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Unit 5 Languages Around The World
The Chinese writing system
Connecting the past and the present
Learning Objectives:
After this class, students will be able to:
1. read and understand the text correctly and thoroughly.
2. understand the development of Chinese writing system
as well as its function.
3. improve their reading ability by scanning and summarizing.
4. have strong awareness of loving traditional Chinese culture
and build national confidence.
Read for Structure
Divide the text into 3 parts and summarize the main idea.
the Chinese writing system
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
What’s the writing style of the text
Narration B. Argument C. Exposition
记叙文 议论文 说明文
Para 1
Para 2-4
Para 5-6
Introduce the topic
Development
Importance
Read for Details
Scan the text carefully and try to
make a mind map about the
development of Chinese writing system.
Para 2-4
A picture - based
language
A well-developed writing system
different forms
develop in one direction
communicate in writing
The development of Chinese writing system
1.No matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can still communicate in writing.
2.Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China's present is connected with its past.
3.The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese Calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture.
4.As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China's culture and history through this amazing culture.
Can you find some sentences that show the importance of the Chinese writing system
Read for Sentences
Para 4-6
1.No matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can still communicate in writing.
2.Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China's present is connected with its past.
3.The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese Calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture.
4.As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China's culture and history through this amazing culture.
Connect people divided by geography
What are the functions of the Chinese writing system
Read for Thinking
Para 4-6
3rd Reading: Read and Find out
Draw a mind-map or a diagram to find out how the Chinese writing system connects the past and the present.
4th Reading: Read and discuss
1. How did written Chinese unify Chinese people divided by geography and dialects
2. How does written Chinese connect Chinese people today with those of the past
4th Reading: Read and discuss
1. How did written Chinese unify Chinese people divided by geography and dialects
Though people spoke Chinese with different dialects and lived in different regions, people could read the same written form of Chinese. In this way, people could communicate in writing with no problems.
4th Reading: Read and discuss
2. How does written Chinese connect Chinese people today with those of the past
Today, people can read the classic works written by Chinese in ancient times, and Chinese calligraphy has become an important part of Chinese culture.
4th Reading: Read and discuss
3. According to the writer, the Chinese writing system is one factor that has helped the Chinese language and culture survive. What do you think are some of the other factors
The continuous growth of population and economy are essential to survive Chinese language and culture. Besides, the spread of Buddhism and Taoism helps with the circulation of the Chinese language and culture.
4th Reading: Read and discuss
Revise the subtitle based on the understanding of the passage.
The Chinese Writing System:
Connecting ____ and ____
e.g. connecting China and the World
e.g. connecting Language and History
Talk and share
Do you agree on the following statements Why
1. Hanzi is of great aesthetic value.
2. Hanzi is now becoming more popular in the world.
3. Hanzi is now facing many challenges.
4. Our effort is necessary for the development of hanzi.
5. Hanzi is the carrier of Chinese culture.
Homework
1. Listen to the text again and take notes of the development of the Chinese writing system.
2.Oral report — choose one topic and give an oral report.
1) introduce the origin and development of hanzi
2) introduce the historical and cultural value of hanzi
3) talk about the development of hanzi in the future.
Goodbye!

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