内容正文:
Unit 3 Back to the past
Building skills
· 内容分析:
本单元的主题语境是“人与社会”,话题是“历史事件和历史人物”,涉及的语篇类型有:小说节选、历史文章、网站文章、报告等。本单元的教学旨在激发学生对历史的学习兴趣,培养学生的时空观念,引导学生理解和尊重世界各国的历史,在对不同文化的比较、鉴赏、批判和反思的过程中,形成广阔的国际视野,培养深厚的家国情怀。
· 教学目标:
By the end of this section, students will be able to:
1. get familiar with ancient Egyptian papyrus;
2. collect some expressions to present your opinions;
3. write an article to express their opinion on Mars.
· 教学重难点:
1. To help students understand the listening materials and finish the listening task;
2. To encourage students to express their opinions bravely;
3. To guide students to finish their composition.
· 教学过程:
Step 1 Lead-in
Watch a video.
Q: Do you know anything about ancient Egyptian papyrus?
Step 2 Reading and speaking
A1 Sheets made from papyrus were the chief writing material in ancient Egypt. Read the magazine article introducing papyrus and answer the questions below.
1. What does the underlined word “fragments” in the third paragraph mean?
“Fragments” are small parts of something that have broken off or come from something larger.
2. What modern conservation methods are mentioned in the article?
Simple modern conservation methods include controlling moisture in the air, temperature, exposure to light and exposure to insects. More complex methods include applying chemical solutions that can strengthen the papyrus strips and preserve the ink.
Step 3 Reading and speaking
A2: Archaeologists go to extraordinary lengths to discover and preserve artefacts such as papyrus scrolls. In turns, make a speech about the importance of archaeologists’ work. Use the example below to help you and pay attention to the expressions in bold.
· archaeologists
· artefact
· patience and perseverance
· put us in touch with past generations
· inherit
Step 4 Reading and Speaking
B1: Alexander the Great is one of the most famous figure in ancient history. Listen to a radio programme introducing his life and fill in the blanks with the correct years.
Useful expressions:
1.