fees and living expenses are much more expensive than at home. What’s more, students studying abroad fail to adapt to the unfamiliar enviroment where they can’t handle challenges by themselves. Last but not least, different approaches to teaching and learning come as a shock to many students. Writing(ending) To sum up, one can’t deny the fact that studying abroad has its shortcomings, so think twice when you think about studying abroad. Recently, people have a heated debate about/on studying abroad. Some parents believe that studying abroad is beneficial to their children, while others hold the view that studying at home is better. As far as I am concered, studying abroad has more disadvantages than advantages. To begin with, many students who study abroad encourter economic pressure. Tuition fees and living expenses are much more expensive than at home. What’s more, students studying abroad fail to adapt to the unfamiliar enviroment where they can’t handle challenges by themselves. Last but not least, different approaches to teaching and learning come as a shock to many students. To sum up, one can’t deny the fact that studying abroad has its shortcomings, so think twice when you think about studying abroad. 请你写另一种观点：赞成 Recently, people have a heated debate about/on studying abroad. Some parents believe that studying abroad is beneficial to their children, while others hold the view that studying at home is better. As far as I am concered, studying abroad has more advantages than disadvantages. Recently, people have a heated debate about/on studying abroad. Some parents believe that studying abroad is beneficial to their children, while others hold the view that studying at home is better. As far as I am concered, studying abroad has more advantages than disadvantages. To begin with, exposure to a foreign language setting while we are studying abroad makes learning process interesting and effective. Moreover, bathed in a different culture of a foreign country, we can gain great insights of different cultures around the world. Finally, studying abroad takes us out of our comfort zone and offers us many challenges to change us for the better, which is the most important in my view. All things considered, it is definitely worthwhile to study abroad as an exchange student. $$