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必修三 Unit 8 Green Living
Lesson 3 “White Bikes” on the Road
1. Which means of transport do you often choose in your daily life
2. Which means of transport do you think is environmentally friendly
3. Have you tried shared bikes
●What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of them
DeepThinking
The advantages of
shared bicycles
The disadvantages of
shared bicycles
convenient
saving energy
reducing pollution
providing public transport
keeping fit
economic/cheap
making “the last-mile distance” easy
environmentally friendly
...
much slower than cars
inconvenient in bad weather
unsuitable for a long trip
easily stolen/ damaged
causing parking problems
causing accidents on the road
...
●Can you guess in which city the idea of “shared bikes” was born
Amsterdam
SKIM THE TEXT
SKIM THE TEXT and match the main idea with each paragraph.
A
How the white bikes began.
C
Bike-sharing is more and more popular in the world.
B
The white bikes are back.
D
The convenience and problems of bikes in China.
E
How the white bikes affect Amsterdam.
F
Amsterdam is a good place for cycling.
P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
How many parts can the text be divided into
The structure of the article
Part 1
(Para.1)
“White bikes” on the road
Part 2
(Paras.2-5)
The popularity of cycling in Amsterdam
Part 3
(Para.6)
The development of “White bikes”
“White bikes” in China
CAREFUL READING
CAREFUL READING Amsterdam is called "the City of Bicycles". Why is it a good city for cycling Read the first paragraph and take notes about the reasons.
Why is Amsterdam a good city for cycling
●It’s flat and therefore convenient for bicycles.
●There are plenty of places for bicycles parking.
●Most streets in the city centre have a bicycle path.
Reading Comprehension
Amsterdam is called“the City of Bicycles”because of .
A. the cycling fans there
B. the appearance of bicycles
C. the quality of bicycles
D. the popularity for bicycles
CAREFUL READING
CAREFUL READING Where did the idea of “white bikes” start What happened to it soon after, and what is the situation now Read para 2-5. Make notes in the table.
In the 1960s
purpose(目的):
actions(行动/方法):
results(结果):
To save energy, reduce pollution and provide free public transport.
Painted bicycles white and placed them in many areas for anyone to use.
“white bikes”all disappeared--thieves stole them all in a matter of weeks.
Para. 2
Development of "White Bikes"
CAREFUL READING
Development of "White Bikes"
In 1999
actions(行动/方法):
results(结果):
Para. 3-4
To use computer tracking system to record their every move;
The new bikes were painted in bright colors;
The bikes were parked at special parking places.
People can enjoy clean air and easy transport in central Amsterdam.
CAREFUL READING
Development of "White Bikes"
Now
Para. 5
The idea of “white bikes” has pedalled its way around the world and there has been a global increase in bike-sharing.
Reading Comprehension
How does the author develop the second part
A.By giving examples.
B.By following space order.
C.By following time order.
D.By giving a detailed analysis.
stage 1:
in the 1960s
stage 2:
in 1999
stage 3:
nowadays
Reading Comprehension
In the 1960s, some cycling fans hoped bikes could .
A. help to save energy
B. be specially designed
C. be placed somewhere
D. be painted in different colours
Reading Comprehension
Why did the first “white bikes” plan fail
A. People were tired of riding bikes.
B. There were not enough parking places.
C. Thieves took all the bikes within weeks.
D. The government allowed people to drive cars freely.
Reading Comprehension
What do people use if they want to take a “white bike” in the city
A. A white key.
B. A special card.
C. A special computer.
D. A common chip.
CAREFUL READING
Read para 6. about Bike-sharing in China.
Positive aspect:
Problems:
the theft of bikes & parking issues
both locals and tourists like to use shared bikes.
Situations
Dig Deeper-Discuss the title
Group work
What does the title “‘White Bikes’ on the Road” mean
meaning
literal meaning:
deep meaning:
It refers to “White Bikes” used to ride around the streets of a city.
It also means the effort to carry out “White Bikes” projects is still on the way. We need do more to improve it.
字面意义
VOICE YOUR OPINION
What does the writer mean by saying “Where will bike-sharing go in China
You decide.”
Group work
▲government officials
▲shared bike companies
▲the general public
Group work
输入标题
government officials
...
shared bike companies
...
the general public
...
Write down at least 3 pieces of advice on “how to help bike-sharing go smoothly in China”.
Group work
Whether or not bike-sharing can exist successfully depends on each individual.
Everyone should take action to take care of shared bikes.
If everyone makes a little change, we can make a big difference.
Conclusion
Self-assessment
Items Assessment Scores
Language Fluency & Accuracy 1 2 3 4 5
Content Clear opinion & Reasonable arguments 1 2 3 4 5
Performance Confidence 1 2 3 4 5
Total Score (15)
Homework
Option 1
Make a comparison between “white bikes” in Amsterdam and shared bikes in Tangyin.
Option 2
Try to make a short introduction of the development of the “white bikes” in Amsterdam in your own words.
Thank you!