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Unit 2
Bridging Cultures
Using Language(写作课课件)
Studying Abroad: express an opinion with reasons, evidence and balance
课堂教学课件
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Contents
01 Lead-in
02 Reading for arguments
03 Structure
04 PREL + concession
05 Language building
06 Guided writing
07 Full writing & assessment
08 Homework
Contents
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01. Lead-in
Benefits, challenges and balanced thinking
Lead-in
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Quick judgement
Benefits or challenges?
tuition and living costs
Challenge: pressure on families
better language environment
Benefit: real communication
culture shock
Challenge: loneliness or confusion
global vision
Benefit: different ways of thinking
Lead-in
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02. Reading for arguments
Two letters: positions, reasons and evidence
Lead-in
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Letter positions
Zhang Yi: advantages are much greater
Letter positions
• Wang Li: disadvantages are greater for some students.
• Tone: cautious and concerned
• Focus: cost, pressure and uncertain future employment
Zhang Yi: advantages are much greater
• Tone: supportive and confident
• Focus: personal growth and competence
• Studying abroad can build bridges between countries
Lead-in
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Argument map: Wang Li
Claim
Reasons
Evidence / explanation
Disadvantages may be greater
Economic pressure
Tuition, living costs and travel costs
Unfamiliar environment
Culture shock and different approaches to learning
Future employment
Competition after returning
Lead-in
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Argument map: Zhang Yi
Claim
Reasons
Evidence / explanation
Advantages are greater
Personal growth
Become more independent and responsible
Language and culture
Improve competence in real situations
Contribution
Build bridges between China and the world
Lead-in
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Judge support strength
A good reason needs explanation or examples.
Studying abroad is expensive.
Strong reason; add financial details.
Studying abroad is good because it is good.
Empty; rewrite with concrete value.
Students may become more independent.
Useful claim; add behaviour evidence.
Lead-in
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Revise reasons into evidence
Move from slogan to argument.
Weak: It is useful.
Improved: It can broaden students’ horizons and help them communicate across cultures.
Weak: Studying abroad is hard.
Improved: Students face language barriers, academic rules and daily-life problems at the same time.
Lead-in
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03. Structure
How does an argumentative letter work?
Lead-in
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Structure
Paragraph functions
Match each part with its function.
Opening
State the topic and position
Body 1
Give one reason with explanation/evidence
Body 2
Give another reason or respond to the other side
Conclusion
Restate the view and call for balanced thinking
Lead-in
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Structure
PREL paragraph
One reason should be fully developed.
P = Point
State a clear reason
R = Reason
Explain why it matters
E = Evidence
Give concrete support
L = Link
Return to the position
Lead-in
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Structure
Concession
Balanced thinking makes the argument more reliable.
Admittedly, studying abroad may bring financial pressure and culture shock.
However, students with clear goals and enough preparation can benefit from the experience.
Lead-in
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04. Language building
Make the argument sound like an argument.
Language Building
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Upgrade weak sentences
Use concrete reasons and academic tone.
I think it is good.
From my perspective, studying abroad is worthwhile if students are well prepared and clear about their goals.
It is useful.
It can broaden students’ horizons and improve cross-cultural communication.
Language Building
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Language bank: opinion and reasons
State opinion
In my opinion... / From my perspective... / I hold the view that...
List reasons
To begin with... / In addition... / Another important factor is...
Language Building
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Language bank: evidence and contrast
Give evidence
For instance... / This can be seen when...
Show contrast
However... / On the other hand... / Admittedly...
Language Building
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Language bank: conclusion
Conclude
All in all... / Therefore... / Taking everything into consideration...
Key rule
Do not list empty slogans. Develop at least one reason with evidence.
Language Building
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05. Guided writing
Write one PREL paragraph in class.
Writing
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Analyse the task
Write to the editor about studying abroad.
Audience
editor and school readers
Genre
argumentative letter
Topic
Is studying abroad a good choice?
Support
at least two reasons with explanation or examples
Writing
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Choose your position
Support, oppose or give a balanced view.
Support
It can be worthwhile with clear goals and preparation.
Oppose
It may bring too much pressure for some students.
Balanced
It depends on goals, preparation and family situation.
Writing
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Complete your outline
Opening
I am writing to share my view on studying abroad.
Reason 1
Independence: manage study and daily life.
Reason 2
Communication: understand cultures and introduce China.
Concession
It may be expensive and stressful.
Writing
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Build one reason chain
From reason to evidence to link.
Point
Studying abroad can develop independence.
Reason
Students cannot depend on parents for every problem.
Evidence
They manage time, communicate with teachers and solve daily tasks.
Link
Therefore, the experience helps them grow.
Writing
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Write one PREL paragraph
80–100 words
Task
Write one body paragraph using PREL.
Must include
one clear reason + explanation + concrete example + link
Time
8 minutes writing + 2 minutes checking
Writing
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Reference paragraph
Use it to check development, not to copy.
One major advantage of studying abroad is that it can develop students’ independence.
When students live in a foreign country, they have to manage time, communicate and make decisions by themselves. These experiences help them become responsible and confident.
Writing
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06. Full writing & assessment
From one paragraph to a full letter.
Writing
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Full letter structure
Opening
Dear Editor, state topic and position.
Body 1
Reason + explanation/evidence
Body 2
Another reason or concession
Conclusion
Balanced restatement + Yours, Li Hua
Writing
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课堂教学课件: opening + body 1
Opening
I am writing to share my opinion on studying abroad. From my perspective, it can be a good choice for students who are well prepared.
Body 1
It can broaden students’ horizons through different teaching methods, customs and ways of thinking.
Writing
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课堂教学课件: body 2 with concession
Reason 2
It can also improve independence because students solve daily problems and communicate across cultures.
Concession
Admittedly, it may bring financial pressure and culture shock, so students should make the decision carefully.
Writing
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课堂教学课件: conclusion
Conclusion
All in all, studying abroad is worthwhile when students have clear goals and enough preparation.
Sign-off
Yours,
Li Hua
Writing
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Assessment
Self-assessment checklist
Position
clear and consistent
Reasons
two relevant reasons
Evidence
specific explanation/examples
Balance
concession handled well
Language
accurate and varied
Self-assessment
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Assessment
Peer feedback
Question 1
What is the strongest reason?
Question 2
Is the reason supported by evidence?
Question 3
Does the concession make the argument more balanced?
Self-assessment
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Homework
Complete the full argumentative letter.
Task
Write a full letter on “Is studying abroad a good choice?”
Revision
Underline at least five expressions from the language bank.
Reflection
What is your strongest reason? Is it supported by evidence?
Homework
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Board summary
Opinion → Reason → Evidence → Concession → Conclusion
Core correction
Do not write “good or bad” only.
Better thinking
Explain under what conditions studying abroad has value or risk.
Homework
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Thank you
Balanced opinion · concrete evidence · thoughtful decision
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