module 1

Reflection on argumentation ( Written and oral).
To be able to structure an argumentative text.

texts
A.Toynbee, The Chief Features of the Industrial Revolution, 1884 (extract).
T.S.Eliot, essay extract, the Language for Poetry.
Jean Claude Trichet and Mario Draghi, La Lettera, from ‘Corriere della Sera', Giovedì 28 Settembre 2011, pagina 3.

process

Textual analysis including structural analysis, concept mapping and awareness of textual organization.
Reading.
Singling out statements, concepts, examples, clarification, refutations.
Distinguish qualitative and quantitative data.
Get familiar and practice with micro-language.
Add information to personal background knowledge.

Conventions and style

Typical language of argumentation ( vocabulary).
Nominal style.