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Unit 3 Careers and skills
Reading I（教学设计）
I. Learning objectives
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. grasp the topic and the general idea of the lesson;
2. understand some important details;
3. form their own opinions based on the magazine article.
II. Key competence focus
1. Learn how to use the given information to express oneself.
2. Learn how to get a deep understanding of the reading material.
3. Learn how to paraphrase a difficult sentence.
III. Predicted area of difficulty
1. Paraphrasing some difficult sentences.
2. Free discussion about “work and live”.
3. Some inferences based on the article.
IV. Teaching procedures
Step 1 Welcome to the Unit
1. T greets the class.
T: Class begins, boys and girls! Good morning/afternoon!
T: Open your book at page 29. Let’s have a look at the picture and the title “Careers and skills” on this page. Guess what we will learn in this unit
T: Yes, we’ll learn something about our future jobs and what we should be trying for our careers.
T: There’s a Huang Yanpei’s quote. What does it say “All occupations are equal, with no difference in status or worth. Any one that is beneficial to the public is praiseworthy.” How do you understand it
T: In his opinion, all jobs should be respected on condition that you devote yourself to the well-being to our society.
【设计意图：提示学生看单元标题、说明图片以及黄炎培的引言导入本单元，帮助学生形成本单元的主题概念。激发学生对未来职业和事业的幻想，增进学习的热情，为当前学习找到方向。】
2. T Watch a video carefully and fill in the blanks.
The process of restoring artworks is _________________. Restoring an artwork sometimes takes _________________. Some may even take years. _________________ is an important quality for restorers. Artworks that need to be restored usually represent our _________________.Answers: complicated; half a year or a year; Patience; history and culture
1. What is your understanding of the spirit of craftsmanship
Sample answer:
To me, craftsmanship spirit refers to the dedication craftspeople give to their work in order to strive to be the best and to make their craft as perfect as possible. They have a passion for their craft, while paying attention to the small details that make them special and unique. Craftspeople are known for their inventive talent and superb skills. In addition to those traits, craftspeople are also characterized by their professional ethics, pursuit of quality and ability to innovate.
2. What other professions demonstrate the spirit of craftsmanship How is it shown
Sample answer:
Craftsmanship requires craftspeople to use their hands to create works of high quality. Craftsmanship spirit is demonstrated in professions like painters, sculptors, carpenters, paper cutting artists, tailors, and even cheese-makers and wine-makers. All these professions require craftspeople who are passionate, patient and knowledgeable about their craft.
T Exhibit the video materials. (Optional)
Host: Papermaking is one of China’s ancient inventions. Calligraphy and paintings on paper have existed in China for thousands of years, and over many years, the artworks get damaged. This is when a restorer comes in. Today, we are honoured to have Mr Wang with us, a well-known Tapescripts and video scripts calligraphy and painting restorer. Mr Wang, as a restorer, what is your routine work like Is it mysterious as many people imagine
Restorer: As a matter of fact, there’s nothing mysterious about our work. We’re like doctors, and the ancient artworks are our patients that need to be treated.
Host: Restoring those artworks must be very complicated.
Restorer: That’s true. Most of the artworks have different problems. Some have lots of mould on them, some have been damaged by worms, and some are very easy to break. We need to be very careful.
Host: How do you get rid of the mould
Restorer: We wash some away with clean water. But the stubborn mould needs special treatment to get rid of, for example, using chemicals. After cleaning the artworks, we go through a complicated process to give them new life.
Host: How long will it take for one artwork to be restored
Restorer: It depends. Sometimes several months, or a year. Some may even take years.
Host: So, your work calls for not just carefulness, but also patience.
Restorer: Exactly! Patience is an important quality for us restorers. You need to concentrate all your attention on your work, day in day out, and focus on one thing only.
Host: What is required of a restorer
Restorer: Actually, a restorer must have professional knowledge, and be skilled in the art of painting and restoring.
Host: The spirit of craftsmanship is the key to doing anything well. Your hands have restored artworks that represent our history and culture. We really appreciate your work!
Restorer: Thank you! And it’s important to pass on the spirit of craftsmanship to the next generation, so I encourage more young people to join us.
【设计意图：译林社所提供的短视频也是为了导入本单元，短视频目的是促进学生对工匠精神了解，激发学生对未来工作的畅想。】
Step 2 Reading Warming up before reading
T: This lecture is about “work and live”. Before you read the magazine article, think about two questions.
T: What do you think are some of the reasons why we work
Sample answer:
I think one of the primary reasons why we work is to earn a living, as it helps cover our financial needs. For some people, however, they might choose to work because they feel passionate about their work. Besides, many may look at the bigger picture and want to work to contribute to society as a whole.
T: What do you expect from your future career
Sample answer:
I expect my future career to provide me with good financial benefits, to arouse passion within me and to benefit my society in some way.
Step 3 Reading for the theme and structure of the text
T: Now read through the transcript quickly and complete the chart A1 with the main idea of each paragraph at page 32.
Para. 1 There are other important reasons that motivate our entry into the world of work besides earning a living.
Para. 2 Through the work we do, our goals can be attained and our personal dreams achieved.
Para. 3 Work can help develop our skills, thus providing room for personal growth.
Para. 4 Not only does work benefit us personally, it also contributes to the health of society.
Para. 5 Our work helps us make a living as well as make a life for ourselves and for others.
T: Let’s check your progress.
Why do we work according to the text
a. To earn a living.
b. To gain fame.
c. To achieve personal dreams.
d. To contribute to the health of society.
e. To have chances to control others.
A. aced B. acdf C. cedf D. bcde
Answer B
【设计意图：快速阅读课文是为了获得文章的框架和主旨信息。通过完成练习A1帮助学生整体把握课文结构，培养学生快速阅读以获取主干信息的能力。最后是过关测试，旨在考查学生对文章的主旨和结构信息的把握。】
Step 4 Reading for the detailed information
T: Now read through the text carefully and answer some of the following questions in A2:
2. What helped Yang Liwei become a pilot and later an astronaut
2. His passion for flying.
4. What can we take pride in according to the last paragraph
4. We can take pride in the knowledge that hard work is essential for our individual well-being as well as for the benefit of our society.
T: Let’s check your progress.
1. What can we know from the second sentence of the Para. 1
A. Some can live with the least.
B. Some people complain about work.
C. Some depend on the salary to live.
D. Anyone can live without the salary.
1. Answer: C
2. What makes it necessary for us to learn new skills according to the passage
A. Growing old.
B. One’s passion to be creative.
C. Pressure from labor market.
D. Rapid changing workplace.
2. Answer D
【设计意图：细节阅读是为了获得文章的重要细节信息。通过A2练习，促使学生再次深入课文。此项活动旨在帮助学生获取文章重要的细节信息，培养关注重要细节的习惯。最后是过关测试，旨在考查学生快速捕获信息的能力。】
Step 5 Reading for Inference
T: Now read through the text carefully and answer some of the following questions in A2:
1. According to the first paragraph, why do we have to work
1. We have to work because we need the salary that enables us to be financially independent.
3. What should we do to adapt to a rapidly changing workplace
3. We must keep up and develop new skills.
T: Let’s check your progress.
1. Why is Henry David Thoreau mentioned in the text
A. To prove that we work to live.
B. To warn us not to be too strict with ourselves.
C. To support the opinion that we can attain our goals through our work.
D. To explain how one perfects his or her work if he/she works hard.
Answer: C
2. Which matches the author’s opinion
A. Without proper work, I couldn’t have been a billionaire.
B. I’m a monk, so I have nothing to do with the society.
C. I’m so skilled in teaching that there’s not necessary to learn more.
D. I’m a scientist and I look down upon lawyers.
Answer: A
【设计意图：通过A2中1和3练习，促使学生第三次深入课文，并基于课文信息进行推理判断，以此培养学生重构信息和再生信息的能力。最后是过关测试，旨在考查学生深度处理信息的能力。】
Step 6 A3P32 Discussion
T: Let’s come to A3 and discuss the following questions.
1. How does the author explain the contributions of various jobs to the health of society What is the advantage of this writing technique
1. The author uses simile to compare the different types of jobs to gears in a machine. Using this figurative writing technique helps readers easily visualize the importance of each job’s contribution to keeping society functioning.
2. What is your answer to the question of whether to work to live or live to work Give your reasons.
2. My answer to the question is, “I work to live.” Work will be an important dimension of my life — the one that provides financial security, which allows me to enjoy some other aspects of my life, such as personal relationships, hobbies and entertainment.
My answer to the question is, “I live to work.” Work takes up a big part of our lives. It embodies an important purpose in our life, and contributes to the development of individuals as well as society as a whole.
3. What qualities do you think model workers should have
3. I think model workers show love for their country through their deep dedication to their work. Their actions inevitably impact others in a positive way. They practise responsibility not only to their job, but to society as a whole. They have good self-discipline, are honest and hard-working. They are selfless, always thinking of others’ needs. Model workers are also passionate about what they do and are proud to work towards the greater good of their society and country.
【设计意图：通过几个问题的讨论帮助学生走出课文，形成自己的观点和看法。此项活动也有助学生灵活运用语言来表达自己的思想。】
V. Homework
1. Watch the micro lesson: Getting the main idea. (Optional)
2. Finish off AP69 in the workbook. (Optional)
Answers: 1 commercial 2 criterion 3 attain 4 consultant 5 budget 6 anticipate 7 loan 8 prejudice

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