Unit 3 The world of Science Starting out & Understanding ideas 课件-2024-2025学年高中英语外研版（2019）必修第三册

Unit 3 The world of science Read about the inventions from famous novels and choose those that have become a reality. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Harry threw the cloak around his shoulders… Harry looked down at his feet, but they were gone. invisibility cloak Activity 1 Presently I am going to press (v. 按) the lever, and off the machine will go. It will vanish, pass into future time, and disappear. The Time Machine (1895) 现在我要按一下操纵杆，机器就会开动，它会消失，进入未来的时间，然后消失。 《时间机器》 3 A faint blue light shot across it, darkening to purple, and presently she could see the image of her son, who lived on the other side of the earth, and he could see her. The Machine Stops (1909) video chats via mobile phones and computers connected to the Internet 4 Instead of being printed, the Earth chronicle is every morning spoken to subscribers, who, in interesting conversations with reporters, statesmen, and scientists, learn the news of the day. In the Year 2889 (1889) 《地球纪事》不是印出来的，而会在每天早上与订阅者进行语言上的交流。在与记者、政治家和科学家们饶有风趣的交谈中，订阅者们可以了解当天的新闻。 《未世风云2889》 live chat rooms 5 Watch the video and answer the questions. Activity 2 Watch the video and answer the questions. 1. Which of the inventions in the video interests you most? Why? 2. Which of the inventions in the video do you think will become a reality? 3. Of all the inventions in the world, which do you think is the most useful? Why? What other innovative technological inventions do you know? What do you think about it? What can you learn from this vedio? Lead in.Look at the pictures and talk about how the way we lived has changed. In the past, we used ...to..., but now we use...to... Ancient times Modern times paper and brush pen computer candle bulb paper glass earphone firewood gas kettle busket kitchen hood What has changed the way we live? Technology Now read the interview and find out what inventions are mentioned. The New Age of Invention The new age of invention interview interviewer asking questions interviewee answering questions Richard Greeting between the interviewer and Richard Inventions of the past Inventions of today The inspiration for more inventions The possibility of making time machine What did they talk about during the interview? Read the text fast for the 1st time and finish task 1. 1. Match the main ideas with the paragraphs: 1.Paragraphs 1-2　 A．New great tech-based inventions today. 2.Paragraphs 3-4 B．The possibility of making a time machine. 3.Paragraphs 5-8 C．The golden ages of invention of all time. 4.Paragraphs 9-12 D．The inspirations to invent new things. 5.Paragraphs 13-14 E．Greetings between the interviewer and Richard. 2. What kind of book is the most probably The New Age of Invention? A. a textbook B. a science fiction C. a self-biography D. a popular science book Fast reading - Task 1 - 4mins D Gunpowder Printing Papermaking the Compass The Four Great Invention in ancient China Printing was invented by_________. It began in the _____________ (1041-1048). Bi Sheng Northern Song Dynasty The compass was called______ in ancient times. It consists of _____, ________ and ____________. It was discovered and applied in the ______________ Period. Sinan Sinan compass magnetic needle In the early __________________ (BC2), paper was already available in China. ______of the __________________ improved papermaking technology and promoted the popularity of paper. Western Han Dynasty Cai Lun Eastern Han Dynasty Gunpowder was invented by ancient _________. From the _____________ Period to the early _____________. to keep a fantasy of ___________. alchemists Warring States Han Dynasty immortality Warring States 15 China’s New Four Great Invention High-speed railway 高铁 Bike sharing 共享单车 Online shopping 网购 Mobile payment 移动支付 16 virtual reality (VR) wearable tech flexible battery New tech-based inventions today Smart electronic devices that are attached to your body.附着在你身体上的智能电子设备 Battery that can be bent easily without breaking. 3D printers GPS technology Computing technology solar technology New tech-based inventions today Use the energy from the sun. Careful reading 1.What is the theme of the text? A.The book The New Age of Invention has been published. B.The present day is a new age for inventions. C.The great age of invention is over. D.There have been golden ages of invention throughout history. 2.Why does Richard mention the four great inventions in Ancient China? A.To prove the existence of golden ages of invention in history. B.To tell us the importance of the four inventions. C.To share his knowledge about the four inventions. D.To compare them with the great Western inventions. 3.What is Richard’s attitude to inventing a time machine? A.Negative. B.Optimistic. C.Critical. D.Indifferent. 4.What do we know about the new great inventions today? A.All of them are tech-based. B.A solution to a problem is an invention. C.The solar technology is always eco-friendly. D.Computing technology helps a lo 1 gunpowder, papermaking, printing and the compass 2 the steam engine, the telephone and the radio 3 the flexible battery 4 hearts and bone parts 5 an intelligent walking house 6 solar technology 7 a problem that needs a solution 8 an incredible desire to think and create Inventions Inventions of the past Ancient China 1.____________________________________ The West 2.________________________________________ Inspirations for inventions recognising 9.___________________________________ an incredible 10.________________________________ Inventions of today virtual 3._____________ 4.______________tech and 5.______________ replacement hearts and bone parts made by 6. ____________; an intelligent 7.__________________ using GPS, computing technology and 8.____________ technology. Mind Map Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 reality gunpowder, paper-making, printing, and the compass. the steam engine, the telephone and the radio flexible battery 3D printers solar wearable walking house a problem that needs a solution desire to think and create Choose the sentences that describe Dr Fairhurst’s opinions. 1 Inventions in Ancient China were better than those in the West. 2 A lot of today’s great inventions are tech-based. 3 Today, most inventors prefer working by themselves. 4 The desire to solve problems inspires invention. 5 A time machine will definitely be invented in the future. Think & Share In your opinion, what else inspires people to invent things? 1. Interest. As we know interest is the best teacher. So it’s very important to arouse our interest in exploring science. 2. The strong curiosity(好奇心) and rich imagination(想象力) can greatly inspire us to invent new things. Speaking of advances. Invention is a creative process, and it often begins with an everyday problem that needs to be solved. Inspiration is all around us. Keep an open and curious mind, and you will become an inventor. Summary What are the benefits from the technology? Homework 假如你是李华，你校英语社将举行主题为“AI and Job Replacement”英文演讲比赛，请你写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括： 1. AI可能取代的工作及原因； 2. 青少年应如何面对。 注意： 3. 写作词数应为80左右； ①引发兴趣： “Have you ever wondered how the rapid rise of AI is going to reshape our future job market? Well, that's exactly what we're going to dig into today.” “In this era of fast - paced technological change, the question of whether AI will take over our jobs is not just a matter of speculation. Let's explore it together.” ②阐述 AI 取代的工作及原因 引入工作类别：  “First and foremost, let's take a look at jobs that involve repetitive tasks. One prime example is the job of data entry clerks.”  “Another category of jobs that are at high risk are those related to routine information processing. Take basic customer service representatives, for instance.” 解释原因：  “Data entry clerks spend hours inputting data day in and day out. But AI can do this job in a flash, with far greater accuracy. It's like comparing a snail's pace to a rocket's speed.”  “Basic customer service reps often deal with the same old questions over and over again. However, AI - powered chatbots can handle these inquiries 24/7 without getting bored or making mistakes. It's a no - brainer that they might take over these jobs.”  “When it comes to certain financial positions, like junior financial analysts and traders, AI algorithms have an edge. They can analyze mountains of financial data in a split second, something that human beings simply can't compete with.” ③说明青少年应对方法培养技能：  “So, as teenagers, what can we do? One key thing is to develop skills that AI can't replicate. Creativity, for example, is something that makes us uniquely human.”  “We should also focus on enhancing our critical thinking abilities. After all, being able to thinkdeeply and analyze problems is crucial in a world dominated by AI.”  “Emotional intelligence is another area we need to work on. In jobs that require human - to - human interaction, our ability to understand and empathize with others will always be in demand.” 学习知识：  “In addition to skills, learning new knowledge is equally important. We should roll up our sleeves and start learning AI - related knowledge, like coding.”  “Mastering coding is like having a golden key that can open the door to a whole new world of jobopportunities in the AI field.”  “Another aspect of knowledge we should not overlook is data analysis. Understanding how to make sense of the data processed by AI will give us a competitive edge in the future job market.” ④结尾总结 总结观点：  “To sum it all up, while AI may pose a threat to some jobs, it also brings new opportunities. As long as we take the right steps, we can thrive in this new era.”  “In conclusion, the future with AI is full of both challenges and possibilities. By developing our skills and learning new knowledge, we teenagers can face the changes bravely.” 呼吁行动：  “Let's not be afraid of the changes brought by AI. Instead, let's embrace them and start preparing forthe future today!”  “So, my dear friends, it's time for us to take action. Let's gear up and make ourselves ready to face the AI - driven job market head - on!” Dear fellow students, I’m Li Hua, and I’m quite honored to talk about “AI and Job Replacement”. The rise of AI isrevolutionizing the job market. Jobs such as routine data analysis are at high risk of replacement. AI can process vast amounts of data at incredible speeds and perform repetitive tasks with consistent precision, making it more efficient than humans in these areas. As teenagers, we need to take proactive steps. First, we should cultivate our critical thinking and creativity, which are hard for AI to replicate. Second, learn to collaborate with AI, treating it as a toolrather than a competitor. Let’s adapt to the new era and thrive in this AI - driven world. All in all, AI is changing things, but we can totally keep up. Let’s roll up our sleeves and gear up for the future! Thank you! See you ! Lavf58.12.100 Packed by Bilibili XCoder v1.0(fixed_gap:False) Lavf59.14.100 Lavf58.45.100 Lavf58.29.100 Tencent APD MTS $$