2019新人教高一英语必修三第四单元Writing 导学案设计

Reading for writing in Book 3 Unit 4
导学案
Learning objectives ：
1. Read the argumentative essay about space exploration
2. Study the features of the argumentative essay
3. Try to write an argumentative essay about space exploration
Leading-in ：
Q ：What is your opinion on spending much money and time in exploring space?
___________________________________________________________________________________ Learning procedures ：
Task 1：Read the passage and answer the questions
1. Why are some people against space exploration?
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2. What has space exploration done for food production?
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3. What did the picture of Earth from space make people realize?
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4. How does space exploration benefit the products that people use nowadays?
____________________________________________________________________________________ Task 2: Study the features of an argumentative writing
1. Read the passage again and find the topic sentence in each paragraph
Analyze the topic sentence and get to know the organization of an argumentative writing topic sentence Para. 1 Para. 2 Para. 4
Para. 3 Para. 5
2. Further analyze the features of an argumentative writing
Para.1 introduction paragraph
The author intends to _________________________________________________________________
【语言知识链接】
useful structures to express different opinions
Some people argue that ...
However, others feel that ...
Opinions are divided on the topic of...
People don't think ... while others hold...
People's views on... vary. People may have different opinions on...
Para.2-4 body paragraph
thesis sentence ：（ ）
supporting evidence ：（ ）
language feature ：（ ）
The author intends to __________________________________________________________________
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useful structures to express supporting evidence
No one can deny the fact that ...
Recent studies indicate that ...
There is sufficient evidence to show ...
According to the data proved by..., it can be seen that ...
I think it necessary to ...The reasons are as follows. Firstly,... Secondly,... Finally,...
【compare and feel 】Compare A and B. Which one would be more likely to convince the government in your hometown to pass a seat belt law?
It is so dangerous to drive without belts. People can be killed! People just do not realize how silly it is to ride in a
car without
a seat belt. Some
people say it wrinkles their clothes, but that is crazy and foolish. Life matters more than clothes.
Safety tests prove that people are less likely to be hurt if they are wearing seat belts.Thirty-two states have passed laws requiring people to wear seat belts, which has reduced traffic-related deaths. Some people may say that seat belts are uncomfortable. I think that is a small price to pay for added safety.
Para.5 closing paragraph
The author intends to ___________________________________________________________________
【语言知识链接】
useful structures to conclude your points
From what has been discussed above, we can draw the conclusion that ...
In conclusion, it is important that...
In summary, I strongly support that ...
Task 3：Have a try to write your own argumentative essay
Step 1: Decide upon a topic （确定一个话题）
Topic ：_____________________________________________________________________ Step 2: Structure the essay （构思文章框架）
Are these arguments for or against exploring space? Choose your own ideas and write your supporting arguments on your worksheet.
A: There are a lot of unsolved mysteries on Earth. So why are we going into space to explore?
B: It is necessary to find a new home for people in space, as resources on Earth will run out.
C: I cannot understand spending all this money on expensive research and experiments when so many people need food.
A B
D: Exploring space encourages scientists to improve technology that can help people in other ways, too.
1)introduction paragraph (different opinions)
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_________________________________________________________________________________ 2)body paragraph（supporting argumentation）
___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ 3)closing paragraph（conclusion of your opinion）
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___________________________________________________________________________________ Step 3: Polish the language （润色语言）
Use the checklist to give feedback on your draft.
☑ Does the introduction state the topic?
☑ Does the introduction express different opinions about the topic?
☑ Does the body give arguments with suitable supporting information?
☑ Does the closing express your opinion and end properly?
☑ Are there any grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors?
Your argumentative essay:
Is exploring space a waste of time and money?
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___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ Homework：
1. Review the form of an argumentative essay and the procedure of writing it by drawing a mind map.
2. Use what you have learned about argumentative writing to write an essay about “Is online learning a good way?”.
附：答案
Leading-in（导入）：
Q：What is your opinion on spending much money and time in exploring space?
（The answers to the question vary.）
Learning procedures（学习过程）：
Task 1：Read the passage and answer the questions
1.Why are some people against space exploration?
Because they think that we should feed the world's poor and find immediate solutions to other problems, such as pollution and fatal diseases.
2.What has space exploration done for food production?
It has directly resulted in the many satellites orbiting Earth, which helps record data on land and weather patterns, providing useful recommendations and advice for farmers.
3.What did the picture of Earth from space make people realize?
It made people realize that our planet's resources are limited.
4. How does space exploration benefit the products that people use nowadays?
High-end products around the world are made to a higher standard now because of advanced technology which was first created to meet the requirements for space exploration.
Task 2: Study the features of an argumentative writing
1.Read the passage again and find the topic sentence in each paragraph
Paragraph 1: Some people argue that we should stop.... However, others feel this is a shallow view... Paragraph 2: Firstly, exploring space has already made a difference in the fight against world hunger. Paragraph 3: Secondly, space exploration has already promoted technological improvements that benefit us all.
Paragraph 4: Finally, sending astronauts into space has helped people to think about the world's problems and even to find ways to solve them.
Paragraph 5: In closing, exploring space provides the world with many different benefits.
2.Analyze the topic sentence and get to know the organization of an argumentative writing
Para.1 introduction paragraph
focus on other problems, such as poverty, pollution, fatal diseases etc.
realize the importance and benefits of exploring space
The author intends to give background information and to stimulate the readers' interest. Para.2-4 body paragraph
thesis sentence：（at least 2 points ）
supporting evidence：（data, facts, case studies, authority,etc ）
language feature：（concise, essential, objective, calm, detailed, etc ）
The author intends to to show main arguments and to persuade the readers.
Para.5 closing paragraph
The author intends to to summarize the argument and to restate the opinion.
Task 3：Have a try to write your own argumentative essay
Step 1: Decide upon a topic （确定一个话题）
Topic：Is exploring space a waste of time and money?
Step 2: Structure the essay （构思文章框架）
1)introduction paragraph (different opinions)
2)body paragraph（supporting argumentation）
3)closing paragraph（conclusion of your opinion）
(The answers may vary.)
Step 3: Polish the language （润色语言）
Your argumentative essay: (略）。