Unit 2 Success Lesson 3 Getting to The Top 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 3: Getting to the Top
Subject English Grade Level Senior High School, Grade 1 Total Lessons: 3
Textbook NCEP Senior High School English, Book 1 Lesson Type Reading Class Lesson 3
Text Analysis
Text Analysis
This lesson, "Getting to the Top," is from Unit 2 of the NCEP Senior High School English textbook. It focuses on the challenges and sacrifices professional athletes make to achieve success. The text is written from the perspective of an Olympic athlete, discussing the personal and social costs of pursuing excellence in sports. The article highlights themes such as determination, sacrifice, and the psychological pressures faced by athletes. This lesson aims to develop students' reading comprehension skills, critical thinking, and ability to analyze and discuss complex issues.
Student Analysis
Students at this level have a basic understanding of English and are familiar with reading texts of moderate length. They have some knowledge of sports and athletes but may lack a deeper understanding of the sacrifices and pressures involved. Students are generally motivated but may struggle with more complex vocabulary and abstract concepts. They benefit from interactive activities that engage them in discussion and reflection.
Lesson Objectives
1. Students will be able to identify the main ideas and supporting details in the text.
2. Students will be able to evaluate the sacrifices and benefits of being a professional athlete.
3. Students will be able to express their opinions and support their views with evidence from the text.
4. Students will be able to apply appropriate language structures to discuss the topic.
Key Points and Difficulties
Key Points
1. Understanding the main ideas and supporting details of the text.
2. Analyzing the author's perspective and the reasons behind their actions.
3. Evaluating the sacrifices and benefits of being a professional athlete.
Difficulties
1. Interpreting complex vocabulary and abstract concepts.
2. Formulating and supporting opinions with evidence from the text.
3. Engaging in meaningful discussions and debates about the topic.
Teaching Methods and Preparation
Teaching Methods
Issue based teaching, context inquiry, cooperative inquiry, lecture method
Teaching Aids
Textbook, multimedia projector, handouts
Teaching Procedures Teacher Activities Student Activities
Warm up and Introduction Activate Prior Knowledge
(1) Greet the students and introduce the topic of the lesson: "Getting to the Top."
(2) Ask students to brainstorm and list famous athletes they admire and why.
(3) Write some key phrases on the board: "push oneself to the limits," "give up everything for the sport," "live one's life to extremes," "be willing to do the extra little bit," "be totally focused on the sport," "strive for greatness."
(4) Divide students into pairs and ask them to discuss the questions using the provided phrases.
(5) Invite a few pairs to share their discussions with the class.
Set the Context
(1) Introduce the article by explaining that it is written from the perspective of an Olympic athlete.
(2) Ask students to predict what the article might be about based on the title and the key phrases discussed.
(3) Provide a brief overview of the article's structure and main topics.
(4) Distribute the handouts with the article and instruct students to read it quickly.
(5) Set a time limit for reading and encourage students to underline or highlight key points.
(6) After reading, ask students to answer the initial questions: What is the article about Is it from an encyclopedia entry, an academic book, or possibly a blog Who do you think the writer is 1. Brainstorm and list famous athletes.
2. Discuss the provided phrases in pairs.
3. Share their discussions with the class.
4. Predict the content of the article.
5. Read the article quickly and answer initial questions.
Evaluation Task 1. Active participation: ☆☆☆
2. Clear responses: ☆☆☆
3. Relevant predictions: ☆☆☆
Design Intentions To activate students' prior knowledge and engage them in the topic. To set the context and prepare students for deeper reading and analysis.
Reading and Exploring Comprehension Questions
(1) Ask students to read the article again more carefully and answer the following questions:
Q1: What is the article about
Q2: Is it from an encyclopedia entry, an academic book, or possibly a blog
Q3: Who do you think the writer is
(2) Provide the answers to the questions and discuss them as a class.
(3) Highlight the importance of understanding the context and the author's perspective.
(4) Ask students to identify the main ideas and supporting details in each paragraph.
(5) Guide students to complete the information in the table provided in the textbook.
(6) Have students describe the writer's situation to their partners.
Discussion and Analysis
(1) Divide students into groups and assign each group a specific section of the article to analyze.
(2) Instruct groups to identify the reasons why the writer was able to get to the top and find evidence to support their conclusions.
(3) Have groups present their findings to the class and facilitate a class discussion.
(4) Encourage students to share their opinions about the writer's attitude and commitment to the profession she has chosen.
(5) Provide feedback and guide students to refine their analyses. 1. Read the article carefully and answer the questions.
2. Identify main ideas and supporting details.
3. Complete the information table.
4. Analyze the reasons for the writer's success in groups.
5. Present findings and share opinions.
Evaluation Task 1. Accurate answers: ☆☆☆
2. Detailed analysis: ☆☆☆
3. Clear presentation: ☆☆☆
Design Intentions To deepen students' understanding of the text through careful reading and analysis. To foster critical thinking and discussion skills by engaging students in group activities and presentations.
Language Focus Grammar Practice
(1) Review the use of definite articles (the) and zero articles in English.
(2) Provide examples from the article to illustrate the rules.
(3) Conduct a fill in the blank exercise using sentences from the article.
(4) Have students complete the sentences with the correct articles.
(5) Check answers and provide explanations for any mistakes.
(6) Encourage students to create their own sentences using the rules learned.
Vocabulary Expansion
(1) Highlight key vocabulary from the article: "push oneself to the limits," "give up everything for the sport," "live one's life to extremes," "be willing to do the extra little bit," "be totally focused on the sport," "strive for greatness."
(2) Provide definitions and example sentences for each word or phrase.
(3) Conduct a vocabulary quiz to reinforce learning.
(4) Have students use the new vocabulary in sentences or short paragraphs.
(5) Provide feedback and correct any errors.
(6) Encourage students to practice using the new vocabulary in everyday conversations. 1. Complete the fill in the blank exercise.
2. Create their own sentences using the rules.
3. Participate in the vocabulary quiz.
4. Use new vocabulary in sentences or paragraphs.
Evaluation Task 1. Correct usage of articles: ☆☆☆
2. Accurate definitions: ☆☆☆
3. Effective use of vocabulary: ☆☆☆
Design Intentions To reinforce grammar and vocabulary skills through practical exercises and activities. To ensure students can apply the new language structures accurately and confidently.
Summary and Reflection Class Summary
(1) Summarize the main points of the lesson.
(2) Highlight the importance of determination, sacrifice, and focus in achieving success.
(3) Emphasize the value of critical thinking and discussion skills.
(4) Encourage students to reflect on the lessons learned and apply them to their own lives.
(5) Provide a final Q&A session to address any remaining questions or concerns.
Individual Reflection
(1) Ask students to write a short reflection on what they learned from the lesson.
(2) Instruct them to include their thoughts on the sacrifices and benefits of being a professional athlete.
(3) Encourage students to share their reflections with a partner or in a class discussion.
(4) Collect the reflections for assessment and provide feedback. 1. Write a short reflection on the lesson.
2. Share reflections with a partner or in a class discussion.
3. Reflect on the sacrifices and benefits of being a professional athlete.
Evaluation Task 1. Thoughtful reflection: ☆☆☆
2. Clear expression: ☆☆☆
3. Relevant insights: ☆☆☆
Design Intentions To consolidate learning through summarization and reflection. To encourage students to apply the lesson's concepts to their own experiences and continue learning beyond the classroom.
Homework Assignment
Reading Comprehension
1. Read the article "The Road to Success" and answer the following questions:
(1) What is the main message of the article
(2) Identify three key sacrifices the author mentions.
(3) Explain the author's perspective on the importance of determination.
(4) Compare and contrast the author's journey with the Olympic athlete's journey in today's lesson.
Writing Task
1. Write a short essay (150 200 words) discussing the role of determination and sacrifice in achieving success. Use examples from the article and your own experiences to support your argument.
Board Design
Title: Getting to the Top
Key Phrases:
Push oneself to the limits
Give up everything for the sport
Live one's life to extremes
Be willing to do the extra little bit
Be totally focused on the sport
Strive for greatness
Main Ideas:
Challenges and sacrifices of professional athletes
Determination and focus
Psychological pressures
Personal and social costs
Grammar Rules:
Definite Article (the): Used for specific or unique items
Zero Article: Used for general or non specific items
Vocabulary:
Push oneself to the limits: To try as hard as possible
Give up everything for the sport: To sacrifice personal life for athletic success
Live one's life to extremes: To live in an extreme or intense way
Be willing to do the extra little bit: To go beyond what is expected
Be totally focused on the sport: To concentrate fully on the sport
Strive for greatness: To work hard to achieve great success
Teaching Reflection
Inadequacies
1. The time allocated for group presentations was insufficient, resulting in rushed and incomplete presentations.
2. The class discussion lacked depth, with some students hesitating to share their opinions and insights.