By Gengbo, Yang,Unit 11 Learning Module 4,Teaching plan for Communication Workshop - Writing,Structure of the teaching plan,. Analysis of the students . Analysis of the teaching materials . Teaching objectives . Teaching methodology . Teaching procedures,.Analysis of the students,traditional,teacher-oriented,knowledge-based,interactive,communication-oriented,student-centred,eager to learn; participate actively; 2. different language levels and learning styles.,.Analysis of materials,Status of the material,Objectives,Key points and special difficulties,1. Content: To write a formal letter to a newspaper,2. Position and function:,communication workshop,The writing workshop,a real communicative activity, not simply the production of a “composition”,a language output lesson,Part1:Status of the material,1. Knowledge Objectives: Students are to have a clear of the layout of a formal letter after reading this sample essay. Students are to use proper linking words to make their essay coherent and logical. Students are to work together to write an essay about their own opinion.,Part2:Teaching Objectives,2. Ability Objectives: Students reading and writing skills will be improved through analyzing the sample writing and creating their own ones. Students team spirit will be improved by completing a certain task altogether.,Part2:Teaching Objectives,3. Moral Objectives: Students are to realize the importance of cooperation and in this way their teamwork spirit will be strengthened. Students are to promote their imagination and creativity which will benefit them a lot in their life-long learning. Students learn to appreciate others ideas and suggestions.,Part2:Teaching Objectives,Key points and special difficulties,1. Teaching focus:,2. Special difficulties: Students may have problems using linking words properly in their essays.,Part 3:,. Teaching methodology,On teaching methods: “Tell me, I will forget. Teach me, I will remember. Involve me, I will learn.” - Franklin,a series of learner-centered methods,On teaching methods:,1. Task-based approach involves the students with different tasks; 2. Constructivism emphasizes the students own generative learning process 3. Howard Gardners theory of Multiple Intelligences intends to develop the students all-round potentials.,On learning methods:,learners learning activities should center on their cooperation and team work.,extend their learning activities outside the classroom 2. benefit their life-long learning.,On teaching aids:,The blackboard A projector Some slides,. Teaching Procedures,Part 1: Reading (14 mins) Before reading While reading After reading Part 2: Writing (30 mins) Before writing While writing After writing Part 3: Assignment (1 min),pre-task,task cycle,after-task,Teaching Structure,Lead in Reading a model text Linking words layout of the letter Group discussion Writing a draft Peer assessment,input,output,Before reading (2 mins),Show some letters in English newspapers to the students,To have a brainstorm about the examples of formal or informal styles,Lead in(Brainstorm),Lead in(Brainstorm),While reading (7 mins),Match the topics with paragraphs in the essay,Paragraph 1 Paragraph 2 Paragraph 3 Paragraph 4 Paragraph 5,introduction,reason for writing,ending,character of town,suggestions for action,health,Task 1:,Task 2:,Have a discussion about linking words used to contrast ideas.,Encourage students to add some words,however although despite but in spite of nevertheless ,Match informal expressions with the example of formal style in the letter,Task 3:,Write soon,Hi Sue!,Lots of love ,I look forward to reading more letters. Dear Editor Yours faithfully ,After reading ( 5 mins),The layout of the letter,A formal letter to a newspaper,Reason for writing,Body,Ending,Raise problems,Suggestions,Team work:,Before writing (7 mins),Task,The local newspaper opens a new column called “Voice Your Opinion” You and your classmates want to contribute an essay to the local newspaper to share your opinion about a local problem.,Group Discussion,While writing (15 mins),Writing a draft,wordssentences paragraphs composition Cooperative writing assignments,Linking words can be used,You can add more linking words with the help of a dictionary.,however although despite but in spite of nevertheless ,After writing (8 mins),Peer Evaluation,Presentation,Possible problems,Lower-achieving students Time,Homework,Write a formal letter giving your opinion about a local problem. Requirements: Follow the layout discussed in your group. Use linking words properly.,Thank you for listening!,