Unit 7 Art Lesson Lesson 1 Masterpieces 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 1: Masterpieces
Subject English Grade Level Senior High School Year 1 Total Lessons
Textbook New Beijing Normal University Edition, Senior High School English, Volume 3 Lesson Type Reading Class Lesson 1
Textbook Analysis
Textbook Analysis
This lesson introduces students to three famous paintings: "The Starry Night" by Vincent van Gogh, "The Scream" by Edvard Munch, and "The Empire of Light" by René Magritte. Each painting is described in detail, highlighting the artists' backgrounds, the inspiration behind the works, and their unique artistic styles. The lesson aims to enhance students' understanding of art and develop their critical thinking and analytical skills.
Student Analysis
Students have some basic knowledge of famous artists and paintings. They are familiar with descriptive language and can express their opinions in English. However, they may struggle with complex vocabulary and detailed analysis. Visual aids and group activities will help them engage more effectively with the material.
Lesson Objectives
1. Students will be able to describe the three paintings using key phrases and vocabulary.
2. Students will understand the historical and personal contexts of the artists.
3. Students will analyze the paintings and discuss their interpretations.
4. Students will practice using noun clauses in their descriptions and discussions.
Key Points and Difficulties
Key Points
1. Descriptive language for paintings.
2. Historical and personal context of the artists.
3. Use of noun clauses.
4. Critical analysis of the paintings.
Difficulties
1. Understanding complex vocabulary and phrases.
2. Analyzing the deeper meanings of the paintings.
3. Constructing sentences with noun clauses.
Teaching Methods and Preparation
Teaching Methods
Lecture, Group Discussion, Pair Work
Teaching Aids
Textbook, Projector, Images of the Paintings, PPT
Teaching Procedure Teacher Activities Student Activities
Warm-up (5 minutes) Show images of the paintings
(1) Display images of "The Starry Night," "The Scream," and "The Empire of Light."
(2) Ask students to describe what they see in each painting.
(3) Write key phrases on the board: "white and yellow circles," "an amazing sky," "a thin figure," "a lonely tree," "a sleeping village," "a dark stormy sea," "a house lit by lights from inside."
(4) Ask students if they like the paintings and if they know the names of the paintings.
(5) Introduce the artists: Vincent van Gogh, Edvard Munch, and René Magritte.
Q1: What do you see in the following paintings 1. Observe the paintings and describe what they see.
2. Share their initial impressions and opinions.
3. Use key phrases to describe the paintings.
4. Participate in the discussion.
Reading and Exploring (20 minutes) Read the descriptions of the paintings
(1) Distribute the textbook pages with the descriptions of the paintings.
(2) Instruct students to read the descriptions and underline the name of each painting and its artist and ask students to find out what each painting is about.
(3) Discuss the historical and personal context of each artist.
(4) Highlight the unique features of each painting.
(5) Provide additional information about the artists and their works.
Q2: What are the key elements of each painting 1. Read the descriptions of the paintings.
2. Underline the names of the paintings and artists.
3. Identify the key elements of each painting.
Group Discussion (15 minutes) Discuss the paintings in groups
(1) Work in groups. Choose one painting and prepare a short presentation.
(2) Provide a list of questions to guide their discussion:
Q1: What does the painting show
Q2: What may have inspired the painter
Q3; What did the artist think or say about the painting
Task 1: Prepare a short presentation on one painting
(1) Choose one painting and gather information from the textbook.
(2) Discuss the key elements and the artist's inspiration. 1. Choose one painting and gather information.
2. Discuss the key elements and the artist's inspiration.
3. Prepare a short presentation.
Language Focus (10 minutes) Introduce noun clauses
(1) Write examples of noun clauses on the board.
(2) Explain the structure and usage of noun clauses.
(3) Provide exercises for students to practice using noun clauses.
Task 2: Rewrite sentences using noun clauses
(1) Rewrite the underlined sentences in the given paragraph using noun clauses.
(2) Share their rewritten sentences with the class.
(3) Discuss the differences between the original and rewritten sentences.
(4) Practice creating new sentences using noun clauses. 1. Learn about noun clauses and their usage.
2. Practice rewriting sentences using noun clauses.
3. Create their own sentences using noun clauses.
4. Share their sentences with the class.
Closure (5 minutes) Summarize the lesson
(1) Recap the key points covered in the lesson.
(2) Emphasize the importance of descriptive language and critical thinking.
(3) Highlight the use of noun clauses in describing and analyzing art.
(4) Encourage students to continue exploring art and its history.
Q3: What did you learn today
(1) Ask students to reflect on what they learned.
(2) Encourage them to share their thoughts and insights.
(3) Write down their reflections on the board. 1. Reflect on what they learned.
2. Share their thoughts and insights.
3. Participate in the class discussion.
4. Receive feedback and encouragement.
5. Preview the next lesson.
Evaluation Tasks 1. Accurate descriptions: ☆☆☆
2. Use of noun clauses: ☆☆☆
3. Participation in discussions: ☆☆☆
Design Intentions 1. The warm-up activity engages students and activates prior knowledge.
2. The reading and exploring section helps students understand the historical and personal contexts of the artists.
3. The group discussion encourages collaboration and critical thinking.
4. The language focus section reinforces the use of noun clauses in describing and analyzing art.
Homework Design
1. Write a paragraph describing one of the paintings using descriptive language and noun clauses.
2. Research another famous painting by one of the artists discussed in class and write a short summary of its significance.
3. Create a poster featuring one of the paintings and include a brief description of the artist and the painting.
Board Design
The Starry Night
Vincent van Gogh
Painted in June 1889
Night sky with clouds, stars, and a moon
White and yellow circles racing across the sky
Sleeping village and a dark, lonely tree
Unusual use of color
Mental health issues
Not popular during his lifetime
Now one of the world's most famous paintings The Scream Edvard Munch Painted in 1893 Thin figure with an expression of fear Mouth wide open, letting out a powerful scream Covers ears and looks directly at the viewer Set on a bridge above a dark, stormy sea Burning orange-red sky Inspired by a sunset and a feeling of fear Connected to Munch’s mental health problems The Empire of Light René Magritte Painted between 1953 and 1954 Beautiful house lit by lights from inside Surrounded by the darkness of night Daytime sky full of brightness and soft white clouds Visual experiments to challenge reality Different reactions from viewers Magritte’s view on the power of art
Teaching Reflection
Advantages
1. The warm-up activity effectively engaged students and activated their prior knowledge.
2. The group discussion encouraged active participation and critical thinking.
Areas for Improvement
1. More time could be allocated for the language focus section to ensure all students grasp the concept of noun clauses.
2. Some students struggled with complex vocabulary and required additional support.