Unit 6 Hitting the road单元整体教案（6课时）外研版（2024）英语七年级下册
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Unit 6 Hitting the road
Starting out
Study of the Text
What: The text focuses on travel and cultural experiences. It contains various activities designed to teach students the benefits and challenges of travelling, as well as how to describe and share their travel experiences using appropriate language.
Why: The author's intention appears to promote appreciation of travel and cross cultural experiences, as well as to develop students' language skills related to describing and sharing their travel adventures. The text may also aim to encourage students to embrace new experiences and be open minded when encountering different cultures.
How: The text explores the idea that travel can broaden one's horizons and provide new experiences. It encourages students to reflect on their own travel experiences and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different types of travel.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.learn more about travel.
2.talk about travel experiences.
3.understand the importance of travel.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Learning Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To learn more about travel. Step 1 Lead in Begin with a discussion about summer vacation travel plans. Questions: What's your travel plan Where do you want to go How do you get there The effectiveness of the free talk will be measured by students' engagement in the con versation and their ability to express per sonal opinions and plans clearly.
Purpose To activate students' prior knowledge and personal experiences related to travel, stimulating interest and enthusiasm for the upcoming content of travel and exploration.
2.To talk about travel experiences. Step 2 Presentation 1.Show a picture of a father and a son climbing a mountain and ask students to describe what they see using the new vocabulary. 2.Share three famous quotes about travel from Xunzi, Seneca, and Gustave Flaubert and lead a discussion on what each quote implies about the benefits of travel. Success will be assessed through students' atten tive participation in the vocabulary review, their descriptive abilities to use new words, and their comprehension and reflection on the philo sophical quotes.
Purpose To introduce and reinforce important words and concepts related to travel and exploration, preparing students for deeper discussions and activities.
3.To understand the importance of travel. Step 3 Practice 1.Prompt students to think and share their thoughts of the classical book Around the World in Eighty Days and the unique ways used by the characters. 2.Discuss the excitement and adventure of the various travel ways described in the book, reflecting on how these might relate to modern day travel. The effectiveness of this practice will be evaluated by the richness of the students' contributions, showing their ability to connect literature with real life experiences and to express personal opin ions creatively.
Purpose To encourage critical thinking and creativity by connecting literary examples to personal and contemporary contexts, fostering deeper appreciation of the theme of travel.
Homework Required: Read thoroughly and recite the newly learned expressions. Optional: Make an English poster about your new travel plan.
Teaching Reflection
Understanding ideas—Reading
Study of the Text
What: The text is about travel experiences, specifically focusing on understanding ideas related to travelling. The content includes a reading passage, vocabulary exercises, and discussions and it helps students learn about and discuss different aspects of travel.
Why: The author's intention appears to be twofold. Firstly, it aims to foster a sense of appreciation and understanding of travel experiences and the benefits of exploring new places. By prompting students to think about their own travel experiences or preferences, the text encourages introspection and reflection on the value of travel. Secondly, the text seeks to promote cultural awareness and empathy by discussing different travel experiences and perspectives. This could be an attempt to instill values such as open mindedness and curiosity about the world.
How: The lesson starts with direct questions to engage students. It utilises simple and clear language, making it accessible and relatable. The use of questions and pictures creates an interactive learning environment, encouraging students to think critically and make connections between the visual content and their own lives. The text also seems to be structured in a way that allows for easy discussion, possibly in a classroom setting, with each section designed to facilitate thoughts and dialogues.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.use words and expressions to talk about a place.
2.know about the “hot and cool” travel in Sichuan.
3.get the details about the travel.
4.explore the meaning of travel.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To use words and expressions to talk about a place. Step 1 Lead in Ask students“Can you tell me something about Chengdu ” This question encourages students to share their knowledge and experiences related to Chengdu. Engagement will be assessed by their will ingness to share and the accuracy of the infor mation provided.
Purpose To engage students in the topic of Chengdu by creating an interactive atmosphere and introducing key words related to the city.
2.To know about the“hot and cool”travel in Sichuan. Step 2 Pre reading Students look at pictures and predict what they might read in the passage. For example, they might see images of Sichuan hot pot and a mask from the Sanxingdui Museum. They are asked to predict what the author might experience in Chengdu. Observe whether stu dents can correctly match images with relevant words and make reasonable predictions about the content of the passage.
Purpose To introduce key words and concepts related to the reading, helping students build a mental framework for understanding the text and making predictions.
3.To get the details about the travel. Step 3 While reading 1.Students read the passage quickly to find out what the writer ate and saw. 2.Then they read the passage aloud and carefully, ticking the ideas mentioned in the text. Correctly answer the questions about the author's dining experi ences and visit to the museum, along with accurate identification of the ideas in the passage.
Purpose To enhance students' reading comprehension skills, teaching them how to extract and summarise essential information from a text.
4.To explore the meaning of travel. Step 4 Post reading 1.Students complete the chart with the words and expressions from the passage. ◎Key: (1)Sichuan hot pot (2)my mouth (3)drank (4)enjoy (5)Cooking (6)cool (7)fantastic (8)full of fun 2.Consolidation Have a discussion: What do you think the title means Observe whether students can succeed in filling out the chart, demon strating a clear under standing of the passage details.
Purpose To reinforce the content of the passage and improve students' ability to use the language effectively.
Homework Required: 1. Share the experience of“hot and cool”with your friends and try to retell the travel in Sichuan. 2. Describe an experience of your travel. Optional: Make a travel plan.
Teaching Reflection
Understanding ideas—Grammar
Study of the Text
What: The grammar lesson presents equal comparison, filling in the blanks, completing the postcard, and discussing some interesting experiences in travel.
Why: The author's intention is to educate students about the benefits and challenges of travel, fostering cultural awareness and appreciation of different ways of experiencing the world. By presenting various travel experiences, the text encourages students to reflect on their own preference and attitudes towards travel. Additionally, the focus on describing travel experiences helps improve communication skills.
How: The lesson uses a variety of teaching methods. It uses visual aids, such as mind maps and photographs, to enhance understanding and engagement. The lesson allows for both individual work and group discussions, promoting collaboration and interaction among students.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.know the function and sentence structure as…as.
2.compare items using as…as and describe things.
3.discuss fun things to do while travelling.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To know the function and sen tence structure as…as. Step 1 Grammar rules 1.Begin with a brief introduction to Chengdu, China, using sentences from the reading passage to summarise the grammar rules. 2.Let's find the grammar rules. 3.Fill in the blanks using as…as or so…as. (详见课件资源) 4.Rewrite the sentences using (more/less)…than or as…as. Assess students' en gagement and understand ing by their ability to identify and explain the grammar rules used in these sentences.
Purpose To introduce students to the grammar rules of comparative and superlative forms, setting the stage for the following reading and discussion.
2.To compare items using as…as and describe things. Step 2 Visit Iguazu Falls Complete the postcard using as…as or (more)…than to describe the travellers' experience. Observe whether stu dents can correctly use as…as and (more)…than in the context of the postcard.
Purpose To provide students with practical application of the grammar rules learned in Step 1, enhancing their writing skills and cultural understanding.
3.To discuss fun things to do while travelling. Step 3 Work in pairs Discuss fun things to do while travelling. Put them in the thinking map.Use the words and expressions from the reading passage and the Useful expressions to help you. Observe whether students can talk about fun things in group discussions and group presentations.
Purpose To reinforce the grammar points learned in the lesson through practical exercises, ensuring that students can use the target language accurately and confidently.
Homework Required: 1.Review the function and sentence structure as…as. 2.Summarise the grammar points in this unit. Optional: Make a picture book about travel around the world and introduce it using as…as.
Teaching Reflection
Developing ideas—Listening and speaking
Study of the Text
What: The text is about the theme of developing ideas related to travel experiences.The listening is shown as a vlog.You can also learn how to express surprise.
Why: The author's intention appears to enhance students' understanding of different aspects of travelling, such as cultural experiences, food, and the spirit of adventure. Listen for certain details to get to understand listening skills.
How: The text employs various techniques to develop the topic. The text also includes listening tasks, where students listen to a speaker talking about her trip and the special feelings while travelling.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.learn something about a vlog.
2.get the details of the listening.
3.use words and expressions used in the listening to talk about travel.
4.talk about travel in pairs.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To learn something about a vlog. Step 1 Pre listening Look and predict. Begin with a brief introduction to the topic of travel and the vlog. Show images of a person taking a photo or making a video with a phone. Focus on students' active engagement in identify ing and naming the activ ities and their responses to the questions.
Purpose To arouse students' interest in the topic of travel and vlogging, activate their prior knowledge, and set the stage for the upcoming listening activities.
2.To get the details of the listening. Step 2 While listening 1.Listen to the speech and choose the correct situation. 2.Phonetics in use.(详见课件资源) 3.Listen again and complete the personal homepage. 4.Listen to the vlog and complete the notes. Pay attention to stu dents' pronunciation skills and their ability to recognize and produce expressions of surprise.
Purpose To develop students' listening comprehension skills, attention to details, and pronunciation abilities, reinforcing key words and phonetic elements.
3.To use words and expressions used in the listening to talk about travel. 4.To talk about travel in pairs. Step 3 Post listening 1.Work in pairs. Talk about your favourite kind of travelling and share what you can learn from it. 2.Discuss the types of travel students like and the reasons. Use a brainstorming session to generate a list of travel preferences. Observe whether students can use positive and en couraging language in a simulated conversations.
Purpose To provide students with opportunities to practise speaking and listening skills in a real life context, fostering peer interaction and reinforcing the use of positive language.
Homework Required: 1.Read the conversations in the listening text. 2.Think and try to write down what you learn from travelling. Optional: Interview your family and ask why they like to travel.
Teaching Reflection
Developing ideas—Reading for writing
Study of the Text
What: It's about exploring the adventures of Xu Xiake, a famous Chinese traveller. It requires students to complete a chart with information from the reading passage and write a short introduction to another great traveller.
Why: The author's intention behind this article is to promote cross cultural understanding and appreciation by sharing Xu Xiake's travel experiences. Through engaging students in stories and related activities, the author aims to stimulate students' curiosity, encourage their critical thinking, and foster a desire to learn more about the world.
How: The passage uses a narrative style and attracts students with vivid descriptions. It incorporates various exercises and tasks throughout the course, such as vocabulary building, understanding questions and writing prompts, to help learners develop their language skills while exploring travel topics.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.learn about Xu Xiake's travel experiences and his achievements.
2.learn to use some words and expressions to describe a traveller.
3.write a short introduction to another great traveller.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To learn about Xu Xiake's travel experiences and his achievements. Step 1 Pre reading Students will predict what the passage might be about based on the title“Exploring the unexplored”and the image of Xu Xiake. Observe whether students can make predictions correctly about the content of the passage and their understanding of key words related to exploration and travel.
Purpose To engage students in the topic of exploration and travel, activate their prior knowledge, and set the stage for the reading activities.
2.To learn to use some words and expressions to de scribe a traveller. Step 2 While reading 1.Read and think. What does the title mean 2.Read for details. Read again and complete the chart on page 94. ◎Key: (1)traveller (2)seas and mountains (3)set out (4)many geographical discoveries (5)higher (6)learn about 3.Read and answer the questions. (1)Why does the writer start from Xu Xiake's last year (2)Why does the writer mention Tiandu Peak and Lianhua Peak (3)Can you think of another title for the passage 4.Think and share. (1)What do you think of Xu Xiake (2)Do you want to be someone like Xu Xiake. Talk and share your opinions. Pay attention to stu dents' understanding of the passage and check if they can get the details correctly.
Purpose To develop students' reading comprehension skills and their ability to extract and summarise key information from a text, while highlighting the themes of exploration and perseverance.
3.To write a short introduction to another great trav eller. Step 3 Post reading Write a short introduction to another great traveller. 1.Plan your introduction and answer the questions.(详见课件资源) 2.Write your introduction. 3.Please check your writing. 4.Share your short introduction with the class. Observe if students can relate the passage to their own lives and draw meaningful conclusions about the importance of exploration and travel.
Purpose To encourage critical thinking and personal reflection, allowing students to connect the text to their own lives and draw meaningful conclusions about the importance of exploration and perseverance.
Homework Required: 1.Finish your writing. 2.Search on the Internet for information about other great travellers today. Optional: Write a short introduction to a great traveller today.
Teaching Reflection
Presenting ideas & Reflection
Study of the Text
What: The text is focused on presenting ideas related to travel planning and sharing personal experiences. It guides students through various aspects of creating a travel plan, including choosing destinations, activities, and accommodations. The text also encourages students to reflect on their own travel experiences and share them with others.
Why: The intention behind this text is to provide students with practical tools and strategies for planning trips and sharing their travel experiences. By doing so, the text aims to enhance students' communication skills, cultural awareness, and appreciation of different places and experiences. Additionally, the text promotes the value of personal exploration and adventure, encouraging students to embrace new challenges and broaden their horizons through travel.
How: The text is structured in a step by step manner, providing clear instructions and examples for each stage of the travel planning process. It helps students practise their writing skills and develop their ability to express opinions and preference related to travel. It provides inspiration and motivation for students to create their own travel plans.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.know how to search for information on places of interest in a city/town.
2.learn about local different places including restaurants, parks and museums and their features.
3.present the travel plan to the class confidently and vote on the best three travel plans and presentations.
4.reflect what you have learned.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To know how to search for infor mation on places of interest in a city/town. Step 1 Pre task Present images or descriptions of famous land marks in Beijing such as the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. Search for information on places of interest. From students' perform ance, we can understand their existing know ledge of Beijing.
Purpose To stimulate students' interest in travel and cultural exploration, encouraging them to think critically about destinations and activities.
2.To learn about local different places including restaurants, parks and museums and their features. Step 2 While task 1.Make a one day travel plan for a foreign friend. Take a group vote to decide on the activities. 2.Create your travel plan. Focus on students' team work and whether they can present a coherent and engaging travel it inerary. Provide help in time.
Purpose To develop students' organisational and presentation skills, deepening their under standing of rich history and culture.
3.To present the travel plan to the class confidently and vote on the best three travel plans and presenta tions. Step 3 Post task 1.Practise and present your travel plan to the class. 2.Vote on the best three travel plans and the best three presentations. Conduct peer assess ment using the checklist, followed by a teacher led feedback session.
Purpose To encourage self assessment and peer feedback, promoting continuous improvement in oral presentation skills.
4.To reflect what you have learned. Step 4 Reflection 1.After completing this unit,I understand more about the meaning of travel. 2.To express my understanding, I can… □ use words and expressions in the unit to talk about travel: □ use as…as to describe travel experiences. □ explain the meaning of travel. *1=excellent, 2=good, 3=not yet 3.I still need to improve: Observe students' self reflection and evaluate their mastery of the target language.
Purpose To help students reflect on their learning and language skills.
Homework Required: Write a letter to introduce your travel plan in the winter holiday. Optional: Search for more information on places of interest in different countries, choose one of the most interesting places and introduce it in class.
Teaching Reflection
Unit 6 Hitting the road
Starting out
Study of the Text
What: The text focuses on travel and cultural experiences. It contains various activities designed to teach students the benefits and challenges of travelling, as well as how to describe and share their travel experiences using appropriate language.
Why: The author's intention appears to promote appreciation of travel and cross cultural experiences, as well as to develop students' language skills related to describing and sharing their travel adventures. The text may also aim to encourage students to embrace new experiences and be open minded when encountering different cultures.
How: The text explores the idea that travel can broaden one's horizons and provide new experiences. It encourages students to reflect on their own travel experiences and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different types of travel.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.learn more about travel.
2.talk about travel experiences.
3.understand the importance of travel.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Learning Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To learn more about travel. Step 1 Lead in Begin with a discussion about summer vacation travel plans. Questions: What's your travel plan Where do you want to go How do you get there The effectiveness of the free talk will be measured by students' engagement in the con versation and their ability to express per sonal opinions and plans clearly.
Purpose To activate students' prior knowledge and personal experiences related to travel, stimulating interest and enthusiasm for the upcoming content of travel and exploration.
2.To talk about travel experiences. Step 2 Presentation 1.Show a picture of a father and a son climbing a mountain and ask students to describe what they see using the new vocabulary. 2.Share three famous quotes about travel from Xunzi, Seneca, and Gustave Flaubert and lead a discussion on what each quote implies about the benefits of travel. Success will be assessed through students' atten tive participation in the vocabulary review, their descriptive abilities to use new words, and their comprehension and reflection on the philo sophical quotes.
Purpose To introduce and reinforce important words and concepts related to travel and exploration, preparing students for deeper discussions and activities.
3.To understand the importance of travel. Step 3 Practice 1.Prompt students to think and share their thoughts of the classical book Around the World in Eighty Days and the unique ways used by the characters. 2.Discuss the excitement and adventure of the various travel ways described in the book, reflecting on how these might relate to modern day travel. The effectiveness of this practice will be evaluated by the richness of the students' contributions, showing their ability to connect literature with real life experiences and to express personal opin ions creatively.
Purpose To encourage critical thinking and creativity by connecting literary examples to personal and contemporary contexts, fostering deeper appreciation of the theme of travel.
Homework Required: Read thoroughly and recite the newly learned expressions. Optional: Make an English poster about your new travel plan.
Teaching Reflection
Understanding ideas—Reading
Study of the Text
What: The text is about travel experiences, specifically focusing on understanding ideas related to travelling. The content includes a reading passage, vocabulary exercises, and discussions and it helps students learn about and discuss different aspects of travel.
Why: The author's intention appears to be twofold. Firstly, it aims to foster a sense of appreciation and understanding of travel experiences and the benefits of exploring new places. By prompting students to think about their own travel experiences or preferences, the text encourages introspection and reflection on the value of travel. Secondly, the text seeks to promote cultural awareness and empathy by discussing different travel experiences and perspectives. This could be an attempt to instill values such as open mindedness and curiosity about the world.
How: The lesson starts with direct questions to engage students. It utilises simple and clear language, making it accessible and relatable. The use of questions and pictures creates an interactive learning environment, encouraging students to think critically and make connections between the visual content and their own lives. The text also seems to be structured in a way that allows for easy discussion, possibly in a classroom setting, with each section designed to facilitate thoughts and dialogues.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.use words and expressions to talk about a place.
2.know about the “hot and cool” travel in Sichuan.
3.get the details about the travel.
4.explore the meaning of travel.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To use words and expressions to talk about a place. Step 1 Lead in Ask students“Can you tell me something about Chengdu ” This question encourages students to share their knowledge and experiences related to Chengdu. Engagement will be assessed by their will ingness to share and the accuracy of the infor mation provided.
Purpose To engage students in the topic of Chengdu by creating an interactive atmosphere and introducing key words related to the city.
2.To know about the“hot and cool”travel in Sichuan. Step 2 Pre reading Students look at pictures and predict what they might read in the passage. For example, they might see images of Sichuan hot pot and a mask from the Sanxingdui Museum. They are asked to predict what the author might experience in Chengdu. Observe whether stu dents can correctly match images with relevant words and make reasonable predictions about the content of the passage.
Purpose To introduce key words and concepts related to the reading, helping students build a mental framework for understanding the text and making predictions.
3.To get the details about the travel. Step 3 While reading 1.Students read the passage quickly to find out what the writer ate and saw. 2.Then they read the passage aloud and carefully, ticking the ideas mentioned in the text. Correctly answer the questions about the author's dining experi ences and visit to the museum, along with accurate identification of the ideas in the passage.
Purpose To enhance students' reading comprehension skills, teaching them how to extract and summarise essential information from a text.
4.To explore the meaning of travel. Step 4 Post reading 1.Students complete the chart with the words and expressions from the passage. ◎Key: (1)Sichuan hot pot (2)my mouth (3)drank (4)enjoy (5)Cooking (6)cool (7)fantastic (8)full of fun 2.Consolidation Have a discussion: What do you think the title means Observe whether students can succeed in filling out the chart, demon strating a clear under standing of the passage details.
Purpose To reinforce the content of the passage and improve students' ability to use the language effectively.
Homework Required: 1. Share the experience of“hot and cool”with your friends and try to retell the travel in Sichuan. 2. Describe an experience of your travel. Optional: Make a travel plan.
Teaching Reflection
Understanding ideas—Grammar
Study of the Text
What: The grammar lesson presents equal comparison, filling in the blanks, completing the postcard, and discussing some interesting experiences in travel.
Why: The author's intention is to educate students about the benefits and challenges of travel, fostering cultural awareness and appreciation of different ways of experiencing the world. By presenting various travel experiences, the text encourages students to reflect on their own preference and attitudes towards travel. Additionally, the focus on describing travel experiences helps improve communication skills.
How: The lesson uses a variety of teaching methods. It uses visual aids, such as mind maps and photographs, to enhance understanding and engagement. The lesson allows for both individual work and group discussions, promoting collaboration and interaction among students.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.know the function and sentence structure as…as.
2.compare items using as…as and describe things.
3.discuss fun things to do while travelling.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To know the function and sen tence structure as…as. Step 1 Grammar rules 1.Begin with a brief introduction to Chengdu, China, using sentences from the reading passage to summarise the grammar rules. 2.Let's find the grammar rules. 3.Fill in the blanks using as…as or so…as. (详见课件资源) 4.Rewrite the sentences using (more/less)…than or as…as. Assess students' en gagement and understand ing by their ability to identify and explain the grammar rules used in these sentences.
Purpose To introduce students to the grammar rules of comparative and superlative forms, setting the stage for the following reading and discussion.
2.To compare items using as…as and describe things. Step 2 Visit Iguazu Falls Complete the postcard using as…as or (more)…than to describe the travellers' experience. Observe whether stu dents can correctly use as…as and (more)…than in the context of the postcard.
Purpose To provide students with practical application of the grammar rules learned in Step 1, enhancing their writing skills and cultural understanding.
3.To discuss fun things to do while travelling. Step 3 Work in pairs Discuss fun things to do while travelling. Put them in the thinking map.Use the words and expressions from the reading passage and the Useful expressions to help you. Observe whether students can talk about fun things in group discussions and group presentations.
Purpose To reinforce the grammar points learned in the lesson through practical exercises, ensuring that students can use the target language accurately and confidently.
Homework Required: 1.Review the function and sentence structure as…as. 2.Summarise the grammar points in this unit. Optional: Make a picture book about travel around the world and introduce it using as…as.
Teaching Reflection
Developing ideas—Listening and speaking
Study of the Text
What: The text is about the theme of developing ideas related to travel experiences.The listening is shown as a vlog.You can also learn how to express surprise.
Why: The author's intention appears to enhance students' understanding of different aspects of travelling, such as cultural experiences, food, and the spirit of adventure. Listen for certain details to get to understand listening skills.
How: The text employs various techniques to develop the topic. The text also includes listening tasks, where students listen to a speaker talking about her trip and the special feelings while travelling.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.learn something about a vlog.
2.get the details of the listening.
3.use words and expressions used in the listening to talk about travel.
4.talk about travel in pairs.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To learn something about a vlog. Step 1 Pre listening Look and predict. Begin with a brief introduction to the topic of travel and the vlog. Show images of a person taking a photo or making a video with a phone. Focus on students' active engagement in identify ing and naming the activ ities and their responses to the questions.
Purpose To arouse students' interest in the topic of travel and vlogging, activate their prior knowledge, and set the stage for the upcoming listening activities.
2.To get the details of the listening. Step 2 While listening 1.Listen to the speech and choose the correct situation. 2.Phonetics in use.(详见课件资源) 3.Listen again and complete the personal homepage. 4.Listen to the vlog and complete the notes. Pay attention to stu dents' pronunciation skills and their ability to recognize and produce expressions of surprise.
Purpose To develop students' listening comprehension skills, attention to details, and pronunciation abilities, reinforcing key words and phonetic elements.
3.To use words and expressions used in the listening to talk about travel. 4.To talk about travel in pairs. Step 3 Post listening 1.Work in pairs. Talk about your favourite kind of travelling and share what you can learn from it. 2.Discuss the types of travel students like and the reasons. Use a brainstorming session to generate a list of travel preferences. Observe whether students can use positive and en couraging language in a simulated conversations.
Purpose To provide students with opportunities to practise speaking and listening skills in a real life context, fostering peer interaction and reinforcing the use of positive language.
Homework Required: 1.Read the conversations in the listening text. 2.Think and try to write down what you learn from travelling. Optional: Interview your family and ask why they like to travel.
Teaching Reflection
Developing ideas—Reading for writing
Study of the Text
What: It's about exploring the adventures of Xu Xiake, a famous Chinese traveller. It requires students to complete a chart with information from the reading passage and write a short introduction to another great traveller.
Why: The author's intention behind this article is to promote cross cultural understanding and appreciation by sharing Xu Xiake's travel experiences. Through engaging students in stories and related activities, the author aims to stimulate students' curiosity, encourage their critical thinking, and foster a desire to learn more about the world.
How: The passage uses a narrative style and attracts students with vivid descriptions. It incorporates various exercises and tasks throughout the course, such as vocabulary building, understanding questions and writing prompts, to help learners develop their language skills while exploring travel topics.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.learn about Xu Xiake's travel experiences and his achievements.
2.learn to use some words and expressions to describe a traveller.
3.write a short introduction to another great traveller.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To learn about Xu Xiake's travel experiences and his achievements. Step 1 Pre reading Students will predict what the passage might be about based on the title“Exploring the unexplored”and the image of Xu Xiake. Observe whether students can make predictions correctly about the content of the passage and their understanding of key words related to exploration and travel.
Purpose To engage students in the topic of exploration and travel, activate their prior knowledge, and set the stage for the reading activities.
2.To learn to use some words and expressions to de scribe a traveller. Step 2 While reading 1.Read and think. What does the title mean 2.Read for details. Read again and complete the chart on page 94. ◎Key: (1)traveller (2)seas and mountains (3)set out (4)many geographical discoveries (5)higher (6)learn about 3.Read and answer the questions. (1)Why does the writer start from Xu Xiake's last year (2)Why does the writer mention Tiandu Peak and Lianhua Peak (3)Can you think of another title for the passage 4.Think and share. (1)What do you think of Xu Xiake (2)Do you want to be someone like Xu Xiake. Talk and share your opinions. Pay attention to stu dents' understanding of the passage and check if they can get the details correctly.
Purpose To develop students' reading comprehension skills and their ability to extract and summarise key information from a text, while highlighting the themes of exploration and perseverance.
3.To write a short introduction to another great trav eller. Step 3 Post reading Write a short introduction to another great traveller. 1.Plan your introduction and answer the questions.(详见课件资源) 2.Write your introduction. 3.Please check your writing. 4.Share your short introduction with the class. Observe if students can relate the passage to their own lives and draw meaningful conclusions about the importance of exploration and travel.
Purpose To encourage critical thinking and personal reflection, allowing students to connect the text to their own lives and draw meaningful conclusions about the importance of exploration and perseverance.
Homework Required: 1.Finish your writing. 2.Search on the Internet for information about other great travellers today. Optional: Write a short introduction to a great traveller today.
Teaching Reflection
Presenting ideas & Reflection
Study of the Text
What: The text is focused on presenting ideas related to travel planning and sharing personal experiences. It guides students through various aspects of creating a travel plan, including choosing destinations, activities, and accommodations. The text also encourages students to reflect on their own travel experiences and share them with others.
Why: The intention behind this text is to provide students with practical tools and strategies for planning trips and sharing their travel experiences. By doing so, the text aims to enhance students' communication skills, cultural awareness, and appreciation of different places and experiences. Additionally, the text promotes the value of personal exploration and adventure, encouraging students to embrace new challenges and broaden their horizons through travel.
How: The text is structured in a step by step manner, providing clear instructions and examples for each stage of the travel planning process. It helps students practise their writing skills and develop their ability to express opinions and preference related to travel. It provides inspiration and motivation for students to create their own travel plans.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1.know how to search for information on places of interest in a city/town.
2.learn about local different places including restaurants, parks and museums and their features.
3.present the travel plan to the class confidently and vote on the best three travel plans and presentations.
4.reflect what you have learned.
Teaching Process
Learning Objectives Teaching Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
1.To know how to search for infor mation on places of interest in a city/town. Step 1 Pre task Present images or descriptions of famous land marks in Beijing such as the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. Search for information on places of interest. From students' perform ance, we can understand their existing know ledge of Beijing.
Purpose To stimulate students' interest in travel and cultural exploration, encouraging them to think critically about destinations and activities.
2.To learn about local different places including restaurants, parks and museums and their features. Step 2 While task 1.Make a one day travel plan for a foreign friend. Take a group vote to decide on the activities. 2.Create your travel plan. Focus on students' team work and whether they can present a coherent and engaging travel it inerary. Provide help in time.
Purpose To develop students' organisational and presentation skills, deepening their under standing of rich history and culture.
3.To present the travel plan to the class confidently and vote on the best three travel plans and presenta tions. Step 3 Post task 1.Practise and present your travel plan to the class. 2.Vote on the best three travel plans and the best three presentations. Conduct peer assess ment using the checklist, followed by a teacher led feedback session.
Purpose To encourage self assessment and peer feedback, promoting continuous improvement in oral presentation skills.
4.To reflect what you have learned. Step 4 Reflection 1.After completing this unit,I understand more about the meaning of travel. 2.To express my understanding, I can… □ use words and expressions in the unit to talk about travel: □ use as…as to describe travel experiences. □ explain the meaning of travel. *1=excellent, 2=good, 3=not yet 3.I still need to improve: Observe students' self reflection and evaluate their mastery of the target language.
Purpose To help students reflect on their learning and language skills.
Homework Required: Write a letter to introduce your travel plan in the winter holiday. Optional: Search for more information on places of interest in different countries, choose one of the most interesting places and introduce it in class.
Teaching Reflection
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