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Unit 1 Friendship-Section 4 Extending and developing competencies-Cross-curricular connection
This section focuses on cross - curricular connection in the context of friendship. It begins with exploring the power and beauty of strong and lasting friendships through an excerpt from the classic book Charlotte's Web by E. B. White, which tells the story of the friendship between Wilbur the Pig and Charlotte the Spider. Then, it extends to a discussion about what makes a true friend. Moreover, it incorporates the concept of multiple intelligences, helping students understand different types of intelligence and how they can be related to friendship and learning. This section aims to integrate English language learning with literature, self - awareness, and cross - curricular thinking.
教学目标
Students will be able to understand and use vocabulary related to friendship such as "loyal", "trustworthy", "support", etc. through reading and discussion.
They can accurately retell the story excerpt from Charlotte's Web in their own words, demonstrating good comprehension and language organization skills.
Students are expected to express their opinions about true friendship clearly and fluently in English, using appropriate sentence structures and expressions.
教学重难点
1. Key Points
Comprehend the story of Charlotte's Web and extract key information about the friendship between Wilbur and Charlotte.
Master and use vocabulary and expressions related to friendship.
Understand the concept of multiple intelligences and its connection to friendship.
2. Difficult Points
Analyze and discuss cultural differences in friendship in English, as students may find it challenging to express complex cultural ideas accurately.
Help students make in - depth connections between multiple intelligences and real - life friendship scenarios, as this requires abstract thinking.
1. Vocabulary
From Charlotte's Web story: "pig", "spider", "farm", "save", "die", "children", etc.
Friendship - related: "friendship", "loyal", "trustworthy", "support", "companion", "share", "care", "concern", etc.
Multiple intelligences - related: "linguistic intelligence", "logical - mathematical intelligence", "spatial intelligence", "bodily - kinesthetic intelligence", "musical intelligence", "interpersonal intelligence", "intrapersonal intelligence", "naturalist intelligence"
2. Expressions
"make friends with", "be loyal to", "trust sb. completely", "give support to", "share sth. with sb.", "care about", "be concerned about"
3. Concept of Multiple Intelligences
Linguistic intelligence: The ability to use language effectively, including writing, speaking, and reading.
Logical - mathematical intelligence: The capacity to reason, calculate, and solve problems logically.
Spatial intelligence: The potential to recognize and use patterns in space, such as in art, navigation, or design.
Bodily - kinesthetic intelligence: Skill in using one's body to express ideas and feelings, like in sports or dance.
Musical intelligence: Sensitivity to rhythm, pitch, and sound, and the ability to create and appreciate music.
Interpersonal intelligence: Proficiency in understanding and interacting effectively with others.
Intrapersonal intelligence: Awareness of one's own emotions, values, and goals.
Naturalist intelligence: The ability to recognize, categorize, and draw upon features of the natural world.
教学过程
1. Lead - in (5 minutes)
Show students some pictures of different pairs of friends, including human friends, animal friends, and even friends from different species. Ask them to describe what they see and how they feel about the relationships shown in the pictures.
T: "Look at these pictures, everyone. Can you tell me what you see? Are they friends? How do you think they became friends?"
Encourage students to share their own experiences of making friends and what friendship means to them briefly.
2. Reading Charlotte's Web Excerpt (10 minutes)
Hand out the excerpt from Charlotte's Web to students. Play the audio of the excerpt while students read along silently, paying attention to pronunciation, intonation, and the flow of the story.
After that, ask students some basic comprehension questions, such as:
T: "Who are the main characters in the story?"
Ss: "Wilbur the Pig and Charlotte the Spider."
T: "What problem does Wilbur have?"
Ss: "The farmer, Zuckerman, wants to eat him."
T: "How does Charlotte help Wilbur?"
Ss: "She has a plan to save his life."
Then, ask students to retell the story in pairs in their own words. Walk around the classroom to listen and offer guidance if necessary.
3. Vocabulary Learning (8 minutes)
Present the new vocabulary related to friendship and the story on the blackboard or using a PPT. Explain the meanings of words like "loyal", "trustworthy", "support" with examples and simple definitions.
For example: "Loyal means always staying with your friend and supporting them, like Charlotte was loyal to Wilbur. If your friend is in trouble, you stand by them, that's being loyal."
Do a vocabulary game. Write the new words on cards and divide students into groups. Show a word card to each group, and the group members need to act out the meaning of the word without speaking, while the other groups guess the word. This activity helps students better understand and remember the words.
4. Discussion on True Friendship (8 minutes)
Organize students into small groups of 4 - 5. Pose the question: "What makes a true friend?" and ask each group to discuss and list as many qualities as they can think of.
While groups are discussing, circulate around the classroom, listen to their conversations, and offer suggestions or correct language mistakes when appropriate.
After the discussion, invite each group to share their list with the whole class. Write the common qualities on the blackboard, such as loyalty, trustworthiness, helpfulness, kindness, etc. Then, have a class discussion on why these qualities are important in a friendship.
5. Introduction to Multiple Intelligences (7 minutes)
Use a PPT to introduce the concept of multiple intelligences. Briefly explain each type of intelligence with vivid examples.
For example: "Linguistic intelligence is like what writers and poets have. They can use words to create beautiful stories and express deep feelings, just like E. B. White used words to write Charlotte's Web. Logical - mathematical intelligence is important for scientists who need to solve complex problems using numbers and logic."
After the introduction, ask students to think about which type of intelligence they think they are stronger in and give an example to support their idea.
6. Connection between Multiple Intelligences and Friendship (5 minutes)
Guide students to think about how different intelligences can be related to friendship. For example, people with strong interpersonal intelligence are usually very good at making and maintaining friendships because they can understand others' feelings well.
Divide students into pairs. Ask each pair to choose one type of intelligence and discuss how it can help in a friendship. Then, ask some pairs to share their ideas with the class.
7. Summary (2 minutes)
Summarize the key points of this class, including the story of Charlotte's Web, the qualities of a true friend, and the concept of multiple intelligences and their connection to friendship.
T: "Today, we read a touching story about the friendship between Wilbur and Charlotte. We also learned many important qualities that make a true friend. And we explored the interesting concept of multiple intelligences and how they are related to our friendships. Remember these things and think about how you can be a better friend."
教学反思
After this lesson, I reflected on the teaching process and students' learning outcomes. The use of the story Charlotte's Web was effective in attracting students' attention and engaging them in the topic of friendship. The group discussion activities, such as discussing the qualities of a true friend and the connection between multiple intelligences and friendship, promoted active participation and communication among students. However, I noticed that some students had difficulty expressing their complex ideas about cultural differences in friendship, which indicates that more guidance and practice in this aspect are needed. Also, in the group activities, a few students were less involved. In the future, I will try to set more specific roles for each group member to ensure everyone participates actively. Additionally, I could provide more real - life examples and case studies to help students better understand the connection between multiple intelligences and friendship. Overall, this lesson provided a good foundation for students to think more deeply about friendship from different perspectives, but there is still room for improvement in teaching methods and content delivery.
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