Unit 3 Family ties Reflection 教案 外研版（2024）七年级上册

Unit 3 Family ties-Reflection
【教学目标】
Language Ability: Apply family-related vocabulary (e.g., relationship terms, family events) and sentence structures like "I love... because..." to present ideas coherently.
Cultural Awareness: Compare family values across different cultures and recognize the diversity of family expressions.
Thinking Quality: Organize thoughts logically to describe family stories or share emotional connections, using cause-effect reasoning.
Learning Ability: Enhance public speaking skills by presenting family-themed content and absorbing feedback for improvement.
【教学重难点】
Key Points: Oral presentation strategies (e.g., clear intonation, eye contact), narrative structures for family stories, and emotional vocabulary (love, support).
Difficult Points: Balancing language accuracy with expressive fluency, integrating cultural references appropriately, and using transitional phrases to connect ideas smoothly.
【教学过程】
1. Greetings
Teacher: Good morning/afternoon, everyone! How are you feeling today I hope you’re all ready to dive into some deep thinking and meaningful discussions in today’s class.
Students: Greet the teacher, sharing a bit about their mood or a quick update on their day if they feel like it.
2. Introduction to the Concept of Reflection (5 minutes)
Teacher: Before we start, let’s talk about what “reflection” means. Think of reflection as looking back at something, like looking in a mirror, but instead of seeing your face, you’re looking at your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In our last class, we talked a lot about family ties. Today, we’re going to reflect on what we learned and what family really means to each of us. Why do you think reflection is important Raise your hand and share your ideas.
Student 1: I think it helps us remember things better.
Teacher: That’s a great point! When we reflect, we review and solidify what we’ve learned. Any other thoughts
Student 2: It can make us understand ourselves and others more.
Teacher: Exactly! Reflection allows us to gain a deeper understanding of our own feelings and the relationships around us. So, today, we’re going to use our English skills to reflect on our families. Let’s get started!
3. Reviewing Previous Learning (10 minutes)
Teacher: First, let’s quickly review what we learned in the “Presenting Ideas” lesson about family ties. Who can name some of the family members we talked about
Student 3: Aunt, uncle, cousin, and relative.
Teacher: Excellent! And what about the adjectives we used to describe family members
Student 4: Caring, supportive, and understanding.
Teacher: Right on! Now, I’ll show you some pictures on the screen. (Show pictures of family members in different situations) Let’s practice using the sentence patterns we learned. For example, if I show a picture of a grandmother helping a child with homework, I could say, “The grandmother is very caring.” Now, you try. (Show another picture)
Teacher: What can you say about this picture
Student 5: The uncle is very supportive because he is playing football with the boy.
Teacher: Great job! Let’s review one more sentence pattern. How do we introduce a family member
Students: Who is he/she He/She is my...
Teacher: Perfect. Now, let’s listen to a short audio clip. (Play an audio of a family conversation) After listening, tell me at least two sentences you heard that we learned in the last class.
Student 6: “My cousin is coming to stay with us,” and “My mother is very understanding.”
Teacher: Well done! This review will help us connect our new reflections with what we already know.
4. Guided Reflection Activities (25 minutes)
Personal Reflection Writing (10 minutes)
Teacher: Now, it’s time for you to do some personal reflection. I’ll give each of you a piece of paper. I want you to think about your own family. Write down three things you appreciate about your family. It could be something a family member does, a quality they have, or a special memory you share. Use the words and sentences we learned, like “I appreciate my mother because she is very caring,” or “One thing I love about my family is when we have dinner together every night.” You have 8 minutes to write. Take your time and really think about it. (Distribute papers and walk around to offer support if needed)
Teacher: (After 8 minutes) Time’s up. Now, if you feel comfortable, you can share one thing you wrote with the person sitting next to you.
Student 7: (Sharing with a classmate) I wrote that I appreciate my father because he always helps me with my math homework. He is very patient.
Student 8: I wrote about how I love it when my whole family goes on picnics. We always have so much fun.
Group Sharing and Discussion (10 minutes)
Teacher: Next, I want you to form groups of four. In your groups, share the things you wrote about your families. As you listen to your group members, think about the similarities and differences in your families. Are there any common things that make families special After everyone in the group has shared, I want each group to come up with one common theme or idea about what makes families strong. You have 7 minutes for this discussion. (Students form groups and start discussing)
Teacher: (Walk around, listen to the discussions, and prompt groups if they seem stuck)
Teacher: Time’s up. Which group wants to share the common theme you came up with
Group 1 Representative: In our group, we think love and support are the most important things in a family. No matter what happens, our families are always there for us.
Teacher: That’s a beautiful thought. Another group
Group 2 Representative: We believe that spending time together makes families strong. Whether it’s having meals together or going on trips, being together creates good memories.
Teacher: Excellent! It’s so interesting to see the different perspectives but also the common values we all share about family.
Analyzing Family Stories (5 minutes)
Teacher: Now, I’m going to tell you a short story about a family. (Tell a simple story about a family facing a problem and how they work together to solve it, like a family preparing for a big family event and everyone having their own tasks) After I finish the story, I want you to reflect on it. What did you learn from this story How did the family members show their family ties
Teacher: So, who can share what they thought about the story
Student 9: I think the story showed that every family member is important, and they all need to help each other.
Teacher: Great insight! Another student
Student 10: It also showed that family ties are about working together, even when there are difficulties.
Teacher: Well said! Analyzing stories like this can help us understand family relationships better.
5. Deeper Discussion and Critical Thinking (15 minutes)
Debating Family - related Topics (8 minutes)
Teacher: Now, we’re going to have a debate. I’ll divide you into two groups. The topic is “Is it more important for families to spend a lot of time together or to give each other personal space ” The first group will argue that spending a lot of time together is more important, and the second group will argue for the importance of personal space. You have 3 minutes to discuss your arguments within your groups. Then, we’ll start the debate. (Divide students into groups and give them time to prepare)
Teacher: Alright, let’s start the debate. Group 1, you can start presenting your arguments.
Group 1 Member 1: We think spending a lot of time together is more important because it helps family members understand each other better. When we’re together, we can share our feelings and experiences, and this makes our family ties stronger.
Group 2 Member 1: But we believe personal space is crucial. Everyone needs time to do things they like alone or with friends. This makes family members happier, and happy family members make a happy family.
Teacher: (Facilitate the debate, making sure everyone gets a chance to speak and guiding the discussion)
Teacher: That was a great debate! Both sides made some really good points.
Reflecting on Cultural Differences in Families (7 minutes)
Teacher: Families can be different around the world. Let’s look at some pictures and short videos of families from different cultures. (Show images and videos of families from various countries, highlighting different family structures, traditions, and ways of showing love) As you watch, think about how these families are similar to or different from your own. After watching, we’ll have a discussion.
Teacher: So, what did you notice How are these families the same as or different from your families
Student 11: In some families, there are more generations living together, but in my family, it’s just my parents and me.
Teacher: Good observation. Any other differences or similarities
Student 12: Some families have different traditions for celebrating holidays, but we all seem to value being together.
Teacher: That’s a very important point. Even though families around the world may look different, the love and connection within families are universal.
6. Summary and Conclusion (5 minutes)
Teacher: Let’s summarize what we’ve done today. We started by reviewing what we learned about family ties, then we did personal reflections, group discussions, a debate, and even looked at cultural differences in families. Through all these activities, we’ve thought deeply about what family means to us. Who can share one thing they’ve learned or realized about families today
Student 13: I learned that every family is unique, but love is always important.
Teacher: That’s wonderful! Another student
Student 14: I realized that spending time together and giving each other space are both important for a happy family.
Teacher: Great insights! Remember, reflecting on our families helps us appreciate them more and understand the importance of family ties. For today’s homework, I want you to write a short paragraph about what you think makes your family special. You can include some of the things we discussed today. Try to use at least 3 new words or phrases we’ve learned.
Teacher: Are there any questions
Students: (Ask questions if they have any)
Teacher: Alright, class. That’s all for today. I hope you’ll continue to reflect on your families and cherish the special bonds you have. Have a great day, and see you next time!