Unit 7 Art Lesson 3 A Musical Genius Reading 教学设计（表格式）-2024-2025学年高一英语北师大版（2019）必修第三册

Lesson 3: A Musical Genius - Reading Class
Subject English Grade Level Senior High School Grade 1 Total Lessons: 3
Textbook New Beijing Normal University Edition, Senior High School English, Compulsory 3 Class Type Reading Class Lesson 3
Text Analysis
Text Analysis
This lesson focuses on the life and achievements of Ludwig van Beethoven, particularly his composition of Symphony No. 9 and its first performance. The text provides detailed information about Beethoven's struggle with deafness and his continued dedication to music. It highlights his perseverance and the impact of his work on the audience.
Student Analysis
Students have prior knowledge of famous musicians and may have some understanding of Beethoven. They are familiar with reading comprehension strategies but may need guidance in analyzing complex texts and extracting specific information. Some students may struggle with vocabulary and sentence structures, requiring additional support.
Lesson Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand and summarize key events in Beethoven's life and his composition of Symphony No. 9.
2. Analyze the text to identify and explain the challenges Beethoven faced and how he overcame them.
3. Use graphic organizers to organize and present information effectively.
4. Discuss the impact of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 on the audience and its historical significance.
Key Points and Difficulties
Key Points
1. Beethoven's life and his major compositions.
2. The process and challenges of composing Symphony No. 9.
3. The first performance of Symphony No. 9 and the audience's reaction.
4. The use of graphic organizers to structure information.
Difficulties
1. Understanding the technical terms and musical concepts mentioned in the text.
2. Analyzing the text to identify the specific challenges Beethoven faced.
3. Using graphic organizers to effectively organize and present information.
Teaching Methods and Preparations
Teaching Methods
Lecture, group discussion, pair work, graphic organizers
Teaching Aids
Textbook, projector, handouts, graphic organizer templates
Teaching Procedures Teacher Activities Student Activities
Warm-up (10 minutes) Introduction to Beethoven
(1) Introduce the topic of the lesson: "Today, we will learn about Ludwig van Beethoven, a musical genius."
(2) Show a picture of Beethoven and ask students to share what they already know about him.
(3) Conduct a short quiz to assess students' prior knowledge (questions from the textbook).
(4) Provide feedback on the quiz and highlight key points about Beethoven's life and achievements.
(5) Introduce the main focus of the lesson: Beethoven's composition of Symphony No. 9 and its first performance. 1. Share what they know about Beethoven.
2. Participate in the quiz.
3. Take notes on key points.
Reading and Exploring (20 minutes) Guided Reading
(1) Distribute the textbook and ask students to read the passage silently.
(2) Highlight important sections of the text and provide explanations where necessary.
(3) Ask students to answer the questions in Activity 1 (from the textbook).
(4) Discuss the answers as a class, ensuring that students understand the key events and challenges Beethoven faced.
(5) Introduce the concept of graphic organizers and explain how they can be used to organize information.
(6) Provide graphic organizer templates and guide students in filling them out. 1. Read the passage silently.
2. Answer the questions in Activity 1.
3. Participate in class discussion.
4. Fill out the graphic organizer.
Group Work (15 minutes) Discussion and Analysis
(1) Divide students into small groups.
(2) Assign each group a specific topic: Beethoven's life, his composition of Symphony No. 9, or the first performance.
(3) Instruct groups to discuss and analyze their assigned topic using the graphic organizers. 1. Discuss and analyze the assigned topic in groups.
2. Fill out the graphic organizer.
3. Present findings to the class.
Pair Work (10 minutes) Personal Reflection
(1) Ask students to pair up with a partner.
(2) Instruct pairs to choose one of the following topics: Beethoven as a musician or the performance of Symphony No. 9.
(3) Have students discuss their chosen topic and share their thoughts and feelings.
(4) Encourage students to use evidence from the text to support their opinions. 1. Pair up with a partner.
2. Choose a topic and discuss.
3. Share thoughts and feelings.
Wrap-up (5 minutes) Summary and Homework Assignment
(1) Summarize the main points covered in the lesson.
(2) Emphasize the importance of perseverance and creativity in overcoming challenges.
(3) Assign homework: Write a short essay reflecting on the impact of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 on the audience and its historical significance.
(4) Provide a rubric for the essay and set a deadline. 1. Listen to the summary.
2. Note down the homework assignment.
3. Ask any remaining questions.
Evaluation Tasks 1. Quiz answers: ☆☆☆
2. Graphic organizer completion: ☆☆☆
3. Group presentation: ☆☆☆
4. Pair discussion: ☆☆☆
5. Homework essay: ☆☆☆
Design Intentions 1. The warm-up activity helps activate students' prior knowledge and engage them in the topic.
2. Guided reading and exploration ensure that students understand the key events and challenges in Beethoven's life.
3. Group work encourages collaboration and deepens understanding through discussion and analysis.
4. Pair work allows students to reflect personally and share their thoughts, fostering critical thinking and communication skills.
5. The wrap-up and homework assignment reinforce learning and encourage further exploration of the topic.
Homework Design
Write a short essay reflecting on the impact of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 on the audience and its historical significance.
1. Introduction: Briefly introduce Beethoven and Symphony No. 9.
2. Impact on the Audience: Describe the audience's reaction during the first performance.
3. Historical Significance: Explain the importance of Symphony No. 9 in the history of classical music.
4. Conclusion: Summarize your thoughts and reflections.
5. Use evidence from the text to support your arguments.
Board Design
Key Events in Beethoven's LifeComposition of Symphony No. 9First Performance of Symphony No. 9- Born in Germany
- Famous for piano skills
- Began losing hearing in his twenties
- Continued composing despite deafness
- Wrote more than 130 musical works- Completed in 1824
- Took several years to compose
- Final notes added to the score
- Signed the score proudly- Performed in Vienna, Austria
- Conducted by Beethoven and Michael Umlauf
- Audience clapped and cheered
- Beethoven unaware of the audience's reaction
Teaching Reflection
Successes
1. Guided reading and exploration helped students understand the key events and challenges in Beethoven's life.
2. Group work encouraged collaboration and deepened understanding through discussion and analysis.
3. Pair work allowed students to reflect personally and share their thoughts, fostering critical thinking and communication skills.
Areas for Improvement
1. More interactive activities could be incorporated to keep students engaged throughout the lesson.
2. Providing more examples of graphic organizers could help students better understand how to use them.
3. Additional resources, such as videos or audio clips of Beethoven's music, could enhance the learning experience.