人教新目标(Go for it)版七年级下册 Unit 5 Why do you like pandas Section B 2a-2c 教案

Go For It 7B Unit 5 Section B 2a-6e
Analysis of teaching material What: The teaching material is a passage about the importance of saving elephants in Thailand. It describes the significance of elephants as a cultural symbol and their intelligence and abilities, while also highlighting the danger they face due to human activities such as deforestation and ivory poaching. Why: The purpose of the passage is to raise awareness among students about the importance of protecting elephants and to encourage them to take action by avoiding the purchase of ivory products and promoting conservation efforts. How: The author uses descriptive language to highlight the unique characteristics and abilities of elephants, as well as emotive language to convey the urgency and importance of the issue.
Teaching objectives By the end of the session, most students will be able to understand the Goldilocks' story and tell simple stories with simple past tense. This will be achieved by: 1. Identifying the main idea and key details of the passage. 2. Discussing the significance of elephants in Thai culture and the threats they face. 3. Analyzing the author's use of descriptive and emotive language to convey the importance of conservation efforts.
Teaching focus The teaching focus will primarily deal with reading comprehension and vocabulary. Students will be encouraged to use context clues and other strategies to infer the meaning of unfamiliar words.
Anticipated difficulties Students may struggle with some of the more complex concepts presented in the passage, such as "deforestation" and "poaching". Students may also have difficulty identifying the main idea of the passage, especially if they are not familiar with the cultural significance of elephants in Thailand. Additionally, some students may have preconceptions or biases about the issue of conservation that could affect their engagement with the material.
Teaching procedure Step 1 Lead-in 1. Begin the lesson by asking students if they know any facts about elephants, and if they have ever seen an elephant in person or in a video. 2. Introduce the topic of the lesson, explaining that they will be reading a passage about the importance of saving elephants in Thailand. 3. Ask students why they think it might be important to protect elephants, and what they know about the threats facing elephants today. Step 2 Listen and read 1.Have students listen to a recording of the passage being read aloud, while following along with the text on a handout or on the board. 2. Encourage students to underline or highlight any unfamiliar vocabulary words as they read. 3. After the reading is complete, ask students to share their thoughts about the passage, and any questions they may have. Step 3 Group work Divide students into small groups and assign each group a specific section of the passage to analyze in depth. Provide each group with a set of questions to guide their analysis, such as "What is the main idea of this section ", "What are some key details or examples that support the main idea ", and "How does the author use language to convey the significance of this information " Allow time for each group to discuss their section and prepare a summary to share with the whole class. Step 4 Summary 1. Ask each group to share their summary of their assigned section with the class. 2. Encourage other students to ask questions or provide additional insights based on the summaries shared. 3. Use this time to clarify any misconceptions or address any questions that may have arisen during the group work. Step 5 Exercises Provide students with a set of exercises to reinforce their understanding of the passage and related vocabulary. These may include multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blank sentences, or short-answer questions. Encourage students to work in pairs or small groups to discuss their answers and collaborate on any questions they may be unsure of. Review the answers as a class, and take time to address any remaining questions or areas of confusion. Introductions Step 1: Lead-in The lead-in step is intended to help students get engaged with the topic of the lesson and activate their prior knowledge about elephants. By asking students what they know about elephants and why they think it is important to protect them, the teacher can create a connection between the students and the lesson content. This step also helps to set the stage for the listening and reading activities to come. Step 2: Listen and read The listen and read step is intended to help students develop their reading and listening skills while building their comprehension of the passage. By providing a recording of the passage being read aloud, students can improve their listening skills and better understand the flow and intonation of the language used. Following along with the text can also help students develop their reading skills and build their vocabulary. Step 3: Group work The group work step is intended to help students work collaboratively to analyze the passage in more depth. By dividing students into small groups and assigning each group a specific section of the passage, the teacher can create opportunities for students to engage with the material on a deeper level. This step also encourages students to work together and share their insights with one another, building their communication and critical thinking skills. Step 4: Summary The summary step is intended to help students synthesize their understanding of the passage and develop their ability to summarize key information. By asking each group to share their summary of their assigned section with the class, the teacher can create opportunities for all students to learn from one another and build their comprehension of the passage as a whole. Step 5: Exercises The exercises step is intended to help students reinforce their understanding of the passage and related vocabulary. By providing a set of exercises, the teacher can help students practice using the language and concepts introduced in the lesson. This step also encourages students to work together and discuss their answers, building their communication and critical thinking skills.
Homework: Contemplate on what students can do to help safeguard the animals on the brink of extinction and write a short composition in no less than 100 words entitled “let’s save the pandas” and revise your writing by self-evaluation and peer-evaluation.
Blackboard design Unit 5 Why do you like pandas Section B 2b Let’s save the elephants Importance in Thailand Facts and figures first flag had ______ people _____ many trees symbol of ______ people kill them for ______ today there are _____ (over _____before) Abilities can play ______ How to save them can also ______ well don’t cut down so many ______ can _____ places with food and water don’t ______ things made of ivory ______ is Thai Elephant Day
Reflection Overall, these teaching procedures are designed to engage students with the topic of saving elephants in Thailand while building their reading, listening, and critical thinking skills. By incorporating a variety of activities and encouraging collaboration among students, the teacher can create a dynamic and engaging learning environment that supports student learning and growth.