Unit 5 Humans and nature Lesson 1 A sea story 教案-2024-2025学年高中英语北师大版（2019）必修第二册
Subject | English | Grade Level | High School Grade 1 | Total 4 periods |
Textbook | New Beijing Normal University Press Senior High School English Required 2 | Class Type | Reading Class | Period 1 |
Text Analysis The text "A Sea Story" is adapted from Edgar Allan Poe's short story "A Descent into the Maelstrom." It describes a fisherman's harrowing experience surviving a powerful whirlpool called the Moskoe-strom. The story is rich in descriptive language and vivid imagery, making it an excellent resource for developing students' reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. Student Analysis Students at this level have a basic understanding of English grammar and vocabulary. They are familiar with reading short stories and can identify key elements such as characters, setting, and plot. However, they may struggle with complex vocabulary and abstract concepts. The teacher should provide context and support to help students fully engage with the text. | ||||
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand and explain the key events and characters in the story "A Descent into the Maelstrom." 2. Use new vocabulary and phrases related to the sea and survival to describe the story. 3. Analyze the author's use of descriptive language and its impact on the reader. 4. Discuss the themes of human resilience and the power of nature in the story. | ||||
Key Points 1. Understanding the main events and characters in the story. 2. Identifying and using new vocabulary and phrases. 3. Analyzing the author's descriptive language. Difficulties 1. Interpreting complex vocabulary and abstract concepts. 2. Analyzing the deeper meaning and themes of the story. 3. Engaging in meaningful discussions about the story's themes. | ||||
Teaching Methods Lecture, group discussion, pair work, individual activities Teaching Aids Textbook, projector, handouts, images | ||||
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Warm-up | Activate Prior Knowledge (1) Show pictures of a fisherman, a fishing boat, a whirlpool, and waves. Ask students to describe the pictures using the provided words and phrases: a fisherman, a fishing boat, a whirlpool, waves, to escape, to survive a storm, to float, wild. Example: A fisherman is trying to survive a storm. (2) Introduce the topic of the lesson: "A Sea Story" by Edgar Allan Poe. (3) Provide a brief background about Edgar Allan Poe and the Moskoe-strom and explain the significance of the Moskoe-strom in the story. Questions Q1: Do you know any stories about people and the sea? | 1. Describe the pictures using the provided words and phrases. 2. Share their descriptions with the class. 3. Ask questions about the story and the author. |
Pre-reading | Introduce the Text (1) Read the fact file about the Moskoe-strom together as a class. (2) Highlight key information: the definition of the Moskoe-strom, its location, and its strength. (3) Ask students to predict what might happen in the story based on the fact file. (4) Explain the structure of the story and the main characters. Questions Q1: What is a "Moskoe-strom"? Q2: Who wrote the story? Q3: What do you think will happen in the story? Q4: Who are the main characters in the story? | 1. Read the fact file and highlight key information. 2. Predict what might happen in the story. 3. Share predictions and justify their ideas. 4. Pay attention to details and descriptive language. |
While-reading | Read and Explore (1) Read the text aloud, pausing at key points to discuss and clarify difficult vocabulary.After reading, ask students to summarize the main events of the story. (2) Discuss the author's use of descriptive language and its impact on the reader. (3) Discuss the themes of human resilience and the power of nature in the story. Questions Q1: When and where did the story happen? Q2: What effect did the terrible experience have on the storyteller? | 1. Follow along and underline unfamiliar words or phrases. 2. Summarize the main events of the story. 3. Use new vocabulary in sentences. 4. Participate in discussions about the themes of the story. |
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