Unit 11: Argumentation,Objectives,Students are expected to: understand the functions and the basic elements of argumentation understand the key points of writing an argumentation essay (3) be able to use appropriate ways of paragraph development in writing an argumentation paragraph or essay,Warm-up Activity : Arguments for/against Campus Romance,Campus romance is very common in colleges and universities. Many students think campus life incomplete without campus romance. What is your point of view? Have you ever thought of having some campus romance while at school? (Or have you already had some experience? Share your ideas about campus romance with your partner if you dont care.),Divide the class into two groups, one for campus romance and the other against campus romance and have a debate on whether campus romance should be discouraged in colleges and universities. Write down your arguments in complete sentences. Develop your opinions in a short article.,Warm-up Activity: Arguments for/against Campus Romance,Basic knowledge about argumentation,What is argumentation? Argumentation in writing is how a writer puts forth his/her views on a subject and persuades readers that what he/she is saying is important. The writer may also wish to persuade readers to agree with his/her opinions, suggestions or solutions, or get readers to commit to a course of action.,Purposes of argumentation: 1. To make readers accept your position or lend their support on a social, political, or global issue 2. To motivate readers toward a definite action 3. To change readers ideas and behavior,Six aspects of an argumentation essay A debatable point Sufficient evidence Good logic Clear logic Good use of the other three types of writing description, narration, and especially the various methods of exposition. An honest and friendly attitude,Task 1. Write an essay in about 120 words on the following topic: A lot of people think that national college entrance examination has a lot of bad effects on both students and teacher. Therefore, such kind of examination should be abandoned. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.,Writing Tasks,Task 2. Write an essay entitled Electronic Books Will (Not) Replace Paper Books. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below in Chinese. 1、随着信息技术的发展，电子图书越来越多 2、我认为电子图书会/不会取代传统图书，理由是 3、结论,Writing Tasks,The End Thank You !,