Introduction to letter writing.pptVIP

English for Academic Communication Writing 学术交流与写作 广州大学 外语学院 徐俊仪 （Jenny） Contents Unit 1: Introduction to Letter Writing Unit 2: Writing Effective Emails Unit 3: Abstract Writing Unit 4: How to Write Application Letter Unit 5: Curriculum Vitae/Resume Unit 6: Personal Statement References 从丛、李咏燕. (2008).《学术交流英语教程》南京：南京大学出版社. 贾卫国. (2008).《国际学术交流英语》. 北京：外研社 References Unit 1: Introduction to Letter Writing Task 1. Read the sample letters with common formats. Then discuss with your partner and answer the following questions. How many formats are there in a formal English letter? How many parts are there in a formal English letter? And what are they? Three main formal letter formats 1) Full Block Style Very modern, flush left, a space of one line between paragraphs 2) Semi-block style Date and the complimentary close are near the right margin 3) Semi-indented style Date and complimentary close are near the right margin. The first line of each para. is indented, with no space of one line between paras. 7 Necessary Parts of a formal letter 1) Letterhead: the address of the writer 2) Date of writing 3)Inside add. name add. of the recipient 4) Salutation (Prof., Dr., Mr., Ms.) 5) Body of the letter 6) Complimentary close 7) Signature Explanation of necessary parts1) Letterhead It refers to the full address of the writer. Postcode, phone number, fax number and email address may also be included. It usually appears at the very top of the letter in the left corner, right corner or at the center. 2) Date Line The date line will appear immediately below the letterhead. The customary order is “M-D-comma-Y” What about the following presentation? 1/3/2011 3) Inside Address The inside address must be the same as that on the envelop, giving all necessary information about the receipt of the letter, ensuring correct delivery. It is placed two or more spaces below the date line and is put at the left margin in all formats. It contains a minimum of three lines: A