大学英语写作writing1.pptVIP

English Writing 1 Gu Shanshan Course Requirements Attitude Class attendance Preview and review Exercises and homework Keep weekly journal Final score: Class attendance and performance 20% Mid-term exam 20% Final exam 60% Contents Essay writing ― principles, process, steps; effective sentences and paragraphs Patterns of essay development ― description, narration, exposition, argumentation; cause and effect, comparison and contrast, classification… Special skills ― writing a letter, writing a resume and a cover letter, writing a memo … What is your problem in writing? Problems in English Writing Thinking problem without clear idea, without logical idea Limited vocabulary and improper use e.g. After China opened its door to the outside world, Chinese people have more opportunities to touch foreigners. communicate with foreigners L1 intervening e.g. Renting a room, you will be living under the house owner’s eyes. landlord/landlady; under one’s nose Chinglish: face examination; a color ticket; big wind; Living old is study old. Cultural mistake and pragmatic failure e.g. The rain was so heavy that we were like chickens. drowned rat e.g. If you eat too much and have little moving, you will get fat. do little exercises; gain some weight How do you think of writing? Writing is …………. Writing is a skill. ― It can be learned. Writing is a process of discovery. ― One has to explore his thoughts through zigzag journey. Writing is a way to communicate. ― It is crucial to know the reader and your purpose for writing. Writing show (a paragraph an essay) The Hazards of Movie-going What implications can you get from the examples? An Introduction to Writing Key to effective writing: clear and logical thinking Key to logical thinking: point and support (in a paragraph; in an essay) Traditional essay: introductory paragraph + supporting paragraphs + concluding paragraph.