Introduction to English Writing.ppt

1、Lecture One:Introduction to English Writing,- Produced by Ke Xianbing 2013-03-10,Conclusions drawn by Teachers of English Writing:,1) English Writing is teachable: Writing vs. written exercises, Grammar/lexicology vs.Writing 2)English writing studies how to express thoughts; 3) English writing is an

2、 overall training and beneficial to learners; Besides aspects of language which English writing can improve accuracy and clearance of expressing thoughts; Content: logical , correct viewpoint, smooth arrangement; Writing format: strict requirement.,English writing emphasizes expressing proper though

3、ts appropriately rather than the seemingly correct sentence structure or diction , the whole textual organization, difficulties, styles, format, Viewpoint: complex and needing to further discussion,Advantages of English Writing to learners:,A: to improve the accuracy of using English Diction, syntax

4、, spelling, capitalization, punctuation, organization tone, unity, logic, cohesion and coherence, transitional smoothness B: to enlarge the extension of English use i: to enhance learnerslogical thinking and analytical ability, ii: to train a careful and serious working style, iii:to strengthen read

5、ing, listening, spoken English and interpreting, C:to have other practical advantages Practical writing (notes, notices, prcis/abstract, book report, summary, research paper writing, draft-making),How to improve English Writing,1) Solid Foundation of English knowledge; 2）More Reading; 3)Careful obse

6、rvation and alert at analytical questions; 4) What to write (content) and How to write(organization); 5)Language which can properly express thoughts is good language and the frequently-used language; 6)Repetitive Revision Good writing is the result of revision,Significance of English Writing,1)Writt

7、en English is the representative of the highest English levels, which the Spoken English is the seemingly dress-likely aspect of your English levels; 2) Every type of English test have writing section: Band-4 and Band-8 for English majors has the English Writing part: practical writing and composition; 3)For f