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

Reading for Writing Bridging Cultures Unit2 1 Lead in These years, more and more students are choosing to . study abroad Is studying abroad a good idea or not? Why? 2 The two letters are both _______________ letters. argumentative Thinking：What is the text type of the two letters? Before reading ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Read for the structure Main point Reasons and evidence Conclusion Underline key sentence of each letter Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions. How does Wang Li develop her point? Try to draw a mind map of her letter. Read for details Paragraph 1: In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad. Although studying abroad can bring great benefits, I think the disadvantages for young people are greater. Para.1 Introduction Main point 1. What is Wang Li’s point? 2. How does Wang Li develop her point? Read for details Para.2 Body Reason 1 Evidence How does Wang Li develop her point? Read for details Paragraph 2: To begin with, many students who study abroad face great economic pressure. 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. Para.3 Body Reason 2 Evidence How does Wang Li develop her point? Read for details Paragraph 3: Another important factor to consider is the tremendous pressure that comes with studying abroad. Students must learn how to live in an unfamiliar environment … Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Other students are not mature enough … and may become depressed. Some students might encounter problems with personal safety. In addition, different approaches to teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students. Para.4 Body Reason 3 Evidence How does Wang Li develop her point? Read for details Paragraph 4: A final point to consider is that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people who study in China also have a great future to look forward to! As China has boomed, 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. State a conclusion Para.5 Conclusion How does Wang Li develop her point? Read for details Paragraph 5: To sum up, one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, so when you think about studying abroad, you should consider these many factors. Main point Reason Evidence Conclusion According to the summary of letter1, read Letter 2 again and draw a mind map. Study abroad has its disadvantages This life-changing experience is worthwhile. The advantages are much greater. personal growth life changing education and experience more independent global perspective general competence chance for cultural exchange Promote friendship between nations View the world from different angles and gives us more insight into our own culture great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland China needs talented young people with…. Better career opportunities Why studying abroad is not possible for most families? Who may be depressed when studying abroad? Underline the false part and give your reason. Studying abroad is good for individual growth and makes you more independent, because you can promote friendship between nations. 4.Do you think studying abroad is a good idea or not? Why?(40 words) After-reading Why studying abroad is not possible for most families? Because they will face great economic pressure. 2. Who may be depressed when studying abroad? Some students are not mature enough to handle the challenges by themselves and may become depressed 3. Studying abroad is good for individual growth and makes you more independent, because you can promote friendship between nations. According to the passage, you will certainly become more independent because you will have to deal with all kinds of difficulties by yourself. Do you think studying abroad is a good idea or not? Why?(?(40 words) I think studying abroad is a good idea. Firstly, it promotes personal growth like making one more independent and improving competence. Secondly, it offers more chances for cultural exchange, helping us understand different cultures and our own better. Finally, it enables us to develop skills to contribute to the motherland's development and gain better career opportunities. Thanks! 16 Disadvantages for young people are greater Great economic pressure Tuition fee and living expenses Studying in China is more convenient and can save money Tremendous pressure Unfamiliar environment with limited language Not mature Personal safety Different approaches to teaching and learning Great future in China Great universities Great facilities and outstanding professors $$