Unit 13 – Discussing Proposals (pp86-87) Professional Writing

In this lesson you will learn how to… make a proposal give reasons for a proposal ask for and give opinions respond to a proposal

E-mail structure: discussing proposals Introduce a proposal Giving a reason Asking for an opinion

What are the qualities of a good teacher? 5 minutes Choose a teacher 1st – In your group, discuss the following question: What are the qualities of a good teacher? 5 minutes

Discuss the pros and cons of each candidate. Choose a teacher 2nd – In your group: Discuss the pros and cons of each candidate. Make a list (5 minutes)

Choose 1 of the candidates. Give your reasons why & why not. Choose a teacher 3rd – In your group: Choose 1 of the candidates. Give your reasons why & why not. Make a list (5 minutes)

Writing Task: select an English teacher 1st - Read about the 3 candidates for the job of English teacher here at Hanyang ERICA campus. 2nd - Send an email to your classmate proposing who you think would be suitable for the job. Your email should: be well structured (e.g. introduce the proposal, give a reason, ask an opinion, report others’ opinions) have an appropriate salutation, closing, and signature 3nd – Reply to the email giving your opinion (i.e. agreeing or disagreeing with their proposal, and giving your own opinion)

Make a proposal & suggest an alternative Finish class now Have a quiz and the loser has to buy lunch for the whole class Have a 3 hour class next week to do some units we didn’t cover Have no exam Going for a drink next class instead of studying Making this a curved class All students give a formal presentation about themselves next class