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Unit5 We Have Only One Earth – Period 2 Reading
Teaching Analysis
【Textbook Analysis】
This is the second period of Unit 5, focusing on reading comprehension of a leaflet about the 3R principles (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle). The text introduces waste management strategies in daily life and encourages students to reflect on their own environmental habits. The lesson aims to develop students’ reading skills (skimming and scanning) and deepen their understanding of sustainable living.
【Student Analysis】
Students have been introduced to basic environmental vocabulary in Period 1. They are familiar with the topic but may struggle with longer texts and extracting structured information. They are motivated by real-life relevance and group collaboration.
【Teaching Focus & Difficulties】
Focus:
Understanding the 3R principles and their applications.
Using reading strategies to locate key information.
Difficulties:
1.Distinguishing between “reuse” and “recycle” in concept and expression.
2.Expressing personal waste management habits in English.
Learning Objectives
【Knowledge & Skills】
1.Students will be able to explain the 3R principles in simple English.
2.Students will be able to extract specific information from the leaflet through skimming and scanning.
3.Students will be able to list examples of applying 3R in daily life.
【Process & Methods】
Through guided reading, group discussion, information mapping, and example collection, students will develop structured reading skills and apply environmental knowledge to real-life contexts.
【Affect, Attitude & Values】
To cultivate a sense of environmental responsibility, encourage critical thinking about personal consumption, and promote proactive participation in waste reduction and resource management.
Procedure Design
步 骤
活 动 设 计
设计意图
Step 1: Lead-in (5 mins)
Show images of waste piles and recycling stations. Ask questions: What do you see? How do you deal with daily waste? Guide discussion to introduce 3R.
To activate prior knowledge and create real-life relevance.
step 2: Skimming for Main Ideas
Students skim the leaflet to answer: What is it about? What are the three Rs? Check and clarify meanings.
To train skimming skills and establish a clear conceptual framework.
step 3: Scanning & Organizing Information
Students scan the text and complete a 3R graphic organizer (definition + example). Underline key sentences.
To develop scanning skills and help students organize information visually.
step 4: Vocabulary & Language Focus
Explain key terms: statistics, packaging, flea market, convert, outdated. Highlight passive voice structures.
To remove language barriers and reinforce key vocabulary and grammar.
step 5: Application & Reflection
Group brainstorming: List more daily examples for each R. Share and discuss. Write one personal waste reduction goal.
To promote collaborative learning, personal application, and commitment to action.
Assessment & Reflection
【Assessment】
• Formative: Observation of group discussion, completion of graphic organizer.
• Summative: Collection of example lists and personal goal notes.【Reflection】
Monitor pacing to balance reading skills and comprehension. Provide visual aids for abstract concepts. Encourage participation from all students in group tasks.
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