Unit 1 Science Fiction Using Language 课件-2022-2023学年高中英语人教版（2019）选择性必修第四册

UNIT 1 SCIENCE FICTION Using language(1) Voice your opinions on robots and AI At the end of this lesson, I will be able to: listen to an interview between the host and a sci-fi expert about robots. learn something about Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics. talk about what you think of robot technology and the famous Three Laws of Robotics. learn to treat AI technology objectively. 目录 CONTENTS 01 Lead-in 02 Listening practice 03 Discussion 4 Part 1 Lead-in 5 1. Look at the pictures and discuss the questions. What jobs are these robots doing? What are the pros and cons of robots doing these jobs? Two robots are serving food at a restaurant. Pros: Cons: May be cheaper and faster It is difficult to communicate with them A robot is playing the piano Pros: Cons: The robot can play anything precisely No creativity or emotion involved A robot band is performing Pros: Cons: They can play more live music even without rehearsals. No interaction with audience. A robotic arm works at a factory Pros: Cons: Simple , repetitive tasks are done at higher speeds more cheaply and accurately Humans end up out of work Several robots are playing soccer Pros: Cons: It is fun to watch them playing The robot players have no desire to win or lose , so there is no emotional moments in the match Part 2 Listening practice 9 1. Listen and put the statements in order. The host introduces the guest, a sci-fi expert. The expert has robots in his home. As robots become more intelligent, they may also become more dangerous. The host mentions Asimov’ Three Laws of Robotics. The expert says robots will have occupations such as teaching and nursing. The line between humans and robots will be more blurred in the future. The host asks about benefits and problems. The host asks if there are robots in the expert’s home. In sci-fi stories, robots often become superior and take over. 1