Unit 6 Trees E Trees around us (Project)教学设计 2024-2025学年沪教版（五四学制）英语七年级下册

Unit 6 Trees-E Trees around us (Project) This project in Unit 6 of the 7th - grade English textbook (Shanghai Education Edition, 4 - 5 - year system, 2024) focuses on trees around us. It combines language learning with real - world exploration. Students will first review the knowledge about trees they have learned before, such as the functions of trees (e.g., they can keep the air clean, cool the air, and provide shelter and food for animals). Then, they will be guided to carry out a project - based learning activity. They need to observe the trees in their schoolyard or neighborhood, collect information about different types of trees, including their names, features, and the benefits they bring. Through this project, students will not only strengthen their English language skills but also enhance their awareness of environmental protection. 教学目标 Students can master and use the key words and phrases related to trees, such as "bark", "branch", "leaf", "root", "provide... for...", "in fact", etc. Students can review and consolidate the sentence patterns used to describe the functions and characteristics of trees, for example, "Trees can...", "They provide food and shelter for...". Students can understand the process of tree growth and the importance of trees in our daily life through reading materials and group discussions. 教学重难点 A. Key Points Key vocabulary and sentence patterns related to trees. Make sure students can correctly understand, pronounce and use these words and sentence patterns in context. The process of guiding students to complete the tree - observing project, including how to collect information, organize data, and present their findings in English. Helping students understand the multiple functions of trees and their significance in the ecosystem. B. Difficult Points How to help students effectively collect and summarize information about trees, especially when dealing with some technical terms or complex tree - related knowledge. Training students to write a well - structured and detailed report about trees in English. They may encounter difficulties in grammar, sentence construction, and logical organization of the report. Inspiring students to think deeply about the relationship between trees and human beings, and promoting them to take practical actions to protect the environment based on their understanding. Tree parts: bark (the tough outer covering of a tree), branch (a part of a tree that grows out from the trunk), leaf (the flat, green part of a tree that grows from a branch), root (the part of a tree that grows underground and absorbs water and nutrients) Functions: provide (to give something that is needed), produce (to create or make something), clean (to make something free from dirt or impurities), cool (to make something less hot) Others: environment (the natural world in which people, animals, and plants live), neighborhood (an area where people live), in fact (used to emphasize what is really true) 教学过程 A. Lead - in (5 minutes) Greet the students as usual. Show some pictures of different trees on the PPT, such as pine trees, oak trees, and maple trees. Ask students: "Do you know these trees? What are they called in English?" Let several students answer. Then ask: "What do you know about trees? Why are trees important to us?" Encourage students to share their ideas freely. This can activate students' prior knowledge and arouse their interest in the topic. B. Knowledge Review (8 minutes) Vocabulary review Write the key words about tree parts (bark, branch, leaf, root) on the blackboard. Point to each word and ask students to read it aloud several times, paying attention to the pronunciation. Use flashcards with pictures of tree parts to check students' understanding. Show a flashcard and ask students to quickly say the corresponding English word. Sentence pattern review Present some sentences about the functions of trees on the PPT, such as "Trees can keep the air clean." "They provide food for animals." Ask students to read these sentences aloud and then make some similar sentences by themselves. Invite several students to share their sentences with the class. C. Project Introduction (7 minutes) Explain the project task to the students: "In this class, we are going to carry out a project about the trees around us. You will work in groups of four. First, you need to choose a tree in our schoolyard or your neighborhood to observe. Then, collect information about this tree, including its name, appearance (how tall it is, what color its bark and leaves are, how many branches it has), and the functions it has (does it provide shade? Does it attract birds?). Finally, you will write a report about your observation in English and present it to the class next time." Divide the students into groups. Make sure each group has a balance of different English - proficiency levels to facilitate cooperation. Give each group a project worksheet. On the worksheet, there are some guiding questions, such as "What is the name of the tree you observe?", "Describe the appearance of the tree", "What benefits does this tree bring to the environment or people?" D. Group Work (15 minutes) In the groups, students start to plan their tree - observing project. They can discuss which tree they want to choose, how they will collect information (by observing, asking others, or looking up information in books or on the Internet), and how they will divide the tasks among group members. The teacher walks around the classroom, listens to the students' discussions, and provides necessary guidance and help. For example, if a group has difficulty in choosing a tree, the teacher can give some suggestions; if students have questions about how to describe the appearance of a tree in English, the teacher can offer some useful words and phrases. E. Conclusion and Homework (10 minutes) Conclusion Call the students' attention back to the whole class. Invite one or two groups to briefly share their initial plans for the project. Summarize the key points of this class, including the review of tree - related vocabulary and sentence patterns, and the introduction of the tree - observing project. Emphasize the importance of cooperation in group work and the significance of protecting trees. Homework Ask each group to complete the tree - observing part after class. They need to fill in the project worksheet with detailed information about the tree they choose. Require students to read some simple English passages about trees to expand their knowledge and collect more useful expressions for their project reports. They can find these passages in English textbooks, magazines, or online resources. 教学反思 After this class, I need to reflect on the following aspects: Teaching Effectiveness: Whether students have a clear understanding of the project task. If some students are still confused, I need to provide more detailed explanations in the next class. Check if students can actively participate in group discussions and use the learned vocabulary and sentence patterns to communicate. If not, I should adjust my teaching methods to better stimulate students' enthusiasm. Group Work: Observe the cooperation situation within each group. If there are problems such as unequal participation or poor communication among group members, I need to guide students on how to cooperate effectively. Provide more training on group - work skills in future classes, such as how to listen to others' opinions, how to divide tasks fairly, and how to jointly solve problems. Knowledge Mastery: Evaluate whether students have firmly grasped the key vocabulary and sentence patterns related to trees through their performance in class and the completion of homework. If necessary, arrange additional review activities to strengthen students' memory and application ability. Emotional Guidance: Notice whether students have shown an increased interest in trees and environmental protection. 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