Unit 4 Information Technology Lesson 2 Apps 教案-2024-2025学年高一英语北师大版（2019）必修第二册

Unit 4: Apps - Listening Class Subject English Grade Level High School Grade 1 Total 2 periods Textbook New Beijing Normal University Edition, Senior High School English, Volume 2 Class Type Listening Class Period 2 Textbook Analysis Textbook Analysis This lesson focuses on the listening skills related to apps. It includes an interview with an app developer, a group discussion on the functions and uses of apps, and role-playing activities to practice asking for and offering help. The content covers the popularity of apps, the challenges in app development, and the latest technologies used in apps. Student Analysis Students are familiar with using apps in their daily lives but may lack a deeper understanding of the technical aspects and the development process. They are generally interested in technology and digital communication, making this topic engaging for them. Some students may need support in improving their listening and speaking skills. Lesson Objectives By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand the general functions and uses of apps. 2. Identify the challenges in developing an app. 3. Practice listening for key words to improve comprehension. 4. Engage in role-playing activities to practice asking for and offering help. Key Points and Difficulties Key Points 1. General functions and uses of apps. 2. Challenges in app development. 3. Latest technologies used in apps. Difficulties 1. Identifying key words in the listening material. 2. Engaging in role-playing activities with appropriate language use. 3. Understanding the technical aspects of app development. Teaching Methods Teaching Methods Listening practice, group discussion, role-playing Teaching Procedure Teacher Activities Student Activities Introduction (10 minutes) Warm-up Activity (1) Ask students to list the apps they often use and their purposes. (2) Write the list on the board and discuss the common functions of apps. (3) Play a short audio clip as a demonstration and ask students to identify key words. 1. List the apps they often use and their purposes. 2. Participate in the class discussion and write down key points. 3. Listen to the demonstration clip and identify key words. Evaluation Task 1. Accurate list of apps: ☆☆☆ 2. Active participation: ☆☆☆ 3. Correct identification of key words: ☆☆☆ Design Intentions To activate prior knowledge and engage students with a relevant topic. To introduce the importance of listening for key words and provide a demonstration. Main Content (25 minutes) Activity One: Listening for Key Words Pre-listening (1) Highlight key words in the questions that will help them find the answers. (2) Instruct students to listen for key words and take notes. (3) Pause the audio after each question to allow students to write down their answers. (4) Play the audio again if necessary. Post-listening (1) Divide students into small groups. (2) Assign each group a specific question to discuss and prepare a short presentation. (3) Provide guidelines for the presentations. (4) Monitor group progress and offer assistance as needed. (5) Reinforce the importance of listening for key words. 1. Read the questions carefully and highlight key words. 2. Listen to the audio clip and take notes on key words. 3. Write down answers to the questions. 4. Work in groups to prepare and present on assigned topics. Evaluation Task 1. Accurate answers: ☆☆☆ 2. 2. Clear presentations: ☆☆☆ 3. Active participation: ☆☆☆ Design Intentions To improve listening comprehension through focused listening and note-taking. To promote collaborative learning and critical thinking through group discussions and presentations. Activity Two: Role-Playing Role-Playing Situations Preparation (1) Divide students into pairs and assign roles (e.g., a mother and a son/daughter, a teenager and a friend). (2) Provide handouts with the role-playing scenarios and language prompts. (3) Explain the importance of using appropriate language (formal vs. informal) in different contexts. (4) Model a role-playing scenario to demonstrate the activity. (5) Instruct students to practice their scenarios in pairs. (6) Monitor pair activities and provide feedback. (7) Select a few pairs to perform their role-plays in front of the class. Scenarios (1) Scenario 1: A mother wants to choose an app for her child. The child offers to help. (2) Scenario 2: A teenager is preparing for a party. A friend offers to help buy things online. 1. Receive role assignments and handouts with scenarios. 2. Practice role-playing scenarios in pairs. 3. Perform role-plays in front of the class. 4. Participate in the class discussion on formal and informal language. Evaluation Task 1. Appropriate use of language: ☆☆☆ 2. 2. Clear role-plays: ☆☆☆ 3. Active participation: ☆☆☆ Design Intentions To practice asking for and offering help in different contexts. To enhance speaking and listening skills through role-playing activities. To understand the appropriate use of formal and informal language. Conclusion (10 minutes) Activity Three: Reflection and Q&A Reflection (1) Ask students to reflect on what they learned about apps and app development. (2) Encourage students to think about the importance of listening for key words and the appropriate use of language. (3) Reinforce the importance of responsible digital citizenship. 1. Reflect on what they learned about apps and app development. Evaluation Task 1. Meaningful reflections: ☆☆☆ 2. Active participation: ☆☆☆ 3. Clear questions: ☆☆☆ Design Intentions To reinforce the main concepts and encourage critical thinking through reflection. To address any remaining questions and provide resources for further learning. Homework Assignment Homework 1. Write a short paragraph (100-150 words) summarizing the main points of the lesson on apps and app development. 2. Choose an app you use frequently and describe its functions and benefits. Explain how it makes your life easier. Board Design General Functions of Apps To book tickets To book accommodation To order food To find directions To learn a language To check the weather To look for popular restaurants To subscribe to newspapers and magazines Challenges in App Development To become powerful To be useful To make life easier To solve real-world problems To enjoy learning activities To find what people need Latest Technologies Used in Apps VR (Virtual Reality) AR (Augmented Reality) MR (Mixed Reality) Formal vs. Informal Language Formal: set up an account, enquire about the order Informal: I haven't received the goods, check again? 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$