Unit 2 Success Lesson 1 Money vs Success 教案（表格式）-2024-2025学年高中英语北师大版（2019）选择性必修第一册

Lesson 1 Money vs. Success Reading Class (3rd Period)
Subject English Grade Level Senior High School Year 1 Total 4 periods
Textbook NCEP Senior High School English, Book 1 Class Type Reading 1st Period
Textbook Analysis
Textbook Analysis
This lesson is from Unit 1, "Success," in the North China Normal University Press Senior High School English textbook. The reading passage, "Money vs. Success," discusses the story of Jason Harley, a former millionaire who gave away his wealth to live a simpler and more meaningful life. The text aims to explore the concept of success beyond material wealth and encourages students to reflect on their own values and definitions of success.
Student Analysis
Students at this level have a good grasp of basic English reading and comprehension skills. However, they may struggle with deeper reflections on abstract concepts such as success and personal values. Some students may also have limited exposure to diverse perspectives on wealth and success. To address these challenges, the lesson will incorporate group discussions, critical thinking activities, and reflective writing tasks.
Lesson Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand and analyze the main idea and supporting details of the text.
2. Discuss and evaluate different perspectives on success and wealth.
3. Reflect on their own values and definitions of success.
4. Use appropriate vocabulary and expressions to express their opinions and thoughts.
Teaching Focus and Difficulties
Focus
1. Comprehending the main idea and key details of the text.
2. Analyzing Jason Harley's decision to give away his wealth.
3. Reflecting on personal values and definitions of success.
Difficulties
1. Interpreting the deeper meanings and implications of the text.
2. Engaging in meaningful and respectful discussions about sensitive topics.
3. Articulating personal reflections and opinions clearly and coherently.
Teaching Methods and Preparation
Teaching Methods
Lecture, Group Discussion, Reflective Writing
Teaching Procedure Teacher Activities Student Activities
Warm up (5 minutes) Introduction
(1) Greet the students and briefly introduce the topic of the day: "Money vs. Success."
(2) Write the following questions on the board:
What does success mean to you
Do you think being a millionaire means success Why or why not
(3) Ask students to discuss these questions in pairs.
(4) Invite a few pairs to share their ideas with the class. 1. Participate in pair discussions.
2. Share ideas with the class.
3. Listen to the summary.
Pre reading (10 minutes) Previewing the Text
(1) Introduce Jason Harley and provide a brief background: "Today, we will read about Jason Harley, a former millionaire who chose to give away his wealth."
(2) Show the title of the text: "Money vs. Success."
(3) Ask students to predict what the text might be about based on the title and the introduction.
(4) Write their predictions on the board. 1. Listen to the introduction.
2. Predict the content of the text.
3. Write predictions on the board.
While reading (20 minutes) Reading and Comprehension
(1) Instruct students to read the text silently and underline key details about Jason's past and present life.
(2) After reading, ask students to work in groups to complete a graphic organizer comparing Jason's life before and after giving away his wealth.
(3) Provide the graphic organizer template on the board or handout. 1. Read the text silently.
2. Complete the graphic organizer in groups.
3. Present the graphic organizer to the class.
Post reading (15 minutes) Discussion and Reflection
(1) Pose the following questions to the class:
Q1: How did Jason feel when he was rich Why
Q2: Why did he give away all his money to charities
Q3: How did he feel after he gave away all his money to charities Why
(2) Ask students to discuss these questions in small groups.
(3) Have each group share their answers with the class.
(4) Guide the discussion to explore different perspectives on success and wealth. 1. Discuss the questions in small groups.
2. Share answers with the class.
3. Reflect on personal values and definitions of success.
Closure (10 minutes) Reflective Writing
(1) Ask students to write a short paragraph reflecting on what they learned from the text and the discussion.
(2) Provide the following prompts:
What did you learn about Jason's decision to give away his wealth
How does this story challenge or support your own definition of success
(3) Collect the paragraphs for assessment.
(4) Summarize the key takeaways from the lesson. 1. Write a reflective paragraph.
2. Submit the paragraph.
3. Listen to the summary and preview.
Evaluation Tasks 1. Active participation: ☆☆☆
2. Clear expression: ☆☆☆
3. Thoughtful reflection: ☆☆☆
Design Intentions The warm up activity engages students and activates prior knowledge. The pre reading activity helps students make predictions and prepare for reading. The while reading activity focuses on comprehension and analysis through group work. The post reading activity encourages critical thinking and personal reflection. The closure activity allows students to consolidate their learning through reflective writing.
Homework Assignment
1. Read the quotes from Jason Harley and answer the following questions:
What can we infer from his words
Do you agree with Jason's view on success Why or why not
2. Complete the summary using the correct form of the words and expressions provided:
Years ago, Jason was a college _______ with a big house. But knowing that many people were living in poor conditions, he felt _______. Jason decided to _______ his fortune by giving his money to _______ and helping homeless people to _______ in life. Now Jason lives in a small _______ room. He _______ the change. For some people, getting rich is their _______ goal and a _______ of success, but for Jason, deciding to _______ this lifestyle made him feel free.
Board Design
Money vs. Success
What is success
Does being a millionaire mean success
Jason Harley's Story:
Past: Millionaire, large house, wealthy lifestyle
Present: Simple life, small dormitory, helping others
Key Points:
Material wealth vs. personal values
Importance of helping others
True meaning of success
Discussion Questions:
Q1: How did Jason feel when he was rich Why
Q2: Why did he give away all his money to charities
Q3: How did he feel after he gave away all his money to charities Why
Reflection Prompts:
What did you learn about Jason's decision to give away his wealth
How does this story challenge or support your own definition of success
Teaching Reflection
Insufficient Aspects
1. The reflective writing task could have been more scaffolded to support students with varying writing abilities.
2. Some students seemed disengaged during the reflective writing task, suggesting a need for more interactive elements to maintain interest.