实用英语写作教案

1、实用英语写作教案主讲人：徐涓二七年三月实用英语写作教学进度表系别：国贸系 年级：2005级 主讲教师： 填表日期：2007/3/14周次教 学 环 节 类 别 及 内 容备注讲 授 内 容时 间课堂讲授实 验课堂讨论课堂作业课外自学1Chapter 1 Section 1 Personal Letters112Section 2 Business Letters113Section 3 Letters of Introduction1 14Section 4 Letters of Congratulation115Section 5 Other Letters116Chapter 2Secti

2、on 1 Invitation Letters117Section 2 Invitation Card118Chapter 3 Section 1 Application Letters119Section 2 Resume/ C.V.1110Section 3 Application Follow-up1111Section 4 Recommendation Letters1112Chapter 4 Section 1 Notices and Announcements1113Section 2 Notes and Posters1114Chapter 5 Section 1Memorand

3、ums and E-mail1115Section 2 Fax and Telex1116Review1117Exam11Chapter One LettersObjectives:1.Ss learn the differences between personal letters and business letters2.Ss learn how to write letters of introduction, letters of congratulation, thank-you letters and letters of complaintSection One Persona

4、l Letters and Business LettersI. Division: personal letters and business lettersII. Main parts of a letter Heading (address of writer and date)Inside address(name and address of receiver ) only used in business lettersSalutation (Dear Dad/ Mum/Helen, Dear Mr./Mrs/Ms/Prof.)Body (introduction, purpose

5、 and close)Complimentary closeSignatureEnclosure (Enc. Encl.)Postscript(P.S.)III. Layout of the letter Blocked style, Indented style and Modified Style IV. Language used in a letter Clearness, conciseness, correctness, courtesyV. SuperscriptionVI. Do it yourself-two lettersSection Two Letters of Int

6、roductionI. SampleII. language points Body of Letters of Introduction should be included: 1. the person introduced(name and identity)2. purpose 3. thanksIII. Basic patternslanguage used in introducing the person and his identityIm pleased to introduce to you Mrs. Wang, who isI have pleasure in intro

7、ducing the bearer of this letter, Mr. John Richard, who isThis is to introduce Mr. Li Hui, who isIt gives us great pleasure to introduce to you by this letter Mr. Su Hui, who islanguage used in expressing thanksAny assistance rendered him would be highly appreciated.I would greatly appreciate it if

8、you would kindly assist Mr. Li in gaining an opportunity for further studies.We would consider it a great favor if you would give him your advice and experience.IV. Do it yourself-three lettersSection Three Letters of CongratulationI. SampleII. Language points Body of a letter of congratulation shou

9、ld be included: 1. how to get the news (be informed of/that, be told, learn, hear of, see, read) 2. whats the news 3. how you feel 4. congratulationIII. Basic patternsI was thrilled and delighted to receive the announcement of your marriage last Saturday.I was delighted to learn thatI was so pleased

10、 to hear of your graduation this year.I read in this mornings paper that you open your own trading company.I have just heard that you have been made vice-president of.IV. Do it yourself - three letters (university, job, promotion, marriage, scholarship, graduation)Section Four Other Lettersthank-you

11、 letters(concise and sincere)a thank-you letter usually includes: 1)express thanks (for a gift, dinner, party, congratulation) 2) thanks for consideration, thoughtfulness, hospitality, kindness, warmth 3)hope to return and continue cooperating 4)thanks againUseful expressionsWe want to thank you for

12、Wed like to thank you forThank you very much forWe are so grateful forWe really appreciate/I appreciate very muchThis is to thank you forMany thanks forcomplaint letters(friendly and firm)a complaint letter usually includes: 1)cause 2)accident or problem 3)solution 4)contact way Useful expressions:

13、1) I am requesting that you provide me with a new, on condition that if this one proves to be unacceptable. I will receive a refund. 2) we shall have to ask you to make compensation for the loss that we have suffered. 3) we claim on the goods for recovery of the loss. 4)we feel that we must make a c

14、laim against you.3. Do it yourself-write a thank-you letter and a complaint letterChapter Two InvitationObjectivesSs learn how to write invitation letters and cards and the reply to themSection One Invitation lettersI. Division: formal and informal invitation lettersII. SamplesIII. Language points A

15、n invitation letter should be included:1) reason for invitation, 2)activities attended(place, time and details related) 3)hope or wishIV. Basic patterns1. We are deeply impressed by your thorough knowledge and profound understanding of.2. We would like to know if you could3. I would like to invite y

16、ou to4. Is there any chance of your coming5. We would be very happy if you could come6. I cordially invite you to join us.7. Please accept our warm welcome and sincere invitation.V. Do it yourself-English evening, birthday party, Section Two Invitation CardI. Samples Ss get to know the main form of

17、an invitation card(formal one)II. Notes of format (see p26)II. Basic patterns 1. On the occasion of the thirty-eighth anniversary of the founding of Pujiang University 2.request the honor of your presence at a reception to be held/request the pleasure of their company at a dinner party3. Reply if de

18、clining.4. R.S.V.P.III. Do it yourselfanniversary, marriageSection Three ReplyI. Sampleregrets and acceptanceII. Notes of Format(see p28)III. Basic patterns 1. accept with pleasure/honor the kind invitation of 2. regret that a previous engagement prevents their acceptance of the kind invitation ofIV

19、. Do it yourselfChapter Three Job ApplicationObjectivesSs learn how to write an application letters, a resume, application follow-up and recommendation lettersSection One Application LettersI. SampleII. Notes of Format An application letter should have: 1 the introductionapply for the job 2. the bod

20、y-give explanations why you are fit for the job(education, work experience, your ability) and why you choose the company or the job 3. the concluding thanks and hopeIII. Basic patterns 1. I am desirous of securing a position that 2. I am writing to apply for which was advertised 3. I should like to

21、apply for the position mentioned in your advertisement in 4. Learning from that you are looking for a , I should like to apply for the position. 5. I have enclosed a copy of my resume for your review. 6. Enclosed please find a resume and a photo. 7. I believe that I have the training, experience and

22、 qualities that you are looking for./I am good at/I have a thorough knowledge of/I have a fair knowledge of/ I am proficient in 8. if you would like to schedule an inter view, I can be reached at 9. I would welcome the opportunity for a personal interview with you at your convenience. 10. Should you

23、 think favorably of my application, kindly grant me an interview.IV. Do it yourselfSection Two Resume/ C.V.I. SampleII. Notes of Format 1. A resume should have: personal information, education background, work experience, or hobbies 2. arrangements of a resume: in time order, in skills order, in mix

24、ed form)III. Basic patterns 1. To obtain a position related to, which can offer some challenging jobs. 2. To obtain a position which offers development opportunity for a career as 3. References will be furnished upon request. 4. Application forms are available on request.IV. Do it yourself write a r

25、esume of your ownSection Three Application Follow-upI. SampleII. Notes of Format(see p41)III. Basic patterns 1. I am requiring whether you have received the materials. 2. I am confident that my working skills developed through my work experience and educational background would meet the requirements

26、 of the job. 3. Please let me know if you would like any additional information in assessing my qualifications for the position. 4. I do appreciate your early response.IV. Do it yourselfSection Four Recommendation LettersI. SampleII. Notes of Format A recommendation letter should include: 1. the rel

27、ationship the recommender and the person recommended 2.the advantages of the person 3.the recommenders evaluation and attitudeIII. Basic patterns 1. I take pleasure in recommending/ I write to recommend/ Id like to take the liberty of recommending to you/I wish to present for your favorable consider

28、ation. 2. He always distinguished himself from others with his diligent and original thinking which proved him to be quite adequate for research work. 3. He is a gold mine to whoever employs him.IV. Do it yourselfChapter Four BillsObjectives:Ss learn how to write bills like notices, common announcem

29、ents, notes and posters.Section One NoticesI. analyze sample -LostII. Notes of FormatNotices are a kind of public practical writing in third person. It can have either the title or not. The types of notices are: opening, lost and found, contributions wanted, marriage, correct and so on.III. Basic pa

30、tterns1.for companion wanted: 1) look for mature female, kind and honest, capable of managing household 2) fully furnished condo of 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms and 2 baths 3) seek affectionate female to be lifelong companion 4) would like to meet mild-tempered, accomplished make with good character2.

31、 for lost and found 1)turned up missingmorning/afternoon/evening 2) Please let us know if anyone should happen to see the 3) the owner of themay come to claim it, bringing his or her identity card.3. for marriage 1) It is with pleasure that the marriage is announced between 2)Both families are delig

32、hted to announce the marriage of and4. for contributions wanted 1) Contributions in all forms or styles are warmly welcome. 2) welcome letters from readers on all local, national and international subjects. 3) Manuscripts, if not accepted for publication, will be returned to the sender within three

33、months. 4)are welcome to send in their contributions in whatever form or style before the twenty-fifth instant.IV. Do it yourselfSection Two Common AnnouncementsI. Analyze the sampleCommon announcements are a kind of public writing style which pass on some news from senior to junior or from organiza

34、tion to its member. It has two types: announcement/notice, letterII. Language points1.request: to request sb. to do sth./to be requested to do sth. To request that sb.(should)do sth./ It is requsted that sb.(should)do sth.2. under the auspices of/ Sponsored by3. Readers are requested to note that4.

35、It is hoped that/ It is desired that/It is decided that/It is suggested that/It is recommended that. /It is expected thatIII. Do it yourselfSection Three NotesI. Analyze the sampleNotes are a kind of simple letters with two types: asking for sick leave and message. Usually oral language ,omitted lan

36、guage and abbreviate words are used.e.g. 1) Just a line to tell you that 2) urgent business/nothing urgent/ Wants a meeting tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 3) Im afraid i/ I understand that youre on dutyII. Basic patterns (See p55-56)III. Do it yourselfa message and an asking for sick leaveSection Four Poster

37、sI. SampleII. Notes of formatThe language used in posters must be brief and light-hearted. A poster usu. insists of three parts: title, body(what, who, time, place, how) and signature. Time located at lower left-handed corner and sponsor located at it lower right-handed cornerIII. Language points A

38、poster usu. use abbreviate and omitted words. e.g. Admission by tickets, 2 yuan each, obtainable at the booking-office of the auditorium.IV. Do it yourselfCalligraphy Show and Friendship Basketball MatchChapter Five Official CoorespondenceSection 1: How to Write MemorandumsMemorandums or memos are b

39、usiness messages, which transmit information to those within a company. They are used for many of the same purposes for which business letters are used.The format for memos varies from company to company. However, all memos, regardless of format, include the following five guide words:(1) Memorandum

40、 or Memo, or Interoffice Memorandum.(2) Date.(3) To: (shows the name of the person who will receive the message. The receivers job title is often included.)(4) From: (shows the name of the writer of the message.)(5) Subject: tells the topic of the memo. It should be clear, concise and complete.Some

41、companies use the designation Re: (regarding) instead of Subject.Some companies purchase or print their own memorandum stationary with the five guide words mentioned above. This saves the writer some time when preparing memos.Memos usually serve the following purposes:(1) Give instructions or notify

42、 events which occurred.(2) Seek information.(3) Offer ideas and suggestions.Sample 1: Request Memorandums(1)MemorandumDate: 28 June1995To: All Training PersonnelFrom: R. MarkhamHead, Training DepartmentSubject: Providing Clear, Complete InstructionsIt has come to my attention that new employees are

43、not performing their jobs satisfactorily. This is the fault of the trainer, not the trainee. You should give clear, complete instructions.Please follow these guidelines:1. Give an overview of the task. Make sure the task is understood.2. Describe each step in order.3. Describe each step thoroughly.4

44、. Ask questions at each step. Do NOT ask: Do you understand? Ask: How do we begin? What do we do next? etc.5. Have trainees repeat the instructions.Answer the Following Questions1. What is the aim of this request memo?2. How is the request memo arranged?Words and Phrases1. Subject: Re:e.g. Subject:

45、Operating Instructions for New Coping Machines2. come to ones attention: draw ones attentione.g. It has come to my attention that the stationary is running out very soon.3. perform: do, carry oute.g. We are to perform an experiment in the next class.4. instruction: the act of instructing, teachinge.

46、g. He is not yet instructed, but still under instructions.5. overview: whole ideae.g. Give them an overview of the assignment.(2)MEMORANDUMTo: All members of staff, Northern BranchFrom: K.L.J.Date: 5 December 1994Subject: Personal ComputersThe board urgently requires feedback on our experience with

47、PCs in Northern Branch. I need to know, for my report:1. What you personally use your PC for and your reasons for doing this. If you are doing working that was formerly done by other staff, please justify this.2. What software you use. Please name the programs.3. How many hours per day you spend act

48、ually using it.4. How your PC has not come up to your expectations.5. What unanticipated uses you have found for your PC, that others may want to share.Please fax this information directly to me by 5 p.m. on Wednesday 7 December. If you have any queries, please contact my assistant, Jane Simmonds, w

49、ho will be visiting you on Tuesday, 6 December. Thank you for your help.Answer the Following Questions1. What is the main point of the memo?2. What is the secondary idea?Words and Phrases1. board: committee or association of company directorse.g. He has been elected to the board of a new company.2.

50、feedback: information about the results of a set of actions, passed back to the person in charge, so that changes can be made if necessarye.g. The company welcomes feedback from the people who uses the goods it produces.3. justify: give a good reason fore.g. How can you justify your rude behavior?4.

51、 come up to: equale.g. Your recent work hasnt come up to your earlier standards.5. queries: questions or doubtse.g. Please let me know if you should have any query.Sample 2: Instruction MemorandumsMemorandumTo: All employees of Carson BankFrom: Robert Dickinson, President RDDate: June 20, 2003Subjec

52、t: Instructions for New SafesTen new safes have been installed in the offices to replace the old ones. To avoid any troubles, please follow the booklet of directions.Please contact me if you have any questions.Answer the Following Questions1. What is the object of the instruction memo?2. What are th

53、e style and the tone of the instruction memo?Words and Phrases1. install: set (an apparatus) up, ready for usee.g. I wont have oil heating installed.2. booklet: a small book, usu. with a paper covere.g. Do you have a booklet of instructions for operating the computer?3. direction: order or instructi

54、onse.g. I couldnt understand the directions.4. contact: get in touch with sbe.g. Well contact you by telephone.5. president: head of a companye.g. The president presides over the board of directors in this company.Sample 3: Announcement MemoInternal MemoTo: All BranchesFrom: Sales ManagerDate: 26 No

55、vember 1999Tour 3543-New Carrier1. We have found a new carrier for Tour 3543. This is DTL Aviation Company.2. All clients who still want to take this holiday must reconfirm their bookings as soon as possible.3. They must also check in at Gatwick Airport by 0825 on the day of departure.4. Please write to all agencies and tell them all.Answer the Following Questions1. What does the announcement memo provide?2. How does the writer arrange the information?Words and Phrases1. internal: of or in the insidee.g. The large organizations were forced to change their inte