Project 1
An information folder about a country
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to improve:
1. Info Folder Creation
Students pick a country, apply Module 1 knowledge, and finish an info folder via library/online research.
2. Folder-Making Skills
Master folder-making steps; collaborate to create and present the folder with group members.
3. Presentation & Awareness
Introduce the target country in English (facts, culture, etc.) in class; boost info skills and intercultural awareness.
4. Peer Evaluation & Optimization
Assess peers’ works multi-dimensionally, then refine their own group’s folder.
Lead in: Watch a video and enjoy the beauty of the world.
Step 1 Plan
Q1: What is the main task of Project 1?
Q2: Why do we make the information folder?
To make an information folder about a country.
To know more about different countries around the world.
Q3: What makes a good information folder?
★Design
★ Content
Colour
Shape
Decoration
...
Accurate facts?
A clear structure?
Rich expressions?
Correct grammar
...?
Step 1 Plan
Step 1 Plan
Q4: What information should be included in a folder?
Activity 1: Discuss the useful expressions.
General information about the country
* a country of innovation
* Home to ... citizens and hundreds of different languages, ... is truly ...
* It is one of the birthplaces of ... and used to be ...
Geography
* a country in southern Asia
* lie at the heart of ...
* close to the ... coast of ...
History
* Rich in history and culture, ... has long been ...
* It is a place full of history.
Literature
* have often been the subject for many painters and poets
* write a popular book called ... about these places
Travel
* With ... around, ... look like a watercolour painting.
* a good choice for first-time visitors
* a famous centre of knowledge and learning
* one of the finest examples of ...
* a perfect choice for nature lovers
* get a real taste of the country’s ... culture
Other
* has developed from ... to ...
* has changed a lot over the years
* It was once ...
* The government has just turned part of ... into ...
* Great changes have also taken place in ...
Make a dialogue to talk about the travelling part.
Activity 2: Work in pairs.
A: I want to travel to a new country. Can you tell me about some great places to visit there?
B: Of course! With ... around, ... looks like a watercolour painting. It’s a good choice for first-time visitors too.
A: Are there any famous places for studying or learning about history there?
B: Yes! ... is a famous centre of knowledge and learning.
A: What if I love nature and want to see some beautiful scenery?
B: Then ... is a perfect choice for nature lovers. You can also get a real taste of the country’s ... culture.
Step 2 Make
Task List
1. Work in groups of four and ask each group to choose a group leader.
2. Assign the group members different tasks.
3. Choose a country to research, and search for information online about it.
4. Manage the whole project. Give group members some help if they need it.
Activity 3: Work in groups and complete your information folder.
Step 3 Share & Assess
Example:
1.The colours are bright and match the theme well.
2.The folder includes photos of ... —they make the folder more real and special.
3. I think the folder is very good. The design is tidy and the expressions are colourful. If you add some small decorations, it will be perfect!
Activity 4: Vote for your favourite work.
Seeing the world helps us
become better global citizens.
Homework
Search for more information online and polish your work.
课堂练习
1.What information should be included in the "Famous Places" section of your folder?
A. Local festivals
B. Capital city population
C. Famous mountains or rivers
D. Traditional food
答案与解析:C。
解析:C(Famous mountains or rivers)属于地理特征,而A、D属于文化习俗,B属于人口数据 。
课堂练习
2.How should you group ideas in the information folder?
A. Mix all facts randomly
B. Use one paragraph per main point
C. Write a single long paragraph
D. Focus only on pictures
答案:B。
课堂练习
3.Why is it important to mention "time difference" in the folder?
A. To compare weather
B. To plan travel schedules
C. To describe local food
D. To list festivals
答案与解析:B。
解析:时差(time difference)是跨国旅行规划的关键信息,帮助游客调整行程 。
课堂练习
4.What is the purpose of adding pictures to the folder?
A. To fill empty space
B. To explain points more clearly
C. To reduce text length
D. To follow a trend
答案:B。
解析:图文结合能直观展示信息(如地图、景观照片),提升内容的可读性和吸引力 。
课堂练习
5.Which element is essential on the cover of the information folder?
A. Your name
B. Country name
C. Travel agency logo
D. Random drawing
答案:B。
解析:封面需明确标注所选国家的名称(Put the name of the country on the cover)。 。
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Thank you