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U5 Lesson 2
The Objectives of Education
Listening (1)
What objectives of education are mentioned in the video?
Express yourself
What do you think are the top three objectives of education? Why?
A possible answer:
I think establishing core values, improving physical and mental health, and preparing for a well-rounded life in society are the top three objectives of education because only in this way can we make effective contributions to social development...
to gain knowledge
to improve academic ability
to pursue certain careers
to develop critical thinking
to establish core values
to build confidence
to acquire skills
to prepare for a well-rounded life in society
to improve physical and mental health
to develop cognition
to prepare for social life
to build character
the mental process by which knowledge and understanding is developed in the mind
认知
Before listening
What questions do you want to ask about education?
A lecture on education by Professor James
Listen for general understanding
Ex. 2 Listen to the lecture and write down the two questions that are often asked about education. Try to list any answers the speaker gives.
The questions we often ask about educaiton are:
What is education?
What are the main objectives for students to receive education?
Listen for detailed information
Ex.3 Listen to Part 1 of the lecture and answer:
1.Where does the word “education” come from? What does it mean?
2.How does the speaker define education?
Education comes from the Latin for “to lead”.
It means when you are educated you are led from one place to another, including physical, moral, mental or academic.
It's a process of facilitating learning or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, attitudes and habits.
What is the main idea of Part.1?
It introduces the origin and the definition of education.
Pair work
Retell what James presents about education to your partner.
(its origin and definition)
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Listen for detailed information
Ex.4 Listen to Part 2 of the lecture and complete the table.
Listen for detailed information
Three Main Objectives of Education
Objectives Supporting details
To______ knowledge provide knowledge necessary not only to____________________but also to ____________the world.
let us understand how___________________works.
give us insights into _______________ and the attitude we need in order to ________________________________.
gain
understand people of different cultures
contribute to
the surrounding world
how people think
pursue certain careers
Listen for detailed information
Three Main Objectives of Education
Objectives Supporting details
To prepare individuals for a ____________
life in society provide learners with the tools to develop skills, to think for themselves and to ________________throughout their lives.
help individuals develop____________________.
well-rounded
continue learning
critical thinking skills
Listen for detailed information
Three Main Objectives of Education
Objectives Supporting details
To __________ core values and prepare you for __________ help to understand what is wrong and ___________.
help to explore ________and develop_________.
help to learn how to _________with other people in a civil manner.
make people _________with integrity.
enable learners to establish___________________________, as well as form____________.
establish
what is right
the truth
cognition
interact
behave
the right values and attitudes
good habits
social life
Pair work
Retell the three main objectives of edcucation and the supporting ideas to your partner.
What’s the main idea of Part.2?
In part 2, Professor James mainly talks about the three objectives of education with supporting ideas.
Listen for detailed information
Listen to part 3 of the lecture and complete the sentences.
Education is important
not only because it______________________________,
but also______________________________________.
Referring back to the definition provided at the very beginning,
education facilitates the development of an individual
_________________________________________, so that the
individual can ___________________________to social development.
facilitates individual development
promotes social and national development
physically, mentally, morally and academically
make effective contributions
Part1: the origin and definition of education
Part2: the three objectives of education
Part3: ?
the importance of education
(the conclusion of the lecture)
Structure of the lecture
origin & definition
three main objectives
conclusion
The lecture
Part 3
Part 2
Part 1
Listen again referring to the script on P110-111.
Think, discuss and share
What is the inner connection between education, an individual and society? Use a graphic organizer to illustrate your thinking.
Think and share
The inner connection between education, an individual and society
facilitate individual development
promotes social and national development
make effective contributions to social development
Education
Society
Individual
Language learning: make collocations
Ex.5 Match the expressions to make collocations. Then use the collocations to complete the sentences.
gain knowledge
expose oneself to new things
develop cognition
establish core values
receive education
give insights into
Language learning
Ex. 5
1.Everyone has the right to _______________________.
2.Don't be afraid of ______________________________.We should always learn new knowledge.
3.The article ______________________ the purpose of education.
4.We _________________ from reading to improve ourselves.
5.Senior Secondary is a critical period to________________ and ________________________.
gain knowledge
exposing yourself to new things
gives insights into
receive education
develop cognition
establish core values
Write an article, including the points:
what is education;
the three main objectives of education;
to chieve the objectives, what you think educators and learners should do respectively;
Homework
Tips: Try to use the collacations you’ve learned from this lesson as many as possible.
U5 Lesson 2
The Objectives of Education
Listening (2)
Before listening
Do you have any further questions about education?
A lecture on education by Professor James
Listen for general understanding
Ex. 6 Listen to the Q & A session of the lecture. What quesions does the student ask? What are Professor James’ responses to the questions.
The student’s question:_______________________________
__________________________________________________
Professon James’ responses: ___________________________
__________________________________________________
What should teachers and students do
respectively in order to achieve the main objectives of education.
He introduces teachers and
students’ responsibilities respectively.
in the same order as the people or things already mentioned 分别地,各自地,依次为
Listen for details
Ex. 6 Listen again and complete the table.
Professor James’ responses to the questions:
Teachers should:
facilitates _________________;
pass on ____________ and ________;
stimulate students’ __________________;
teach students to think ________ and ___________;
provide rich ___________and help students learn to
use______________________________________________.
students' learning
knowledge
skills
interests in learning
critically
creatively
resources
the right strategies to make learning more effective
Listen for details
Listen for details
Students should:
become ___________ learners;
have ____________________ for themselves;
learn how to ___________, ___________ and ___________;
make __________________to guide one’s own beliefs and actions;
____________ what they have learnt.
autonomous
clear learning goals
analyse
compare
evaluate
proper judgements
demonstrate
Professor James’ responses to the questions:
Think, discuss and share
What other responsibilities can you think of for teachers and students?
For teachers,…
For students,…
Focus on function: Convincing
Listen and complete the Talk Builder.
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It's more important to
That's why
Another thing that's important
It's brilliant idea to
Read and imitate the dialogue. Pay attention to the convincing expressions. (P111-5.6)
Group work
Suppose you are going to give a speech on the objectives of education to your classmates. Please present it in your group, including the major points:
the objectives of education
both teachers’ and students’ responsibilities
Tips
1. Try to use the structure in Activity 4 to make your introduction more logical;
2. Try to use the sentences in the Talk Builder to make your speaking more convincing.
Education in China
Write down the speech on education that you prepare to present to your classmates, mainly covering the following aspects:
1) the objectives of education
2) both teachers’ and students’ responsibilities
3) your understanding of the inner connection between education, an individual and society
Homework
Thanks!
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