人教版选修四Unit2 Iconic AttractionsUsing Language Listening and Speaking

人教版选修四 Unit2 Iconic Attractions Using Language: Listening and Speaking 基础教育精品课 1 Learning objectives: In this class, you will: 1. learn about the iconic attractions of one country 2. acquire some listening and speaking tips 3. learn about how to describe what best represents a place Warming up: Guess what the country is 1. It is a country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean and it consists of two islands, the North Island and the South Island. 3. When it comes to this country, kiwi bird and Maori culture come to our mind 2. In addition to Australia, it is another country which can be referred to as “down under”. New Zealand Lead-in: A glimpse of iconic attractions of New Zealand The Bay of Islands a tourist attraction water activities marine life Maori culture Geyser a natural hot spring geothermal sytem Sulphuric pool landscape based in steam vividly coloured Kiwi bird: an icon of New Zealand nearly blind endangered species Manuka honey made from manuka plant quite thick and dark, slightly bitter Sheep first introduced to New Zealand in the late 18th century Which one can best represent New Zealand? Hello, I am the host,William Wood. Let’s welcome our three guests. Episode 1: Amazing New Zealand Topic: what can best represent New Zealand Radio programme series Dave Edmonds Felicity James Jane Smith Activity 1: Listen and match the guests with their jobs and their choices writer of the Fantastic Life blog business journalist editor of World Nature magazine the geothermal parks the New Zealand experience the Bay of Islands Tip 1: Make logical inferences based on speakers’ careers Our career will affect what we think and what we talk about. The Bay of Islands __________ cruises or __________ tours to __________ the small towns and their _______________ ____________ and ___________ Maori culture _______ the haka on site Beaches and See plenty of on the beaches Boat hiking explore rich history observe Experience See Activity 2: Listen and fill in the blanks about the reasons of the guests’ choices water activities wild life The geothermal parks The hot __________, geysers, bubbling ________and sulphuric ______ The scenery there ________________ New Zealand. pools is truly unique to springs mud The New Zealand Experience See a kiwi bird or a flock of sheep Listen and write down the key points The New Zealand Experience See a kiwi bird or a flock of sheep Try some Manuka honey See the haka Go bungee jumping Visit iconic places Experience its culture _________________ the Bay of Islands. My vote has to be Activity 3: Listen for useful expressions Function It’s used to express choices or opinions _________________________________ you’ll find in New Zealand. There are boat cruises or hiking tours to explore the small towns and rich history, as well as tours to observe and experience Maori culture.You will be astonished to see the haka on site. It’s one of the most beautiful places Function It’s used to give reasons. But, of course, _______________________________________ make the Bay of Islands ______________________ tourist destination. it’s the beaches and water activities that such a popular Function It’s used to give reasons. ____________, the Bay of Islands is really what best represents New Zealand. Function It’s used to make a conclusion. All in all The hot springs, geysers, bubbling mud, and sulphuric pools _________________________ amazing places you’ll ever see. The scenery here New Zealand. ______ the Bay of Islands is a great place too, but ____________________________ . ______________, _________________________ New Zealand are the geothermal parks, such as in the North Island area. I think I have a different place in mind In my opinion the places that best represent make that area one of the most is truly unique to Opinion Reasons _____________________ New Zealand _______________ a KiWi bird or a flock of sheep, ___________________________________. _____________________________what best represents New Zealand is not necessarily a place, ___________________________________. Try some manuka honey. See the haka. Go bungee jumping. Well, ____________________ a particular place. _________, _____________________________tourists not just visit iconic places in New Zealand-they should experience its culture. I wouldn’t choose I think that if someone left without seeing they haven’t truly experienced the country What I’m trying to say is that but rather the experiences you get there In short I would like to suggest that Opinion Reasons Conclusion _________________ the Bay of Islands. ___________________________________________ in New Zealand. There are boat cruises or hiking tours to explore the small towns and rich history, as well as tours to observe and experience Maori culture.You will be astonished to see the haka on site.But, of course, _______________________________________ make the Bay of Islands _________________________________. ____________, the Bay of Islands is really what best represents New Zealand. My vote has to be It’s one of the most beautiful places you’ll find it’s the beaches and water activities that such a popular tourist destination All in all Summary : How to describe what best represent a place Part 1 Your choice Part 2 Reasons Part 3 Conclusion Expressions to show your choices: I think... My vote has to be... I have ... in my mind. I would/wouldn’t choose... As far as I am concerned/In my opinion Expressions to show your reasons: It’s one of the most... It is...that...make +some place one of the most....area you’ll ever see. You will be astonished to do. ...is truly unique to... What I’m trying to say is that... But...if someone left without..., they haven't truly experienced... Expressions to make a conclusion: All in all/ In short/ In summary/ To sum up/ On the whole/ As a whole/ Briefly/ In brief/ In a word/ In conclusion/ As I have said above Expressions to show your choices: I think.../My vote has to be/I have ... in my mind/I would/wouldn’t choose... Expressions to show your reasons: It’s one of the most... It is...that...make +some place one of the most....area you’ll ever see. You will be astonished to do. ...is truly unique to... What I’m trying to say is that... But...if someone left without..., they haven't truly experienced... Expressions to make a conclusion: All in all/ In short/ In summary/ To sum up/ On the whole/ As a whole/Briefly/ In brief/ In a word/ In conclusion/ As I have said above Tip 2: Make your description logical by using some expressions to express opinions, list reasons and make a conclusion In our next episode, we’ll talk about the iconic attractions of China. We’re now inviting guest speakers to join our show—everyone is welcome to sign up! I’m William. See you !🎙️ Episode 2: Amazing China Brainstorming: what can best represent China Animals Culture Food Tourist attractions People Group work: make a presentation on what can best represent China Requirements: Choose an iconic attraction of China 2. Make a presentation (1 Student : the host 4 Students: the guests) Choice Reasons Conclusion Expressions to show your choices: I think.../My vote has to be/I have ... in my mind/I would/wouldn’t choose... Expressions to show your reasons: It’s one of the most... It is...that...make +some place one of the most....area you’ll ever see. You will be astonished to do. ...is truly unique to... What I’m trying to say is that... But...if someone left without..., they haven't truly experienced... Expressions to make a conclusion: All in all/ In short/ In summary/ To sum up/ On the whole/ As a whole/Briefly/ In brief/ In a word/ In conclusion/ As I have said above The host Guest 1 Guest 2 Guest 3 Guest 4 Items Performance Are there some expressions to express choices and reasons, and sum up? What do you think of their pronunciation? Is the presentation engaging? Checklist Iconic attractions tell stories of who we were, who we are, and who we want to become. 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