WRITING

Welcome teachers to our class
Saturday, November 7th, 2015
Look at some following formats and match each format with its appropriate name.

Dear John,
Here I am in New York I have been here for two weeks now and it’s very exciting.
My friend, Nancy has lived in New York for seven years, so she knows all about it. I have met a lot of people and I have done all the things that the tourists usually do. I have had a hot lunch in china town. I have taken a trip to the Statue of Liberty.
I even have watched a ball game on TV!
Back on the 19th .
See you later,
Bob
. electric , scientific
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Look at some following formats and match each format with its appropriate name.
Nowadays, people enjoy travelling as it brings them a large number of significant advantages such as increasing human’s knowledge and helping reduce stress. Firstly, we can enlarge our cultural, historical and geographical knowledge. It is true that when we visit a tourist attraction, it means we have a wonderful opportunity to observe and experience something decent and gorgeous. We will be able to know more about the unique customs, colorful cultural activities, historical events and special geographical features of that area. Secondly, it is a cool chance for us to disconnect from our daily routines. You know we work all day and suffer a lot from working pressure. Therefore, what we really want to do is to travel somewhere and release that tension. It is obvious that, glamorous sceneries help us feel more comfortable and love the nature more. In conclusion, travelling not only widens our understanding but also reduces our stress.

. electric , scientific
Dear John,
Here I am in New York I have been here for two weeks now and it’s very exciting.
My friend, Nancy has lived in New York for seven years, so she knows all about it. I have met a lot of people and I have done all the things that the tourists usually do. I have had a hot lunch in china town. I have taken a trip to the Statue of Liberty.
I even have watched a ball game on TV!
Back on the 19th .
See you later,
Bob
. electric , scientific
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Look at some following formats and match each format with its appropriate name.
It is quite common these days for young people in many countries to have a break from studying after graduating from high school. This trend is not restricted to rich students who have the money to travel, but is also evident among poorer students who choose to work and become economically independent for a period of time.

The reasons for this trend may involve the recognition that a young adult who passes directly from school to university is rather restricted in terms of general knowledge and experience of the world. By contrast, those who have spent some time earning a living or traveling to other places have a broader view of life and better personal resources to draw on. They tend to be more independent, which is a very important factor in academic study and research, as well as giving them an advantage in terms of coping with the challenges of student life.

However, there are certainly dangers in taking time off at that important age. Young adults may end up never returning to their studies or finding it difficult to readapt to an academic environment. They may think that it is better to continue in a particular job, or to do something completely different from a university course. But overall, I think this is less likely today, when academic qualifications are essential for getting a reasonable career.

My view is that young people should be encouraged to broaden their horizons. That is the best way for them to get a clear perspective of what they are hoping to do with their lives and why. Students with such a perspective are usually the most effective and motivated ones and taking a year off may be the best way to gain this.

. electric , scientific
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Look at some following formats and match each format with its appropriate name.
Nowadays, people enjoy travelling as it brings them a large number of significant advantages such as increasing human’s knowledge and helping reduce stress. Firstly, we can enlarge our cultural, historical and geographical knowledge. It is true that when we visit a tourist attraction, it means we have a wonderful opportunity to observe and experience something decent and gorgeous. We will be able to know more about the unique customs, colorful cultural activities, historical events and special geographical features of that area. Secondly, it is a cool chance for us to disconnect from our daily routines. You know we work all day and suffer a lot from working pressure. Therefore, what we really want to do is to travel somewhere and release that tension. It is obvious that, glamorous sceneries help us feel more comfortable and love the nature more. In conclusion, travelling not only widens our understanding but also reduces our stress.

. electric , scientific
Dear John,
Here I am in New York I have been here for two weeks now and it’s very exciting.
My friend, Nancy has lived in New York for seven years, so she knows all about it. I have met a lot of people and I have done all the things that the tourists usually do. I have had a hot lunch in china town. I have taken a trip to the Statue of Liberty.
I even have watched a ball game on TV!
Back on the 19th .
See you later,
Bob
. electric , scientific
It is quite common these days for young people in many countries to have a break from studying after graduating from high school. This trend is not restricted to rich students who have the money to travel, but is also evident among poorer students who choose to work and become economically independent for a period of time.

The reasons for this trend may involve the recognition that a young adult who passes directly from school to university is rather restricted in terms of general knowledge and experience of the world. By contrast, those who have spent some time earning a living or traveling to other places have a broader view of life and better personal resources to draw on. They tend to be more independent, which is a very important factor in academic study and research, as well as giving them an advantage in terms of coping with the challenges of student life.

However, there are certainly dangers in taking time off at that important age. Young adults may end up never returning to their studies or finding it difficult to readapt to an academic environment. They may think that it is better to continue in a particular job, or to do something completely different from a university course. But overall, I think this is less likely today, when academic qualifications are essential for getting a reasonable career.

My view is that young people should be encouraged to broaden their horizons. That is the best way for them to get a clear perspective of what they are hoping to do with their lives and why. Students with such a perspective are usually the most effective and motivated ones and taking a year off may be the best way to gain this.

. electric , scientific
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a paragraph
an essay
a letter
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Look at some following formats and match each format with its appropriate name.
Nowadays, people enjoy travelling as it brings them a large number of significant advantages such as increasing human’s knowledge and helping reduce stress. Firstly, we can enlarge our cultural, historical and geographical knowledge. It is true that when we visit a tourist attraction, it means we have a wonderful opportunity to observe and experience something decent and gorgeous. We will be able to know more about the unique customs, colorful cultural activities, historical events and special geographical features of that area. Secondly, it is a cool chance for us to disconnect from our daily routines. You know we work all day and suffer a lot from working pressure. Therefore, what we really want to do is to travel somewhere and release that tension. It is obvious that, glamorous sceneries help us feel more comfortable and love the nature more. In conclusion, travelling not only widens our understanding but also reduces our stress.

. electric , scientific
Dear John,
Here I am in New York I have been here for two weeks now and it’s very exciting.
My friend, Nancy has lived in New York for seven years, so she knows all about it. I have met a lot of people and I have done all the things that the tourists usually do. I have had a hot lunch in china town. I have taken a trip to the Statue of Liberty.
I even have watched a ball game on TV!
Back on the 19th .
See you later,
Bob
. electric , scientific
It is quite common these days for young people in many countries to have a break from studying after graduating from high school. This trend is not restricted to rich students who have the money to travel, but is also evident among poorer students who choose to work and become economically independent for a period of time.

The reasons for this trend may involve the recognition that a young adult who passes directly from school to university is rather restricted in terms of general knowledge and experience of the world. By contrast, those who have spent some time earning a living or traveling to other places have a broader view of life and better personal resources to draw on. They tend to be more independent, which is a very important factor in academic study and research, as well as giving them an advantage in terms of coping with the challenges of student life.

However, there are certainly dangers in taking time off at that important age. Young adults may end up never returning to their studies or finding it difficult to readapt to an academic environment. They may think that it is better to continue in a particular job, or to do something completely different from a university course. But overall, I think this is less likely today, when academic qualifications are essential for getting a reasonable career.

My view is that young people should be encouraged to broaden their horizons. That is the best way for them to get a clear perspective of what they are hoping to do with their lives and why. Students with such a perspective are usually the most effective and motivated ones and taking a year off may be the best way to gain this.

. electric , scientific
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a paragraph
an essay
a letter
Some techniques of writing a paragraph
Saturday , November 7th , 2015
Nowadays, people enjoy travelling as it brings them a large number of significant advantages such as increasing human’s knowledge and helping reduce stress. Firstly, we can enlarge our cultural, historical and geographical knowledge. It is true that when we visit a tourist attraction, it means we have a wonderful opportunity to observe and experience something decent and gorgeous. We will be able to know more about the unique customs, colorful cultural activities, historical events and special geographical features of that area. Secondly, it is a cool chance for us to disconnect from our daily routines. You know we work all day and suffer a lot from working pressure. Therefore, what we really want to do is to travel somewhere and release that tension. It is obvious that, glamorous sceneries help us feel more comfortable and love the nature more. In conclusion, travelling not only widens our understanding but also reduces our stress.

. electric , scientific
What is a paragraph?
A paragraph is a basic unit of organization in writing in which a group of related sentences develops one main idea. A paragraph can be as short as one sentence or as long as ten sentences. The number of sentences is unimportant; however, the paragraph should be long enough to develop the main idea clearly. A paragraph is also one part of letter or an essay.
Nowadays, people enjoy travelling as it brings them a large number of significant advantages such as increasing human’s knowledge and helping reduce stress. Firstly, we can enlarge our cultural, historical and geographical knowledge. It is true that when we visit a tourist attraction, it means we have a wonderful opportunity to observe and experience something decent and gorgeous. We will be able to know more about the unique customs, colorful cultural activities, historical events and special geographical features of that area. Secondly, it is a cool chance for us to disconnect from our daily routines. You know we work all day and suffer a lot from working pressure. Therefore, what we really want to do is to travel somewhere and release that tension. It is obvious that, glamorous sceneries help us feel more comfortable and love the nature, people more.
In conclusion, travelling not only widens our understanding but also reduces our stress.

. electric , scientific
Benefits of travelling
A topic
sentence
Firstly
In conclusion
supporting
sentences
A concluding
sentence
Paragraph structure
a topic sentence
supporting sentences
a concluding sentence
A topic sentence states the main idea of a paragraph. It not only tells topic of the paragraph but also limits the topic to one or two areas that can be discussed completely in the space of a single paragraph. The specific area is called the controlling idea.
Nowadays, people enjoy travelling as it brings them a large number of significant advantages such as increasing human’s knowledge and helping reduce stress.
Example:
controlling idea
topic
Supporting sentences develop the topic sentence. That is, they explain the topic sentence by giving reasons, examples, facts, statistics and quotations.
Firstly, we can enlarge our cultural, historical and geographical knowledge. It is true that when we visit a tourist attraction, it means we have a wonderful opportunity to observe and experience something decent and gorgeous. We will be able to know more about the unique customs, colorful cultural activities, historical events and special geographical features of that area.
For example, when visiting Ho Chu Tich mausoleum, we know about our leader’s background and great work.
Example:
It is true that
For example
Firstly
Firstly, we can enlarge our cultural, historical and geographical knowledge. It is true that when we visit a tourist attraction, it means we have a wonderful opportunity to observe and experience something decent and gorgeous. We will be able to know more about the unique customs, colorful cultural activities, historical events and special geographical features of that area. For example, when visiting Ho Chu Tich mausoleum, we will know about his background and great work. Secondly, it is a cool chance for us to disconnect from our daily routines. You know we work all day and suffer a lot from working pressure. Therefore, what we really want to do is to travel somewhere and release that tension. It is obvious that, glamorous sceneries help us feel more comfortable and love the nature more. For instance, travelling to somewhere, we enjoy the fresh air, scenic beauty without thinking our hard work.
A concluding sentence signals the end of the paragraph and leaves the readers with important points to remember.
In conclusion, travelling not only widens our understanding about the world but also eases our tension.
Example:

In addition to the three structural parts of a paragraph, a good paragraph also has elements of unify and coherence

Unify means that you discuss only one main idea in a paragraph. The main idea is stated in the topic sentence, and then each and every supporting sentence develops that idea. If, for example you announce in your topic sentence that your topic sentence that you are going to discuss two advantages of travelling, discuss only those. Don’t discuss any other ideas.
Coherence means that your paragraph is easy to read and understand because:
+ your supporting sentences are in some kind of logical order.
+ Your ideas are connected by the use of appropriate transition signals.

Transition signals are extremely important as
the readers follow your ideas easily when you use them suitably. They tell readers when you are giving similar ideas, opposite ideas, an example or a conclusion.

Function
-To introduce the first idea
-To introduce the second idea
-To introduce an additional idea
-To introduce a restatement or explanation
-To introduce an example
-To introduce a result
-To introduce a conclusion
First/ Firstly/ First of all/ In the first place/…
Second/secondly/Another idea
In addition/ Furthermore/Besides/ Moreover
In fact/ Indeed/ It is true that
For example/ For instance/…
As a result/ Therefore/ Thus/…
-In conclusion/ In short/ To sum up
+ vocabulary: a variety of vocabularies
Students should use synonyms.
+ example
-benefits
/ advantages
/ positive effects
- many
/ a large number of
/ a variety of
- beautiful
/ gorgeous
/ attractive
/enhance
/ enrich
- enlarge
/ widen
- disadvantages
- much
/ drawbacks
/ weaknesses
/ a great deal of
/ a large amount of
+ structural grammar: a variety of structural grammar such as active voice, passive voice, a diversity of tenses, conditional sentences, inversion, conjunction, and so on

benefits of playing sports
relax our mind
Topic: Write a paragraph about the benefits of playing sports
improve our health
example
example
boost health and reduce tension

- make our body healthy
- enhance immune system
- ……..
- feel comfortable and pleasant
- have fun when taking part in sports competition, …..
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Suggested paragraph:
Nowadays, playing sports is popularly stimulated to people at different ages because of its advantages such as improving our heath and relaxing our mind. First of all, playing sports makes us boost our heath. In fact, when participating in a gym or football club, people will focus on physical activities and ignore psychological pressure coming from work or study. Moreover, playing sports helps us increase immune system. Therefore, we can stay away from serious diseases. Secondly, we can ease tension from sports activities. Indeed, we feel physically and mentally exhausted after hard work and study. It is playing sports that helps us release tiredness and tension. For example, when taking part in sports- games, we get fun from our teammates. Besides, we seem to have pleasure and comfort during the games without thinking of working and studying pressure. To sum up, spending a little time playing sports, you will be able to gain a number of remarkable benefits such as boosting health and reducing tension.

write a paragraph about the benefits of watching TV