(共23张PPT)
Unit 1 Science and Scientists
(Project: Think outside the box)
年 级:高二年级
学 科:高中英语
To learn about some inventions both in ancient and modern times
To design your product and present it to your class
To make a dialogue about your new invention
Learning Objectives
Paper-making
Gunpowder
Printing
Compass
What are the four great inventions of ancient China
What’s the purpose of each invention
(图片来源:百度图库)
Paper-making
Invented by Cai Lun during the Eastern Han Dynasty, papering making revolutionized the way information was recorded and transmitted. It greatly facilitated the spread of knowledge, culture and ideas.
(图片来源:百度图库)
Gunpowder
The invention of gunpowder had a close relationship with the advanced ancient workmanship of smelting industry. People began to know a lot of chemistry knowledge about the nature of different mineral materials during the process of smelting operation. With the knowledge, ancient people discovered an explosive mixture which finally led to the invention of gunpowder.
(图片来源:百度图库)
Printing
Invented by Bi Sheng in the 11th century during the Song Dynasty, printing allowed for the mass production of books and documents. This breakthrough made written materials more accessible to a wider audience, promoting literacy and education.
(图片来源:百度图库)
Compass
The earliest reference to a magnetic device used as a "direction finder" is in a Song Dynasty book. Here there is a description of an iron "south-pointing fish" floating in a bowl of water, aligning itself to the south. However, the first suspended magnetic needle compass was written of by Shen Kuo in his book of AD 1088.
(图片来源:百度图库)
High-speed Railway
Sweep Payment
Shared Bicycle
Online Shopping
What are the four great inventions of modern times
Can you think of some inventions used in our daily life
electric light bulb
laptop
sweeping robot
the washing machine
(图片来源:百度图库)
The first is imagination.
Hard work is needed.
Enough support is also needed.
Think: What do we need to make a new invention
1 Look at the pictures on page 11 and discuss these questions in groups.
What is the purpose of each invention
Why is the invention unusual
Words for reference: solar panel; to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy; to ride on powered rocket roller skates; shark fin
solar panel hat
intelligent robot dog
powered rocket
roller skates
bio-dynamic fan
goldfish shark-fin
to collect solar energy
to accompany and play with people
to power the fan by electricity generated from the mouse
to be used as a new way of transportation
to build up goldfish's swimming speed
2 Choose one of the inventions, and brainstorm as many reasons as you can to explain how and why the invention is useful.
reasons
It is a solution to..
It makes .. more convenient
It improves the efficiency of…
It is a breakthrough …
…
It is a solution to energy shortage.
It makes raising a dog more convenient and is especially suitable for today’s young people.
It makes commute more convenient and you even don’t have to park your car!
It can save energy and also make the mouse have fun.
It is a solution to low confidence of the goldfish.
solar panel hat
intelligent robot dog
powered rocket
roller skates
bio-dynamic fan
goldfish shark-fin
What is the giant shark-fin fastened around the goldfish used for
Since inventions are meant to solve real world problems, what kind of problem do you think this invention is trying to solve?
Further Thinking
To boost goldfish’s self-confidence
To build up goldfish's swimming speed
To help goldfish into deep water
To attract other goldfish's attention better
Further Thinking
Now let’s create our own inventions!
3 Divide the following tasks within your group:
write down ideas for the invention
serve as the presenter for the product/invention
make props and pictures for the invention
What are the standards for a good presentation
Standards
content
form
result
other details
the ideas for the invention
article
dialogue
advantages of the new invention
reasonable and clear prices
pictures
audio or video
supportive customers
4 Create your product and present it to your class.
Presenter: Does your goldfish suffer from low self -confidence Is he afraid to go out into deep water Do female goldfish refuse to return his calls Then you can buy him our new Goldfish Shark-Fin For just 999 yuan, you can turn your goldfish into a real go- getter!
Woman: Since I bought the Goldfish Shark-Fin for my Henry, he has turned into a new fish! Now he swims with the big fish! I'm so proud of him!
Presenter: You too can change the life of your fish! For just 999 yuan! Hurry! Buy it today!
Example:
Presenter: Do you have trouble getting to class on time Feel tired of walking to work Do you need some more zip in your step Then try our new Rocket Roller Skates. Just strap on the rocket pack, put on your Al self driving roller skates, and you're off !
Man: Since I bought the Rocket Roller Skates, I am never late for anything. And the Al self-driving system is a dream! I can even take a nap while zipping through traffic. It’s such a dream!
Presenter: You don't ever have to be late again! For just 999 yuan! Hurry! Buy it today before supplies run out!
5 As a class, vote on the best product/invention.
1. Share your inventions online.
2. By looking for some information online, find out the characteristics and functions of creative thinking, as well as the basic process of using creative thinking to solve problems.
3. Make a poster to share your findings.
Homework