Unit 2 A life's Work-Starting out 教案-2025-2026学年高中英语外研版选择性必修第三册

Unit 2 A life's Work-Starting out 内容导航 This part mainly includes a video about the fable "Paoding Jieniu" and quotes from three celebrities. It guides students to initially perceive the core elements of craftsmanship such as concentration and perseverance, and triggers their thinking about the relationship between dedication to a lifelong career and success. 教学目标和重难点 1. 教学目标 Language Ability: Master core words and phrases related to dedication and craftsmanship, and understand simple English quotes. Cultural Awareness: Understand the connotation of craftsmanship in Chinese and Western cultures through "Paoding Jieniu" and foreign celebrities’ quotes, and enhance cultural confidence. Thinking Quality: Cultivate the ability to analyze and summarize the core meaning of quotes and video content. Learning Ability: Master the learning strategy of combining video watching and quote analysis to lay a foundation for subsequent unit learning. 2. 教学重难点 Key Points: Understand the main content of the "Paoding Jieniu" video and the meaning of the three celebrities’ quotes; master basic words and phrases such as devotion, perseverance, and focus on. Difficult Points: Comprehend the deep connotation of "craftsmanship" reflected in the video and quotes; correctly express personal views on "devoting to a lifelong career" in simple English; understand the differences and connections of craftsmanship in Chinese and Western cultures. 教学过程 Step 1: Lead-in (Warm-up & Activation) Teacher’s Activities: 1. Greet students in English and start with a question: “What do you think makes a person successful? Is it talent, hard work, or something else?” 2. Invite 3-4 students to share their opinions freely, and give positive comments on their answers, such as “Your idea is very inspiring” or “I agree with your point of view”. 3. Show a picture of Paoding Jieniu on the screen and ask: “Do you know this story? It’s a famous Chinese fable. Today, we will watch a short video about it and explore the secret of success behind it.” 4. Play the English-narrated video of “Paoding Jieniu” twice: the first time for students to get a general idea, and the second time to ask them to pay attention to the key actions and descriptions of Paoding. Students’ Activities: 1. Respond to the teacher’s greeting actively and participate in the discussion about the factors of success. 2. Share their own views on success, using simple English expressions they have learned before. 3. Watch the picture of Paoding Jieniu and listen to the teacher’s introduction carefully. 4. Watch the video twice, take simple notes during the second viewing, and record the key information about Paoding’s work. Design Intention: The warm-up question closely relates to students’ life experience, which can quickly arouse their learning interest and activate their existing knowledge reserve. The picture and video of “Paoding Jieniu” combine Chinese traditional culture with English teaching, not only helping students understand the cultural connotation behind the fable but also laying a foundation for the subsequent exploration of “craftsmanship”. Playing the video twice ensures that students can first grasp the overall content and then focus on key details, which conforms to the law of students’ cognitive development. Step 2: Presentation (Key Knowledge & Theme Perception) Activity 1: Analyze the “Paoding Jieniu” Video Teacher’s Activities: 1. After playing the video, ask a series of guiding questions in English: “What does Paoding do? How does he work? Why is he so good at his job? What can we learn from him?” 2. Guide students to discuss these questions in groups of 4, and walk around the classroom to observe students’ discussion, provide help when necessary (such as reminding students of key words: skill, practice, concentration, understand the principle). 3. Invite each group to send a representative to share their discussion results, and summarize the key points: Paoding devotes himself to his work, keeps practicing, focuses on the principle of things, and finally achieves superb skills. 4. Introduce the core concept of this unit: “craftsmanship”, and explain it in simple English: “Craftsmanship means devotion, perseverance and concentration to one’s work, and pursuing excellence in every detail.” Students’ Activities: 1. Listen to the teacher’s questions carefully and think about the answers independently. 2. Discuss the questions in groups actively, express their own views, and learn from each other’s ideas. 3. The group representatives share the discussion results in English, and other students can supplement if necessary. 4. Listen to the teacher’s explanation of “craftsmanship” and take notes, understanding its basic meaning. Design Intention: Guiding students to analyze the video through questions can help them dig out the deep meaning behind the fable and connect it with the unit theme “craftsmanship”. Group discussion can cultivate students’ cooperative learning ability and oral expression ability, and let students express their views in a relaxed atmosphere. The teacher’s summary and explanation of “craftsmanship” can help students establish a clear understanding of the core concept of the unit, laying a foundation for the subsequent learning of quotes. Activity 2: Learn Celebrities’ Quotes Teacher’s Activities: 1. Show three quotes on the screen, each with the celebrity’s name and photo (Albert Einstein, Frank Lloyd Wright, Johannes Brahms). The quotes are: ① “I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious.” — Albert Einstein ② “The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work.” — Frank Lloyd Wright ③ “Without craftsmanship, inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind.” — Johannes Brahms 2. Read each quote aloud twice, emphasizing the key words (passionately curious, gift, work, craftsmanship, inspiration). 3. Explain the key words and phrases in the quotes: passionately curious (充满热情地好奇), gift (天赋), craftsmanship (工匠精神), inspiration (灵感), mere (仅仅的), reed (芦苇). 4. Guide students to analyze each quote one by one: “What does Einstein mean by ‘passionately curious’? How does Wright view the relationship between gift and work? What does Brahms want to tell us about craftsmanship and inspiration?” 5. Help students summarize the core meaning of the three quotes: All three celebrities emphasize the importance of perseverance, hard work and concentration, which is consistent with the “craftsmanship” we learned from Paoding Jieniu. Students’ Activities: 1. Look at the screen, read the quotes together with the teacher, and pay attention to the pronunciation and intonation. 2. Listen to the teacher’s explanation of key words and phrases, take notes, and ask questions if they don’t understand. 3. Analyze each quote under the teacher’s guidance, express their own understanding, and connect it with the “craftsmanship” they just learned. 4. Summarize the core meaning of the quotes together with the teacher, deepening the understanding of the unit theme. Design Intention: Introducing celebrities’ quotes can connect the Chinese fable with Western cultural elements, helping students understand the universality of “craftsmanship” in different cultures and enhancing their cross-cultural awareness. Reading the quotes aloud can improve students’ pronunciation and intonation, and the explanation of key words can help students overcome language barriers. Guiding students to analyze the quotes can cultivate their ability to understand and interpret the text, and connect the quotes with the unit theme, realizing the integration of knowledge and theme. Activity 3: Vocabulary and Phrase Consolidation Teacher’s Activities: 1. List the core vocabulary and phrases learned in this step on the screen: devotion (n. 奉献), perseverance (n. 坚持), concentration (n. 专注), craftsmanship (n. 工匠精神), focus on (专注于), devote oneself to (致力于), passionately curious (充满热情地好奇), lay the foundation for (为……奠定基础). 2. Explain the usage of each word and phrase with simple example sentences: For example, “She devotes herself to teaching.” “We should focus on our studies.” 3. Organize a “vocabulary matching” game: Divide students into two groups, show the words and phrases on one side of the screen and their Chinese meanings or example sentences on the other side, and let students match them quickly. The group that completes the matching correctly and quickly wins, and give appropriate praise. 4. Ask students to make simple sentences with the words and phrases they have learned, and invite 5-6 students to share their sentences, correcting mistakes if necessary. Students’ Activities: 1. Listen to the teacher’s explanation of vocabulary and phrases, take notes, and remember their meanings and usages. 2. Participate in the vocabulary matching game actively, cooperate with group members, and strive to win the game. 3. Make simple sentences with the learned words and phrases independently, and share their sentences with the class, correcting their own mistakes according to the teacher’s comments. Design Intention: Vocabulary is the foundation of language learning. Through explanation, example sentences and games, students can master the core vocabulary and phrases in a relaxed and interesting way, avoiding the boring memory of words. The sentence-making activity can test students’ mastery of vocabulary and phrases, and help them apply the learned knowledge to practice, improving their language application ability. The group game can also enhance students’ sense of teamwork and learning interest. Step 3: Practice (Application & Consolidation) Activity 1: Group Discussion — “My Understanding of Craftsmanship” Teacher’s Activities: 1. Put forward the discussion topic: “Combined with the ‘Paoding Jieniu’ video and the celebrities’ quotes, what do you think craftsmanship is in our daily life? Can you give examples of people around you who have craftsmanship? How can we cultivate craftsmanship in our study and life?” 2. Divide students into groups of 5, and assign a recorder and a speaker to each group. The recorder is responsible for recording the key points of the group’s discussion, and the speaker is responsible for sharing the group’s views. 3. Walk around the classroom to guide students’ discussion, remind students to use the words and phrases they have learned, and help students organize their language if necessary. 4. Set a discussion time (no specific time limit, ensuring that each student can express their views), and after the discussion, invite each group’s speaker to share the discussion results. 5. Comment on each group’s sharing, affirm their advantages, and put forward suggestions for improvement, such as “Your example is very appropriate, but you can use more learned words to express it”. Students’ Activities: 1. Listen to the teacher’s discussion topic carefully and clarify the requirements of the discussion. 2. Discuss the topic in groups actively, each student expresses their own views, the recorder records the key points, and the group members discuss and supplement each other. 3. Use the learned words and phrases such as devotion, perseverance, focus on to express their views, and try to use simple and fluent English. 4. The group speaker shares the group’s discussion results with the class, and other students listen carefully and can ask questions or supplement. 5. Listen to the teacher’s comments, and correct their own deficiencies in expression. Design Intention: This activity connects the learned knowledge with students’ daily life, making the abstract concept of “craftsmanship” concrete and vivid, helping students deepen their understanding of the theme. Group discussion can provide students with more opportunities to practice oral English, cultivate their ability to express personal views and cooperate with others. The teacher’s guidance and comments can help students improve their language expression ability and correct their mistakes in time. Activity 2: Sentence Completion Teacher’s Activities: 1. Prepare a sentence completion worksheet, which includes 5 sentences related to the theme of “craftsmanship” and the learned words and phrases. For example: ① To achieve success, we need not only talent but also ________ (perseverance/devotion). ② Paoding ________ (devoted himself to/focused on) his work and finally became a master. ③ Einstein said that he was only ________ (passionately curious/fully prepared). ④ Without ________ (craftsmanship/inspiration), even if you have talent, you can’t do well in your work. ⑤ We should ________ (focus on/devote to) our studies and pursue excellence. 2. Distribute the worksheet to students, ask them to complete the sentences independently, and remind them to choose the most appropriate words or phrases. 3. After students finish, invite students to read their answers aloud, and correct mistakes together with the whole class, explaining the reasons for choosing the words or phrases. 4. Summarize the key points of sentence completion, emphasizing the correct usage of the learned words and phrases. Students’ Activities: 1. Take the worksheet and read the sentences carefully, understand the meaning of each sentence. 2. Complete the sentences independently according to the learned words and phrases, and check their answers after finishing. 3. Read their answers aloud when invited, and listen to the teacher’s explanation and correction. 4. Take notes on the key points of the teacher’s summary, and consolidate the usage of words and phrases. Design Intention: Sentence completion is a simple and effective way to consolidate vocabulary and phrases. It can test students’ mastery of the learned knowledge and help them apply the words and phrases to specific sentences. Through collective correction and explanation, students can find their own mistakes and deepen their understanding of the usage of words and phrases, laying a solid foundation for subsequent language application. Activity 3: Role-Play — “Interview a Craftsman” Teacher’s Activities: 1. Explain the role-play task: “Suppose you are a reporter, and your partner is a craftsman (such as a watch repairer, a painter, a tailor). You need to interview the craftsman about his/her work experience, the understanding of craftsmanship, and the secrets of success. You should use the words and phrases we have learned in this class, such as devotion, perseverance, focus on, etc.” 2. Give a sample dialogue to guide students: Reporter: “Hello, could you tell me how you became a craftsman?” Craftsman: “I have devoted myself to this job for 10 years. I believe that perseverance and concentration are very important.” Reporter: “What do you think craftsmanship is?” Craftsman: “In my opinion, craftsmanship means focusing on every detail and pursuing excellence.” 3. Ask students to practice the role-play in pairs, and walk around the classroom to provide help, such as reminding students of the interview questions and the correct use of words and phrases. 4. Invite 2-3 pairs of students to perform their role-play in front of the class, and give comments on their performance, such as “Your dialogue is very fluent, and you used many learned words” or “You can add more questions to make the interview more vivid”. Students’ Activities: 1. Listen to the teacher’s explanation of the role-play task and the sample dialogue carefully, and understand the requirements. 2. Practice the role-play with their partners, discuss the interview questions and the lines, and try to use the learned words and phrases. 3. Perform the role-play in front of the class actively, and listen to the teacher’s comments and the performances of other pairs. 4. Improve their own dialogue according to the teacher’s comments, and further consolidate the learned knowledge. Design Intention: Role-play is a situational language practice activity, which can create a real language communication environment for students, making students apply the learned words and phrases to practical communication. It can not only improve students’ oral expression ability but also cultivate their ability to cooperate with others and respond flexibly. The sample dialogue can provide a reference for students, helping them better complete the role-play task. Step 4: Consolidation & Extension Activity 1: Summary of the Class Teacher’s Activities: 1. Invite students to summarize what they have learned in this class, including the main content of the “Paoding Jieniu” video, the meaning of the three celebrities’ quotes, the core vocabulary and phrases, and the understanding of “craftsmanship”. 2. Supplement and summarize the students’ answers, sorting out the key points of the class: ① We learned the fable “Paoding Jieniu” and understood the spirit of dedication and concentration. ② We analyzed three celebrities’ quotes and realized the importance of perseverance, hard work and craftsmanship. ③ We mastered core vocabulary and phrases related to craftsmanship. ④ We discussed the meaning of craftsmanship in daily life and practiced expressing our views in English. 3. Emphasize the connection between this class and the whole unit: “This class is the starting of our unit ‘A life's Work’. In the following classes, we will learn more stories about people who devote themselves to their lifelong careers, and further understand the connotation of craftsmanship.” Students’ Activities: 1. Think about what they have learned in this class, and try to summarize it in English. 2. Listen to the teacher’s supplement and summary, take notes, and sort out the key points of the class. 3. Understand the connection between this class and the whole unit, and clarify the learning goals of the subsequent classes. Design Intention: Letting students summarize the class content can help them sort out the knowledge they have learned, strengthen their memory and understanding, and cultivate their ability to summarize and induce. The teacher’s supplement and summary can ensure that students grasp the key points of the class, and the connection with the whole unit can help students establish a systematic learning concept, laying a foundation for subsequent learning. Activity 2: Extension Task Teacher’s Activities: 1. Assign two extension tasks for students to complete after class: Task 1: Write a short passage (80-100 words) about your understanding of craftsmanship, using at least 5 core words and phrases learned in this class. Task 2: Find one more celebrity quote about “dedication” or “craftsmanship” and prepare to share it in the next class, explaining its meaning in simple English. 2. Explain the requirements of the tasks clearly, and remind students to pay attention to the correct use of words and phrases and the fluency of the passage. 3. Encourage students to complete the tasks carefully, and tell them that the tasks will help them consolidate the learned knowledge and improve their language application ability. Students’ Activities: 1. Listen to the teacher’s explanation of the extension tasks, clarify the requirements, and record the tasks. 2. After class, complete the two tasks independently: write the short passage and find the celebrity quote. 3. Prepare to share the quote and its meaning in the next class. Design Intention: The extension task is an extension of classroom learning, which can help students consolidate the knowledge they have learned in class and apply it to writing and oral expression. Writing a short passage can improve students’ writing ability, and finding celebrity quotes can expand students’ knowledge reserve and deepen their understanding of the unit theme. The task also lays a foundation for the next class’s learning, realizing the continuity of learning. Activity 3: Feedback & Reflection Teacher’s Activities: 1. Ask students to think about the following questions: “What did you learn in this class? What do you think you did well? What are your deficiencies? What do you want to learn more about in the next class?” 2. Invite 2-3 students to share their reflections, and give positive comments and guidance, such as “You have a good grasp of the vocabulary, but you need to practice your oral expression more” or “Your reflection is very careful, and we will learn more about related stories in the next class”. 3. Tell students that reflection is an important learning strategy, which can help them find their own deficiencies and improve their learning efficiency. Students’ Activities: 1. Think about the teacher’s questions carefully and sort out their own learning gains and deficiencies. 2. Share their reflections with the class, and listen to the reflections of other students. 3. Understand the importance of reflection and make up their own deficiencies in subsequent learning. Design Intention: Reflection activity can help students establish a sense of self-monitoring and self-evaluation, find their own learning deficiencies, and improve their learning efficiency. Inviting students to share their reflections can also let students learn from each other, promote mutual progress, and cultivate their ability to reflect and summarize. Step 5: Homework Arrangement Teacher’s Activities: 1. Arrange the formal homework based on the extension tasks: ① Finish the short passage (80-100 words) about the understanding of craftsmanship, and check the use of words and phrases and the fluency of the passage. ② Find one celebrity quote about “dedication” or “craftsmanship”, write down its original sentence and Chinese meaning, and prepare a 1-2 minute oral sharing for the next class. ③ Review the core vocabulary and phrases learned in this class, and make a vocabulary card for each word and phrase (including meaning, example sentence and pronunciation). 2. Explain the requirements of each homework clearly, and remind students to complete the homework on time and carefully. 3. Tell students that the homework will be checked in the next class, and the excellent short passages and quotes will be shared with the whole class. Students’ Activities: 1. Listen to the teacher’s arrangement of homework, clarify the requirements, and record the homework. 2. After class, complete the homework carefully according to the requirements: write the short passage, find the quote, and make the vocabulary cards. 3. Review the learned knowledge and prepare for the next class’s sharing and check. Design Intention: Homework is an important part of consolidating classroom learning. The arranged homework is closely related to the classroom content, which can help students consolidate the learned vocabulary, phrases and theme knowledge. Making vocabulary cards can help students remember words more firmly, and the oral sharing of quotes can improve students’ oral expression ability. 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