1、Unit 1I. Section A: learning a foreign language 1. Teaching Objectives:1. This unit is intended to explore effective ways of learning a foreign language. After learning it, Ss are expected to understand how to plan and arrange their English learning schedule.2. Scan the text and understand the struc

2、ture of the text “learning a foreign language”.3. Understand the main idea of the text.2. Time Allotment:Section A (3 periods):1st-2nd period: Pre-reading activities (theme-related questions for warming up ;)While-reading activities (useful words and expressions; difficult sentences)3rdperiod: While

3、-reading activities (text structure; main ideas)Post-reading activities (comprehension questions; exercises)Section B (1period):4th periods: Practice of the reading skill (reading for the key idea in a sentence);T checks on Ss home reading by asking questions based on the passage. T explains some di

4、fficult sentences3. Teaching Procedures:3.1 Pre-reading ActivitiesStep 1 Lead-in and preparation for readingListen to the tape and answer some questions: 1) when did the speaker start to learn English, and when did he gain command of the language?2) what and how much did the speaker gain from learni

5、ng a foreign language online?3) try new horizon online learning system and share your experience with usStep 3. Fast readingAsk the Ss to scan the text and remind the students of keeping in mind the following questions: 1) How many stages did author mention in learning english (4)2) What are they? L

6、et them get the main idea of each paragraph and make clear about the text structure.Text structure: (structured writing)Purpose: Improve the students reading and writing ability and understand the general idea of each paragraph.Method: Read the text individually and talk in groups; Use task-based la

7、nguage teaching method, reading approach, communicative approach and total physical response method.Part I (Para. 1): what authors attitude toward experience of learning a foreign lanuagePart II (Para.2-4): the English learning experience of junior middle school, senior middle school, collegePart II

8、I (Para.5-7): online English learningPart IV(para 8):what can I gain from learning EnglishStep 4. Preparation for details of the text on the screenSs are required to look at the words and phrases on the screen and give a brief presentation in class.Words and Phrases: Purpose: Train the Ss ability of

9、 understanding and using foreign language.Method: Talk in groups, Use task-based language teaching method, communicative approach and total physical response method.1) yet:Learning a foreign language was one of the most difficult yet most rewarding experiences of my life2) positive3)former4)desire5)

10、 intimidate7)stay at the same level8) online/virtual9) it requires a lot of time, commitment and discipline to keep up with the flow of the course10) trying3.2 While-reading ActivitiesStep 5. Intensive readingSs are asked to read the passage carefully again and answer some detailed questions on the

11、screen. During the reading, there is an explanation for the following points:Language Points: 1.it was well worth the effort (p1)她8歲時就打定主意要成為一名醫生。2. while(p2)3. .not onlybut also (p2)4. Unlike(p4)5. the situation was far from perfect though(p4)6.once in a while., I cried out of frustration and somet

12、imes I felt like giving up.(p7)7. I disagree. If I did agree, I certainly wouldn't look at my feet or at the ceiling. I'd keep my eye on the lion! (Para. 11)Meaning: I don't agree that entering a room full of people is like going into a lion's cage. Suppose I agreed with such a thoug

13、ht, I would not look at my feet or at the ceiling but look carefully at the lion to make sure it would not kill me because the lion was most dangerous. Notice the emphatic use of "did" in "If I did agree.". Here are some more examples of the use of "did" for added stres

14、s.He did tell me about it.  他的確告訴了我這事兒。In the present tense, "do" or "does"  is used:I do feel sorry for him.  我確實為他感到遺憾。A little knowledge does seem to be a dangerous thing. 看來一知半解確實是件危險的事。 Also in the sentence, please note the use of the "if clause" to

15、talk about unreal situations. For example,If he started it now, he would not finish it in time. 就算他現在開始做,也不可能按時完成這項工作了。If you had asked, I would have told you.  如果你當時問了，我會告訴你的。3.3 Post-reading ActivitiesStep 6. DiscussionRole Play: Instruct Ss to work in pairs, acting as(a) greeting to each oth

16、er, (b) making a self- introduction to each other and require Ss to bear in mind the tips as to how to make a good impression. And the following tips will appear on the PPT to let the Ss have a better understanding of it.1. Be professional and polite with everyone. When you arrive, state clearly who

17、 you are and who you are there to see. Be punctual and prepared. 2. Feel confident about yourself. Knowing that you look good and that you are well prepared will go a long way to boosting your confidence. 3. Smile - it will relax you and make others receptive to what you have to say. 4. Be positive

18、and polite about any delays during the interview, and when answering questions. 5. A firm handshake is essential. Good posture and eye contact will make you appear confident and will help your interviewer to feel comfortable with you. 6. Avoid the temptation to be too informal. Even if your intervie

19、wer has a relaxed and friendly style, they are still trying to assess you as a potential employee and representative of their company. Step 7. AssignmentII. Section B Body Language Teaching Procedures:1. Reading SkillsReading for the Key Idea in a Paragraphs A paragraph is a group of sentences about

20、 the same idea, subject or topic. As you read a paragraph, you look for the key idea that each sentence presents. Adding up these key ideas, you see that each sentence helps build the main idea of the paragraph, the basic subject to which all the sentences connect. In order to understand the informa

21、tion you are reading, you must know what the main idea of the paragraph is.Here are some more points for you to consider when you are looking for the main idea of a paragraph: 1. The main idea of a paragraph may be clearly stated or may be only implied or suggested. For the present we are only conce

22、rned with the main idea of a paragraph, which is clearly stated. We are not going to deal with the paragraphs whose main ideas are implied or suggested.2. The main idea may be stated anywhere in a paragraph: at the beginning of a paragraph, in the middle of a paragraph or at the end of a paragraph.&

23、#160;    3. Very often one sentence in a paragraph tells the reader exactly what the main idea is. To pick up the main idea, sometimes we can just choose one complete sentence in the paragraph as in the above Example 3 or sometimes we have to write a sentence to summarize the main ide

24、a of a paragraph. Purpose: Introduce the reading skill to the Ss and improve their reading abilities.Method: Use multimedia instruction and talk in groups; Use task-based language teaching method, reading approach, communicative approach and total physical response method.T explains the reading skil

25、l (reading for the key idea in a sentence).Ss practice the skill by doing the exercise on page 97 in pairs.2. Passage Reading (Body Language)2.1 Lead-in and preparation for readingAsk the Ss “what is body language?”Body language is the quiet, secret and most powerful language of all!According to exp

26、erts, our non-verbal language communicates about 50% of what we really mean (voice tonality contributes 38%) while words themselves contribute a mere 7%.Our bodies send out messages constantly and often we don't recognize that we're communicating a lot more than we realize. Our understanding

27、 and use of non-verbal cues in facial expression are familiar to us nearly from birth2.2 Difficult SentencesSuch statements are examples of "snap judgments", opinions which are formed suddenly, seemingly on no sound reason at all. (Para. 1)Meaning: Such statements are examples of "sna

28、p judgments" they are opinions formed suddenly and they seem not to be based on reason. Others say "actions speak louder than words," usually in relation to keeping promises, paying bills or sending money home. (Para. 2)Meaning: Others say that people show what they really think and f

29、eel by what they do, rather than by what they say. This is usually connected to keeping a promise, paying bills or sending money home. Because people assume "you are what you say you are", they talk a lot to become acquainted with each other. (Para. 3)Meaning: Because people believe that t

30、hey can judge a person by what he is talking about, they talk a lot to become familiar with each other. As behavioral sciences develop, however, researchers find the importance of speech has been overestimated. (Para. 4)Meaning: However, with the development of behavioral science, researchers find t

31、hat the role of speech has been thought to be more important than it really is. These people aren't talking but they're "saying" a lot if you know the "body language" they're using. (Para. 5)Meaning: These people aren't actually speaking but they are giving a lot

32、of information if you understand the message sent through their every action.Those who easily become angry, excited, passive or resentful when driving or playing may be giving insights into the inside self. (Para. 6)Meaning: When people are driving a car or playing a game, those people who easily be

33、come angry, excited, or accept what is happening without attempting to change it, or easily become upset about something that they think it is unfair may be telling us something useful and valuable about their true nature.What you communicate through your kind of dress definitely influences others t

34、o accept the picture of yourself you are projecting; in the business world, the person who dresses like a successful manager is most likely to be promoted into a managing position. (Para. 7)Meaning: The messages sent through what and how you dress certainly have an effect on other people in regard t

35、o what you are feeling and thinking about in your mind. For example, a person in the business world who dresses in a way a successful manager does is most likely to be promoted to be a manager.Another sign of a person's nature is said to be found in his choices in architecture and furniture. A p

36、erson who really would like to live in a castle would probably be more at home in the Middle Ages. (Para. 9)Meaning: "People believe that what furniture a person chooses also tells us his nature. If a person really would like to live in a castle, he would feel more comfortable in the Middle Age

37、s."2.3Key Words and Expressionslack assume estimate imagine rub resent promotethe minute in relation to become acquainted with be content with 3. AssignmentT checks on Ss exercises on pages 97100T asks Ss to prepare the next unit.Purpose: To know if students master the vocabulary and phrases in

38、 this class. Method: Use task-based method.Unit 4I. Section A: How to Make a Good Impression 1. Teaching Objectives:1. To promote the students to think about the effective way of making a good impression.This unit is intended to explore other ways of good communication (nonverbal communication) in a

39、ddition to words, feelings and senses. After learning it, Ss are expected to understand how to master as well as to present good communication signs in an English culture, such as appearance, eye contact, gestures, movements, etc.2. Scan the text and understand the structure of the text “How to Make

40、 a Good Impression”.3. Understand the main idea of the text.2. Time Allotment:Section A (3 periods):1st-2nd period: Pre-reading activities (theme-related questions for warming up ;)While-reading activities (useful words and expressions; difficult sentences)3rdperiod: While-reading activities (text s

41、tructure; main ideas)Post-reading activities (comprehension questions; exercises)Section B (1period):4th periods: Practice of the reading skill (reading for the key idea in a sentence);T checks on Ss home reading by asking questions based on the passage. T explains some difficult sentences3. Teachin

42、g Procedures:3.1 Pre-reading ActivitiesStep 1 GreetingsGreet the whole class as usual.Step 2. Lead-in and preparation for readingListen to the tape and answer some questions: 1) How long does it take us to judge the people we meet?2) What is one way you can have a positive effect on other people?3)

43、What are the difficulties you have in social relationships?4) What is the key to being the best person you can be?Step 3. Fast readingAsk the Ss to scan the text and remind the students of keeping in mind the following questions: 1) How many tips did the author offer in the passage as to how to make

44、 a good impression? (4)2) What are they? (the italicized part of the passage)Let them get the main idea of each paragraph and make clear about the text structure.Text structure: (structured writing)Purpose: Improve the students reading and writing ability and understand the general idea of each para

45、graph.Method: Read the text individually and talk in groups; Use task-based language teaching method, reading approach, communicative approach and total physical response method.Part I (Para. 1-2): Research shows that we make up our minds about people through unspoken communication within seven seco

46、nds of meeting them. Part II (Para.3-14): The four qualities we can use to impress others：You are the message; be yourself; use your eyes; lighten up Part III (Para.15): We all have within ourselves the power to make a good impression. Just are ourselves and well make it.Step 4. Preparation for deta

47、ils of the text on the screenSs are required to look at the words and phrases on the screen and give a brief presentation in class.Words and Phrases: Purpose: Train the Ss ability of understanding and using foreign language.Method: Talk in groups, Use task-based language teaching method, communicati

48、ve approach and total physical response method.1) conscious: adj. realizing something 感覺到，意識到The children were conscious of their mother's unhappiness. 孩子們意識到母親的不快。fully awake; knowing what is happening around 處于清醒狀態，有知覺的The patient was conscious. 這位病人處于清醒狀態。2) range: v. occur (between certain l

49、imits) （在一定幅度或范圍內）變動，變化Prices range from $10 to $25. 價格從10美元到25美元不等。 put things in rows; order in a line or lines 排列，把排成行He had ranged the bottles from small to large in rows against the wall.他把瓶子從小到大靠墻排成幾排。n., a choice; a variety 種類；廣泛（性）They can take part in a wide range of free time activities. 他

50、們能參加各種各樣的業余活動。 the distance over which an object can be sent or thrown; the distance over which a sound can be heard, etc. 射程； 距離，范圍We are within range of their guns. 我們正處在他們大炮的射程之內。3). encounter: n. a meeting with someone that happens by chance 意外（或偶然）相遇a short encounter with a friend 與一位朋友的短暫相遇vt.

51、, meet or have to deal with (sth. bad, esp. a danger or difficulty)遇到，遭遇(尤指危險或困難)If you take up this assignment, you are likely to encounter many difficulties.如果你承擔這個任務, 就會遇到許多困難。4) absorbvt. hold someone's attention completely or interest someone greatly吸引的注意力，使感興趣History is a subject that abso

52、rbs her. 歷史是一門使她全身心投入的課程。take in and hold something 吸收This material absorbs water. 這種材料能吸水。5) drive someone crazy make someone feel very angry or annoyed逼得某人發瘋，或受不了His lack of order drove his girlfriend crazy. 他的不修邊幅令他的女友受不了。6) at one's best in one's best state or condition 處于最佳狀態，在全盛時期This

53、is an example of his work at its best. 這代表了他最佳時期的作品。7) communicate withspeak to; send a message to; be understood by (someone) 與.交談，與.交流We can communicate with each other by telephone. 我們可以用電話相互交流。8) lighten upsomething you say to tell someone to stop being so serious or annoyed 放松，不要生氣Lighten up, w

54、ould you? She didn't mean to break the glass. 別生氣了，行嗎？她不是有意打碎瓶子的。9) take .seriouslytreat a thing or person as important 認真地對待某人或某事Don't take him seriously-he's often joking. 別跟他認真- 他常開玩笑。3.2 While-reading ActivitiesStep 5. Intensive readingSs are asked to read the passage carefully again

55、 and answer some detailed questions on the screen. During the reading, there is an explanation for the following points:Language Points: 1. Research shows we make up our minds about people through unspoken communication within seven seconds of meeting them. (Para. 1)Meaning: "Research shows wit

56、hin the first seven seconds when we meet someone, we form our opinion about him or her through nonverbal communication." make up our minds about people: "form our opinions about people". The phrase "make up one's mind" also means "decide". For example, I haven&

57、#39;t made up my mind where to go yet.  我還沒決定去哪兒。 At the age of 8 she made up her mind to become a doctor. 她8歲時就打定主意要成為一名醫生。2. .causing a chain of reactions.(Para. 1)The phrase "causing a chain of reactions, ranging from comfort to fear." is an adverbial of result, used to describe th

58、e result of "show our true feelings." "a chain of something" means a sequence of them happening one after another, for example, a chain of events  一系列事件a chain of accidents 一系列的意外事故a chain of thoughts 一連串的想法a chain of bad luck 一連串倒霉的事情3. . I've helped them make persuasiv

59、e presentations, .(Para. 3)make a presentation: give a speech on sth. make an appealing presentation of the matter 對此作出吸引人的展示make a complete presentation of the present status of human knowledge of the science 4. .and so absorbed in the moment you lost all self-consciousness. (Para. 5)be absorbed (in): give all one's attention (to) sth.The artist was so absorbed in her work that