Unit 1 Using Language 教学设计-2023-2024学年高中英语人教版（2019）选择性必修第一册

选择性必修一 Unit 1 Using Language 【Teaching Objective:】 1. Enable students to understand the key contributions of Albert Einstein to physics and his impact on our understanding of the universe. 2. Develop students' critical thinking and analytical skills through discussions and activities related to Einstein's life and work. 3. Encourage students to appreciate the importance of perseverance, courage, and curiosity in scientific endeavors. 【Teaching Key and Difficult Points:】 1. Analyze the factors that shaped Einstein's journey from a struggling student to a renowned physicist. 2. Discuss the societal and historical context in which Einstein's work and life unfolded. 【Teaching Procedure:】 Step 1. Warm-up Divide the class into teams and have a friendly competition to see which team knows the most about Einstein. Questions：What year was Albert Einstein born? In which country was Albert Einstein born? What famous equation is associated with Albert Einstein? What is the theory of relativity, as proposed by Einstein, known for? Step 2. Pre-reading Give a brief discussion about famous scientists and their contributions to our understanding of the universe. Introduce Albert Einstein and his significance in modern physics. Step 3. While- reading Activity 1. Read the provided article about Albert Einstein.During reading, pause to explain key concepts such as the theory of relativity and E=mc^2.Engage students in a discussion about Einstein's journey from a struggling student to a renowned physicist. Activity 2. Ask students to identify the challenges Einstein faced and the qualities that helped him overcome those challenges. Activity 3. Divide the class into pairs or small groups.Provide each group with a large piece of paper and markers. Ask each group to create a visual representation of Einstein's famous formula E=mc^2, explaining its components and significance. After completing their visual representations, have each grou