Unit 1 Learning to be E Writing 教学设计-2024-2025学年沪外教版七年级英语下册

Unit 1 E Writing 教学设计

I. Teaching Objectives

Guide students to master the structure of a letter to their future self, including writing a clear topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding thought.

Develop students’ ability to organize ideas about future goals, hopes, and self - growth, and express them coherently in a letter format.

Enhance students’ awareness of self - reflection and goal - setting, using writing as a tool to visualize and plan for their future.

II. Language Knowledge

1. Key words & phrases

Future - related: future self, dream, goal, hope, become, make a difference

Letter structure: topic sentence, supporting details, concluding sentence

Self - reflection: shape my dream, get closer to my dream, make this dream come true

2. Key sentences

Topic sentence example: My love of science and helping others is shaping my dream of becoming a doctor.

Supporting details: Biology is my favourite subject at school, and I have a great interest in learning about how our bodies work. Also, the experience of helping out at the community centre shows me the joy of caring for others.

Concluding thought: I really hope that you, my future self, will make this dream come true. Keep doing your best!

3. Key and challenging points

Writing a clear topic sentence that states the letter’s main idea (e.g., a future goal or dream).

Developing supporting details to explain how the writer plans to achieve the goal or why the dream matters.

Structuring a letter with an introduction, body (topic + details), and conclusion.

III. Teaching Procedures

Step 1: Lead - in (5 minutes)

Ask students: “If you could write a letter to your future self in 10 years, what would you want to say? What questions would you ask?” Invite 2–3 students to share ideas, sparking interest in the writing task.

Introduce the lesson: “Today, we’ll learn to write a letter to your future self, focusing on clear topic sentences and organized details.”

Step 2: Analyze the Model Letter (12 minutes)

Task 1: Identify the Topic Sentence

Show the model letter and explain: “A topic sentence tells the reader the main idea of the letter. Let’s find it!”

Have students read the model letter and complete Task 1 (tick the topic sentence). Discuss answers: “e. My love of science and helping others is shaping my dream of becoming a doctor.” Explain why it works: It connects personal interests (love of science, helping others) to a future goal (becoming a doctor).

Task 2: Understand Letter Structure

Present the two picture structures. Ask students: “Which one matches the model letter?” Guide them to see: The model has a topic sentence, supporting details (Biology interest, community centre experience), and a concluding thought (hope the dream comes true). So the first structure (with a concluding sentence) is correct.

Task 3: Write a Topic Sentence

Use the example (“stepping out of your comfort zone”) to explain how to combine topic and main idea into a topic sentence.

Have students practice with the prompt: Topic: change; Main idea: can help you grow. Share answers (e.g., “Change can help you grow by pushing you to learn and become stronger.”).

Step 3: Plan Your Letter (10 minutes)

Step 2: Think & Organize Ideas

Guide students through the planning steps:

Name the topic: What’s your future goal/dream? (e.g., becoming a teacher, traveling the world, starting a business)

State the main idea: Why does this goal matter? How will it shape your future? (e.g., “I want to become a teacher to inspire students and share my love of learning.”)

Write your topic sentence: Combine the topic and main idea (e.g., “My passion for education and inspiring others is leading me to become a teacher.”)

Have students work individually to complete these steps. Walk around to offer ideas and check for clarity.