Foreign LanguageDepartmentShehasbeenaNationalGeographicexplorer-in-residence（美国国家地理学会长期聘用的探险家）since1998：Shewasthefirstfemalechief scientistof theU.S.National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration..Play thevideo clip once. Make sure that Ss get the humor of the speaker by asking what she means by “lifesupport system",“world bank", “no blue, no green",“I hope that someday we willfind evidence that there is intelligent life among humans on this planet". If necessary,let Ss view the first part of the video (the first four paragraphs of the speech) again? Ask Ss to fill in the blanks according to what they have heard.· Play the relevant parts of the video clip again and ask Ss to check their answers.Speaking. Explain the task by referring to the instructions.. Have Ss form groups of 5 or 6, in each of which two should play the part of BPexecutives and the others, reporters..Have Ss compose statements, questions or answers according to their respectiveroles..HaveSs role play thepress conference.. Invite at least one group to role play it before the class.Writing·Pre-writediscussion:theimportanceof theoceansandoceanexploration.（课程思政)Have Ss discuss the topic and share opinions in groups of 4 or 5. Then invite someof the Ss to tell the group opinion.. Explain to Ss how to develop a piece of argumentation by using Reading I as anexample. In Reading I, the claim/argument appears in Para. 3: “Actually, there arevery good reasons to stop spending billions of dollars on manned space missions, toexplore space in ways that are safer and much less costly, and to grant much higherpriority to other scientific and engineering mega-projects, the oceans in particular.This claim/argument is stated again in the last paragraph as a conclusion: “In short, donot cry for Mars. It is not going away. We can send R2D2 to explore it and still keep a5
Foreign Language Department 6 She has been a National Geographic explorer-in-residence（美国国家地理学会长期 聘 用 的 探 险 家 ） since 1998 ． She was the first female chief scientist of the U．S．National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ·Play the video clip once. ·Make sure that Ss get the humor of the speaker by asking what she means by “life support system”, “world bank”, “no blue, no green”, “I hope that someday we will find evidence that there is intelligent life among humans on this planet”. If necessary, let Ss view the first part of the video (the first four paragraphs of the speech) again. ·Ask Ss to fill in the blanks according to what they have heard. ·Play the relevant parts of the video clip again and ask Ss to check their answers. Speaking ·Explain the task by referring to the instructions. ·Have Ss form groups of 5 or 6, in each of which two should play the part of BP executives and the others, reporters. ·Have Ss compose statements, questions or answers according to their respective roles. ·Have Ss role play the press conference. ·Invite at least one group to role play it before the class. Writing ·Pre-write discussion: the importance of the oceans and ocean exploration. (课程思 政) Have Ss discuss the topic and share opinions in groups of 4 or 5. Then invite some of the Ss to tell the group opinion. ·Explain to Ss how to develop a piece of argumentation by using Reading I as an example. In Reading I, the claim/argument appears in Para. 3: “Actually, there are very good reasons to stop spending billions of dollars on manned space missions, to explore space in ways that are safer and much less costly, and to grant much higher priority to other scientific and engineering mega-projects, the oceans in particular.” This claim/argument is stated again in the last paragraph as a conclusion: “In short, do not cry for Mars. It is not going away. We can send R2D2 to explore it and still keep a
ForeignLanguageDepartmentwhole pile of dough for important and inspiring exploration missions right here onEarth, starting at the beach nearest you." Some of the reasons used to support theclaim/argument are: space exploration, especially manned flights, are too costly, wehave not yet learned how to use the oceans to control global warming, oceanorganisms may hold the promise of cures for human diseases; desalination of oceanwater may help ease the problem of water scarcity; oceans may provide new sourcesof energy, materials and technologies spun off from space exploration may not beuseful on Earth, finding organic materials, not civilizations, on other planets doesn'tjustifythehuge public expenditure.· Give Ss 20-30 minutes to write a short piece of argumentation, in which reasonsshould be given to support the argument/claim that more money should be put onocean studies.The reasons may include the importance of ocean study, theunsatisfactory state of ocean study at present, etc.7
Foreign Language Department 7 whole pile of dough for important and inspiring exploration missions right here on Earth, starting at the beach nearest you.” Some of the reasons used to support the claim/argument are: space exploration, especially manned flights, are too costly; we have not yet learned how to use the oceans to control global warming; ocean organisms may hold the promise of cures for human diseases; desalination of ocean water may help ease the problem of water scarcity; oceans may provide new sources of energy; materials and technologies spun off from space exploration may not be useful on Earth; finding organic materials, not civilizations, on other planets doesn’t justify the huge public expenditure. ·Give Ss 20-30 minutes to write a short piece of argumentation, in which reasons should be given to support the argument/claim that more money should be put on ocean studies. The reasons may include the importance of ocean study, the unsatisfactory state of ocean study at present, etc
ForeignLanguageDepartmentChapterUnit 2China in TransitionUpon completion of this unit, teachers are expected tohaveenabled studentsto: have a thorough understanding of the textcontextually and linguistically, build up an active vocabulary to talk about thevarious aspects of the transition China is undergoingand know how to use the key words and expressionsTeaching Objectivein context properly, further appreciate the importance of innovation toChina in transition; take part in a discussion on various aspects of thetransition China is undergoing and have positiveviewsofwhatishappeninginChina；（课程思政） write an essay on why China has advanced rapidlyininnovationExpanding their vocabulary about progress andTeaching Focusinnovation and know howto use the key words andexpressionsincontextproperlyTalking about various aspects of the transition ChinaTeaching Difficultyis undergoing and appreciate the importance ofinnovationtoChinaintransition12lessonsTeaching DurationThrough teacher's explanation and asking questions,students can understand the text well. For word studyTeaching Methodteacherswill providestudentswith situation.WiththehelpofPPT.Write an essay on why China has advanced rapidly inAssignmentinnovationSuggested Teaching ProcessThis unit is designed for eight periods of classroom activities. In each of the periods,certain tasks are to be completed. Generally speaking, there may be several alternativeways to explore this unit. Here is a suggested teaching plan.Periods 1-2Opener&Reading&Interacting (1)1Periods 3-4 Reading & Interacting (2)
Foreign Language Department 8 Chapter Unit 2 China in Transition Teaching Objective Upon completion of this unit, teachers are expected to have enabled students to: ■ have a thorough understanding of the text contextually and linguistically; ■ build up an active vocabulary to talk about the various aspects of the transition China is undergoing and know how to use the key words and expressions in context properly; ■ further appreciate the importance of innovation to China in transition; ■ take part in a discussion on various aspects of the transition China is undergoing and have positive views of what is happening in China;（课程思政） ■ write an essay on why China has advanced rapidly in innovation. Teaching Focus Expanding their vocabulary about progress and innovation and know how to use the key words and expressions in context properly. Teaching Difficulty Talking about various aspects of the transition China is undergoing and appreciate the importance of innovation to China in transition. Teaching Duration 12 lessons Teaching Method Through teacher’s explanation and asking questions, students can understand the text well. For word study, teachers will provide students with situation. With the help of PPT. Assignment Write an essay on why China has advanced rapidly in innovation. Suggested Teaching Process This unit is designed for eight periods of classroom activities. In each of the periods, certain tasks are to be completed. Generally speaking, there may be several alternative ways to explore this unit. Here is a suggested teaching plan. Periods 1-2 Opener & Reading & Interacting (1) Periods 3-4 Reading & Interacting (2)
Foreign LanguageDepartmentPeriods 5-6Reading2, Integrated Skills Practicing (Viewing&Listening)Periods 7-8Reading 1, Integrated Skills Practicing (Speaking &Writing)注:Reading2和Viewing&Listening一起处理，是因为两者的主题都是转型中的中国农业。Viewing&Listening练习设计为针对视频内容写总结，总结的结构则可供Writing参考。Part One: Opener. Tell Ss the indicators show China's overall strength in economic output,competitiveness and innovation capabilities.·Ask Ssto work in pairs tofind theproper Chinese translation and meanings of theseindicators,and then describethechangesto eachother.. For each of the indicators in the table, ask one team to explain what it measures inclass. Since these terms are rather specific, it's OK if Ss give partial answers. Refer toKeytoExercisesforrelativelycomprehensivedefinitions.. Have Ss discuss on China's technological advancements and other achievementsChina has accomplished in areas such as education, healthcare, space exploration, orcultural influence, and their impact on both China and the global community. T guidesSs to talk in a positive way so that they can have positive views of what is happeninginChina；（课程思政）Before moving on to Reading & Interacting, tell Ss there is more informationon China's Global Innovation Index rankings in Integrated Skills Practicing(Writing).PartTwo:Reading&InteractingStep1Give Ss some background information about thefollowing1)“DesignedinChina":A phrase that reflects China's shift from being primarily known as a globalmanufacturing base to becoming a center of innovation and creative design. Fordecades, the label "Made in China" was associated with mass production and low-cost9
Foreign Language Department 9 Periods 5-6 Reading 2, Integrated Skills Practicing (Viewing & Listening) Periods 7-8 Reading 1, Integrated Skills Practicing (Speaking & Writing) 注:Reading 2 和 Viewing & Listening 一起处理，是因为两者的主题都是转型中的 中国农业。Viewing & Listening 练习设计为针对视频内容写总结，总结的结构则 可供 Writing 参考。 Part One: Opener · Tell Ss the indicators show China’s overall strength in economic output, competitiveness and innovation capabilities. ·Ask Ss to work in pairs to find the proper Chinese translation and meanings of these indicators, and then describe the changes to each other. ·For each of the indicators in the table, ask one team to explain what it measures in class. Since these terms are rather specific, it’s OK if Ss give partial answers. Refer to Key to Exercises for relatively comprehensive definitions. ·Have Ss discuss on China’s technological advancements and other achievements China has accomplished in areas such as education, healthcare, space exploration, or cultural influence, and their impact on both China and the global community. T guides Ss to talk in a positive way so that they can have positive views of what is happening in China;（课程思政） • Before moving on to Reading & Interacting, tell Ss there is more information on China’s Global Innovation Index rankings in Integrated Skills Practicing (Writing). Part Two: Reading & Interacting Step 1 Give Ss some background information about the following: 1）“Designed in China”： A phrase that reflects China’s shift from being primarily known as a global manufacturing base to becoming a center of innovation and creative design. For decades, the label “Made in China” was associated with mass production and low-cost
Foreign Language Departmentmanufacturing.However, in recent years, China has made significant strides ininnovation, quality, and design. It reflects the country's ambitions to be recognized asa source of original, high-quality, and innovative products.“中国创造”这一词语反映了中国从主要被视为全球制造基地，向创新与创意设计中心转型的变化。几十年来，“中国制造”这个标签一直与大规模生产和低成本制造联系在一起。然而，近年来，中国在创新、质量和设计方面取得了显著进展。“中国创造”反映了中国希望被认可为原创、高质量、创新产品来源国的雄心。2) Zhongguancun:A major technology hub located in the Haidian District of Beijing. Often referred to asthe“Silicon Valley of China,Zhongguancun is recognized as the birthplace ofChina's modern high-tech industry and innovation ecosystem.Originally anelectronics market in the 1980s, it has evolved into a central area for research,technology,and entrepreneurship.中关村是位于北京市海淀区的一个重要科技中心，常被称为“中国的硅谷”，被公认为中国现代高科技产业和创新生态系统的发源地。中关村最初是20世纪80年代的一个电子市场，但如今已发展成为研究、技术和创业的核心区域。3) UnicornA mythical, usually white animal with the body and head of a horse, long flowingmane and a single often spiraled horn in the middle of the forehead. In business, aunicorn is a privately held startup company valued at over USs1 billion. The term wasfirst used to represent the statistical rarity of such successful ventures in 2013独角兽是一种神话动物，形如马，身披长，额前有一个螺旋角。在商业领域，独角兽指估值在10亿美元以上的私有初创公司。2013年，独角兽首次用于描述这种成功企业在统计学上的罕见性。4) Venture capital (VC)A type of financing investors provide to startup companies and small businesses thatare believed to have long-term growth potential in return for equity. Venture capitalgenerally comes from well-off investors, investment banks, and other financialinstitutions. Although it can be risky for investors who put up funds, the potential for10
Foreign Language Department 10 manufacturing. However, in recent years, China has made significant strides in innovation, quality, and design. It reflects the country’s ambitions to be recognized as a source of original, high-quality, and innovative products. “中国创造”这一词语反映了中国从主要被视为全球制造基地，向创新与创意设 计中心转型的变化。几十年来，“中国制造”这个标签一直与大规模生产和低成 本制造联系在一起。然而，近年来，中国在创新、质量和设计方面取得了显著进 展。“中国创造”反映了中国希望被认可为原创、高质量、创新产品来源国的雄 心。 2）Zhongguancun： A major technology hub located in the Haidian District of Beijing. Often referred to as the “Silicon Valley of China,” Zhongguancun is recognized as the birthplace of China’s modern high-tech industry and innovation ecosystem. Originally an electronics market in the 1980s, it has evolved into a central area for research, technology, and entrepreneurship. 中关村是位于北京市海淀区的一个重要科技中心，常被称为“中国的硅谷”，被 公认为中国现代高科技产业和创新生态系统的发源地。中关村最初是 20 世纪 80 年代的一个电子市场，但如今已发展成为研究、技术和创业的核心区域。 3) Unicorn A mythical, usually white animal with the body and head of a horse, long flowing mane and a single often spiraled horn in the middle of the forehead. In business, a unicorn is a privately held startup company valued at over US$1 billion. The term was first used to represent the statistical rarity of such successful ventures in 2013. 独角兽是一种神话动物，形如马，身披长鬃，额前有一个螺旋角。在商业领域， 独角兽指估值在 10 亿美元以上的私有初创公司。2013 年，独角兽首次用于描述 这种成功企业在统计学上的罕见性。 4) Venture capital (VC) A type of financing investors provide to startup companies and small businesses that are believed to have long-term growth potential in return for equity. Venture capital generally comes from well-off investors, investment banks, and other financial institutions. Although it can be risky for investors who put up funds, the potential for