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Unit 2 UL 2
Should We Fight New Technology?
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Every coin has two sides.
What can we conclude from the picture?
Lead in
A driverless car is an automobile(汽车) that has an autopilot(自动驾驶) system allowing it to safely move from one place to another without help from a human driver.
What is a driverless car?
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3.Read Para2-3 to learn the way of argumentation.
Paragraph Topic Evidence Reasoning
Para2
Para3
…many different groups of people live happily in the absence of new technology
new technology has provided people …with many benefits …
not own or drive cars
have lived...will be living...
advocate...
think...
live in and appreciate ...
the Amish
computer programmes:save many lives
the Internet: keep in touch easily
find opportunities easier
giving
examples
cause-effect
reasoning
CONS
PROS
Para.1 Introduction
a specific
event
different opinions
Para.2 Cons
Para.3 Pros
Para.4 Own opinion
Topic
Give examples
make
contrast
Topic sentence
Topic sentence
Personal experience
Post Reading
1.A brief summary for the structure:
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Activity 2 Read for details
a specific event
different opinions
Para.1 Introduction
characters?
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Para.1 describe the issue
a specific event
different opinions
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Para 1 different opinions towards driverless cars
Various people
The Public should oppose the idea of developing driverless cars.
Advances in technology were unnecessary and could even be dangerous.
Against
The families of the deceased
It was not enough.
Hence, we should cease accepting technology just because it is new.
conclusion
Against
The car company
Nevertheless, the company still claimed:
most people would be travelling in driverless cars one day soon
In favor of
Signposts
Activity 2 Read for details
the Amish
weather-tracking
the Internet
Para.2-3 Pros and Cons
Topic sentence
give examples
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Activity 2 Read for details
Para.2-3 Pros and Cons
Topic sentence
give examples
make contrast
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Para2 On the one hand , there are many different groups of people around the world who live happily in the absence of new technology.
who
where
How
Their attitudes
conclusion
It could even be argued that the Amish’s quality of life is better since they live in and appreciate the natural environment rather than living in large, polluted cities.
A group of Christians
In rural America
They do not own or drive cars, watch TV, or use the Internet
They have lived mainly as farmers since the 18th century
They will probably be living the same way in the distant future.
They advocate a simple life with an emphasis on hard work, family and community.
They think that is better than caring about luxuries or following.
Structure of para 3
Benefits of new technology
weather tracking computer programs
Give people lots of warnings about natural disasters and save many lives
Benefits of the Internet
The internet has made it possible for people to keep in touch far away.
It has also made finding opportunities in life much easier
Example 1
Example 2
On the other hand
signpost
signpost
Para.4 Own opinion
positive
scary
Topic sentence
give examples
(personal experience)
accept
Activity 2 Read for details
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Structure of para 4
Personally
I have benefited quite a lot from technological advances.
career
I found my career as an AI designer through a social media network.
health monitor
My health monitor, which I wear all the time, has also helped me get into the best shape of my life.
Of course, when new technology changes the way we live, it can be a scary prospect.
Example 1
Example 2
Conclusion
Nevertheless, I will always look on the positive side of change and accept it rather than resist it.
In favor of New technology
Summary
1. 令人震惊的新闻标题 a shocking headline
2. 无人驾驶模式 driverless mode
3. 停止做某事 cease doing sth.
4. 为某事道歉 apologize for sth.
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Summary
5. 一方面 on the one hand
6. 没有... in the absence of
7. 崇尚简单生活 advocate a simple life
8. 重视... with an emphasis on
9. 关心 care about
10. 欣赏自然环境 appreciate the natural environment
11. 甚至可以说 It could even be argued that
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Summary
12. 一方面 on the other hand
13. 例如 for example\instance,such as
14. 使...成为可能 make it possible to do sth
15. 与...保持联系 Keep in touch with
16. 即使,尽管 even if\though
17. 在...的对面 on the opposite side of...
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Summary
18.从...中获益 benefit from
19. 社交媒体 social media
20. 健康监测仪 health monitor
21. 当然 of course
22. 一个可怕的前景 a scary prospect
23. 从积极的一面去看待 look on the positive side of
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Lead in
Question?
1. What’s the main idea of each paragraph?
2. What’s the main idea of the passage?
3. How many parts can the passage be divided into?
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Activity 1 Read for structure
The main idea of each paragraph
describe the issue
Paragraph 1:
lead in the topic: driveless cars
Paragraph 2:
the disadvantages of driveless car
Paragraph 3:
the advantages of driveless car
Paragraph 4:
the opinion of the author towards driveless cars
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Read for main idea
The text mainly shows ____________ of new technology as well as ______________________.
pros and cons
the author’s own opinion
Fast Reading
1.Scan the title to find out:
(2)What are the basic elements of this type of text ?
A. Narrative writing
B. Expository writing
C. Argumentative writing
(1)What type of text do you expect to read?
thesis/ topic
argument/evidence/proof
demonstration/reasoning
论点
论据
论证
Activity 1 Read for structure
Structure ?
Signposts (标识性语言)
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Structure
Para 2-4
Read and find out the main idea for each paragraph.
①
②
③
④
On the one hand,
On the other hand,
Personally,
Some words and phrases are used as signposts to help show a para’s purpose and logic between paras.
Disadvantages
Advantages
“My” opinion
Activity 3 Summary
How to write an argumentative essay
Para.1 Introduction
a specific event
different opinions
Para.2 Cons
Para.3 Pros
Topic
sentence
give
examples
make
contrast
Para.4 Own opinion
Topic sentence
give examples
(personal experience)
Topic
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Para.1 Introduction
a specific event
different opinions
Para.2 Cons
Para.3 Pros
Para.4 Own opinion
Topic
Activity 5 Writing
Give examples
make
contrast
Topic sentence
Topic sentence
Personal experience
Should We Carry Out the Clone Research?
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Detailed Reading
1.Read the text in detail to find out the signposts.
Signposts
(标识性语言)
Para1
Para2
Para3
Para4
Some words and phrases are used as signposts to help show a paragraph’s purpose. These usually come at the beginning or end of a paragraph. They are always set off using commas at the beginning of a sentence.
How to write an argumentative essay.
Topic
describe the issue
disadvantages/advantages
give an opinion
a specific event
different opinions
topic sentence
examples
make contrast
topic sentence
examples
conclusion
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How to write an argumentative essay
An argumentative essay
structure
words and phrases
cease doing;
benefit quite a lot from;
look on the positive side of...
language features
using signposts : on the one hand; on the other hand; personally; in my opinion/ view / eyes; nevertheless / however…
1.导入主题
Nowadays\At present\Currently, there is an increasingly hot\heated\energetic topic about whether it is... (某个主题,需以句子形式呈现).But it is well-known that \However, \Neverthless, as is known to all,\there is no doubt that the opinions concerning this hot topic vary from person to person.
最近,关于...是否...的话题引发热议。 但是众所周知,关于这个热门话题的观点因人而异。
2.正方观点
A majority of people approve of the opinion that (正方观点).From their point of view,there are two factors contributing to this attitude,which are as follows:in the first place\first of all\ above all, (原因一) .Furthermore,\ Moreover,\ What’s more,\Besides, \ In addition, (原因二) .
3.反方观点
On the contrary,some people differ in their opinions on this matter.They hold the opposite view that (反方观点).On the one hand, (原因一).On the other hand, (原因).
大多数人同意……的观点。
导致;有助于
此外
相反
有不同的观点
持……的观点
4.正方观点
Personally\As far as I’m concerned,\ In my opinion,\ From my point of view\ As for me the topic is (作者观点).
The topic of...(主题)is becoming more and more popular recently. There are two sides of opinions about it. Some people believe that ①----------------(观点一). For example,②-------------(举例或提供论据证明). In my opinion, I never think this reason can be the point. For one thing, ① ----------(我不同意该看法的理由一). For another thing, ② ------(反对的理由之二)
While others think that B is a better choice in the following three reasons. Firstly,...(支持B的理由一). Secondly (besides),...(理由二). Thirdly (Finally),...(理由三).
From my point of view/Personally, I’m in favor of the latter/former.(根据自己的观点选择). The reason is that ...(原因). As a matter of fact, there are some other reasons to explain my choice. For me, the former is surely a wise choice .
写作模板
正反观点议论文
万能模板:
Recently our class had a heated discussion about whether____. Opinions are divided on this issue.
The students who are in favor of the idea hold the view that ___ should ____. The reason why they are for it are as follows. To start with___ . Besides_____. What’s more , _____.
On the contrary, the other students who are against it think _____ should not ____ .For one thing____. For another _______. What’s worse , ____ .
In my opinion, we should _____ , for _____.
Step3 Universal template
万能模板:
Can you tell the pros and cons about
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Use what you have learnt to express your opinion in an essay about the changes that could be caused by advances in technology.
1.Work in groups.What’s your opinion towards the usage of telephones, and its possible advantages and disadvantages.
Advance in renovation of historical sites advantages disadvantages
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Para.1
1.最近,我们班有一个关于我们中学生是否应该在学校携带智能手机的讨论。
Recently, our class have had a discussion about whether we middle school students should carry smart phones at school .
2.关于这个热门话题的意见因人而异 (持有不同观点)
Opinions concerning this hot topic vary from person to person.
3.大多数学生都赞成。在他们看来,有两个因素导致了他们的态度如下。
The majority of students are in favor of it. In their view there are two factors contributing to their attitude as follows.
4.首先,智能手机可以为他们提供一个很好的平台,在那里他们可以与朋友交流,跟上社会。(定语从句)
To start, smart phones can provide them with a fantastic platform where they can communicate with friends and keep up with the society.
5.其次,当他们遇到麻烦时,向别人求助更方便。
What’s more, it is more convenient for them to turn to others for help when in trouble.
6.然而,一些学生不同意,他们认为学生应该被禁止携带智能手机。
However, some students disapprove of it, holding the view that students should be banned/forbidden from carrying smart phones.
7.因为手机可以让他们很容易分心,从而对他们的学习产生负面影响
Phones can make them distracted easily, thus having a negative influence on their study.
8.此外。 手机有辐射,这一定会损害他们的健康 (radiation)
In addition, phones have radiation. which will undoubtedly do harm to their health.
9.在我看来,我们最好把手机留在家里,不仅因为我们学生应该集中精力学习,而且因为我们很容易沉迷于手机 (not only,but also)
As far as I am concerned,we’d better leave phones at home, not only because we students should mainly concentrate on study, but also because we are easy to addict ourselves to them.
Brainstorm
Robots are widely used in our daily life, however, people’s attitudes towards Robots vary from person to person. Now brainstorm the possible advantages and disadvantages of Robots.
Advantages Disadvantages
To improve efficiency
Bring convience
Remote control
Old people may can’t get hang of robots
Robots may can’t fully realize our expresion
Lead to information leakage
Expensive
Kill people conquer the earth
lead to unemployment
Brainstorm
Robots are widely used in our daily life, however, people’s attitudes towards Robots vary from person to person. Now brainstorm the possible advantages and disadvantages of Robots.
Advantages Disadvantages
make people live convenient life;
help people do works accurately and efficiently ...
cannot think whether an action is correct or not;
lead to unemployment ...
Finish the draft (Possible Version 1)
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With the development of technology, a variety of intelligent machines such as robots have been invented so far. It is obvious that these smart machines are being used to take the place of human beings, which will inevitably leads to controversy as there are advantages and disadvantages regarding this issue. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
In this essay, I will argue that robots are now an essential part of our everyday lives, but we must always be aware of their disadvantages.
Should We Let Robots Take Over The World ?
Finish the draft (Possible Version 1)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ They make people live convenient life, and help people do their works accurately and efficiently. ___________, in the past, we had to go to library to search information. ________, these days, we can retrieve any information on the street through smart phones because the internet is accessible via the smart phones. __________, in hospital, a number of doctors are using robots because they can operate accurately and save time using the robots. _________, smart machines bring a multitude advantages to our workplace and daily lives.
On the one hand, these intelligent machines such as robots, computers and smart phones play a major role in our society.
For instance
However
Moreover
Therefore
Finish the draft (Possible Version 1)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Robots are running on just their program which people install. This means that they cannot think whether an action is correct or not. _____________, the robots could make totally the wrong products sometimes.
_____________, the rate of unemployment has becoming higher in comparison to the past because the majority of companies are replacing manual labour with robots. Many factories are fully robotized and do not need people anymore.
On the other hand, despite the fact that intelligent machines exert a positive influence on society, there are negative perspectives
as well.
In other words
In addition
Finish the draft (Possible Version 1)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________, ______________ I will always __________________________ (着眼于积极一面) robot and accept it rather than resist it.
think whether its correct or not
In my opinion, intelligent machines not only help people live
convenient life and do their own work accurately and
efficiently, but also can make wrong products as they cannot
Nevertheless
look on the positive side of
Possible Version 2
Robots … Do They Have More Advantages Or Disadvantages ?
In recent years, robotic machines have increasingly replaced people in jobs. In this essay, I will argue that robots are now an essential part of our everyday lives, but we must always be aware of their disadvantages.
On the one hand, in terms of the negative sides of using robots for jobs, this trend may cause disadvantages for workers. With the development of modern technology, it is a common fact that many industries replaced employees with automatic machines in order to enhance their efficiency, leading to the fact that the number of farmers and factory workers has constantly decreased. As a result, many families have to struggle to make ends meet.
Possible Version 2
Robots … Do They Have More Advantages Or Disadvantages ?
On the other hand, this development brings far more positive effects on humans. Firstly, robots are hugely beneficial to the medical field. Artificial intelligence helps us make better diagnoses and may reduce the risk at surgeon performances. For example, with robotic surgery, doctors can minimize surgical procedures to be done with more precision and accuracy. Secondly, robots reduce the workload of humans. In other words, the machine is capable of performing intensive human labour and backbreaking tasks.
Possible Version 2
Robots … Do They Have More Advantages Or Disadvantages ?
In my opinion, although this change has disadvantages for average workers, I am convinced that there are much more benefits compared with drawbacks. In conclusion, though the dominance of robotic technologies has shortcomings, it still gives humans great assistance in some important aspects like health care and works.
本单元的写作任务:正反对比类议论文
正反对比类议论文是从正反两方面辩证地说明某个观点的议论文。
写作指导
1.此类文章的结构一般为:
引语---正方观点---反方观点---结论
2.文章要做到要点完整\条理清晰.
各段之间层次清楚,以使文
章显得有条理.从段落内部的
层次讲,每一段一般又分为三部分:
主题句\扩展句和总结句.
3.常用一般现在时.
正反观点议论文
万能模板:
Recently our class had a heated discussion about whether____. Opinions are divided on this issue.
The students who are in favor of the idea hold the view that ___ should ____. The reason why they are for it are as follows. To start with___ . Besides_____. What’s more , _____.
On the contrary, the other students who are against it think _____ should not ____ .For one thing____. For another _______. What’s worse , ____ .
In my opinion, we should _____ , for _____.
Universal template
万能模板:
书面表达:
假如你是李华,学校论坛英文版想邀请你写一篇介绍微信(WeChat)利弊的文章,刊登在论坛上。要点如下:
1.微信的益处;
2.微信的弊端;
3.你的看法。
注意:1.词数80左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
议论文:微信的利弊
一般现在时
第三人称为主
第一段:微信受欢迎,但要客观看待微信
第二段:益处:微信拉近了人们之间的距离;可以找到倾诉心事的朋友。弊端:有虚假信息,容易让人上当受骗。
体裁话题
时态人称
文章架构
We Should Advocate WeChat
第三段:自己的观点—合理利用微信。
Useful Expressions
Useful Expressions
More and more people are beginning to use Wechat and some have even become addicted to it. However, WeChat has both advantages and disadvantages.
WeChat really shortens the distance between people. No matter where we are we can easily get in touch with our friends. Besides, we can find friends to whom we can tell our secrets. However it also has disadvantages. First, some information offered on WeChat is false and it may result in people being cheated. Second, some people spend too much time on WeChat, greatly influencing their normal life.
As far as I am concerned, WeChat is convenient but we should use it properly.
连
句
成
文
Useful structure and expressions
Para.1: Issue+ two opinions
Recently, we had a heated discussion on...
When it comes to..., opinions are divided on the issue.
Some students oppose the idea of..., nevertheless, others claim that...
Para.2 : Advantages & Disadvantages
On the one hand, smart home can be extraordinarily/ very.... For example,... Hence,...
On the other hand, smart home can bring us..., since....Consequently/ In consequence,....
Para.3: My own opinion
Personally, I still hold the view that...
As for me/ As far as I’m concerned, it could be argued that...
10 1 Read the text and then decide whether the statements…
人民教育电子音像出版社
普通高中教科书 英语 选择性必修 第一册
2020
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194963.05
more and more people
越来越多的人
become addicted to
对……上瘾
shorten the distance between people
缩短了人们之间的距离
no matter where
无论在哪里
tell our secrets
告知我们的秘密
result in
导致
spend too much time on
在……上花费太多时间
as far as I am concerned
就我而言
use it properly
合理利用
普通表达
高级表达
◆We can easily get in touch with our friends.
◆We can find friends to share our secrets.
◆Some information which offered on WeChat is false and people may be cheated.
◆Some people spend too much time on WeChat which greatly influences their normal life.
◆In my opinion,WeChat is convenient but we should use it properly.
◆No matter where we are we can easily get in touch with our friends.
◆We can find friends to whom we can tell our secrets.
◆Some information offered on WeChat is false and it may result in people being cheated.
◆Some people spend too much time on WeChat,greatly influencing their normal life.
◆As far as I am concerned,WeChat is convenient but we should use it properly.
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