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Unit 4
Living with technology
译林版2020选择性必修第二册
Learning objectives
Predict the structure of the article according to the title and the pictures.
Analyse the benefits and potential threats of the development of AI.
Understand the meaning and function of words in context.
Know about the applications of AI in daily life and ethical questions related to it.
Contents
1. Lead in
2. Pte-reading
3. While reading
4. Post reading
5. Language points
6. Summary
7. Assessment
8. Homework
01. Lead in
Lead in
技术的进步是基于让它融入你的生活，这样你甚至不会真正注意到它，如此一来它就成为日常生活的一部分。
The advance of technology is based on making it fit in so that you don’t really even notice it, so it’s part of everyday life.
- Bill Gates
What kind of technology is the most important one to you How do you use it
Lead in
I think the most important technology to me is the Internet. I greatly depend on it to get information and communicate with others.Also, devices like computers, smartphones and even some smartwatches now have access to the Internet. These devices allow me to get online from anywhere and at anytime. They are truly a critical part of my daily life.
Lead in
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea: travelling deep under the ocean
2001: A Space Odyssey: travelling to _________
The Matrix: connecting the human brain with _________ and entering the virtual world
the Moon
computers
Watch the video and fill in the blanks.
Lead in
Self-driving vehicles.
What other descriptions in science fiction have turned into reality
Mobile phones.
Virtual Reality.
Artificial Intelligence.
…
02. Pre-reading
Pre-reading
I know that artificial intelligence (AI) is an area of study concerned with making computers collect, analyse and use data to copy intelligent human behaviour. This means that the computers are able to solve problems, understand contexts and adapt in order to respond accordingly in similar future situations. I know that we already use Al in our daily lives, like the voice-activated assistant on some smartphones that helps us find a restaurant or book a taxi. Some cars use AI for navigation and to enhance self-driving capabilities.
What do you know about artificial intelligence
Pre-reading
Artificial Intelligence: friendly or frightening
How is the author likely to organize the information on artificial intelligence
Title
Pictures
Pre-reading
How is the author likely to organize the information on artificial intelligence
The title uses the words “friendly” and “frightening", which indicates that this article might touch upon the benefits and threats of AI.The four pictures on the next page suggest a possible discussion of the various relationships between AI and human beings－humans and AI may develop a friendly relationship, or AI may pose dangers to humans. Based on all this information, we can infer that the passage might discuss whether humans and AI can live in harmony in the future.
03. While reading
While reading
Read for structure.
Para. 1
___________
Para. 2
___________
Para. 3
___________
Para. 4
___________
Para. 5
___________
Para. 6
___________
Conclusion
Definition
Development
Applications
Concerns
Introduction
While reading
Read for structure.
Para. 2
Para. 3
AI is a ______ of computer science that aims to create intelligent machines, ________ the complex networks of the human brain.
Para. 5
AI has _______over a long time and had some major _____________.
The development of AI has also caused ________.
Para. 6
We need to make sure that we will not fall _______ AI.
imitating
developed
breakthroughs
concerns
victims
Para. 4
AI is being _______ in various fields, ___ ________ the way we live.
transforming
branch
applied
While reading
Read paragraph 2 and fill in the following chart.
Read for details.
One essential aim of AI
One approach to the aim
(1)_________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
To develop computer intelligence capable of learning from experience, adjusting to new inputs and performing tasks like humans
(2)_________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
“Deep learning”, which enables a machine to improve its own performance by learning from the results of its previous actions
While reading
Read paragraph 3 and fill in the following table.
Read for details.
Time What happened
Since the 1940s
Years before the mid-1950s
In the mid-1950s
In 1997
In 2017
The development of computers has made the dream of AI a reality.
The term “artificial intelligence” was coined.
A major breakthrough in AI was made.
A computer program defeated arguably the best human Go player.
Alan Turing had explored the theory of AI.
While reading
Read paragraph 4 to 5 and fill in the following table.
Read for details.
Artificial intelligence
Friendly
Frightening
(1)____________________________
_______________________________
(2)____________________________
_______________________________
AI is already being applied in many fields. People can use AI to help them drive
vehicles,write novels, translate foreign languages and do many other things. From this point of view, AI can be friends with humans.
While reading
Read paragraph 4 to 5 and fill in the following table.
Read for details.
(1) AI is already being applied in many fields. People can use AI to help them drive vehicles,write novels, translate foreign languages and do many other things. From this point of view, AI can be friends with humans.
(2) The benefits of Al also bring concerns and fears. Could machines really develop human-like intelligence And what would happen if they did Would thinking machines work alongside humans or threaten the existence of humans How would they be punished if they committed crimes or even murdered humans As we become more and more dependent on computers, we should think about the dangers posed by the advances in AI. Therefore, the development of AI could also be frightening.
AI is already being applied in many fields. People can use AI to help them drive
vehicles,write novels, translate foreign languages and do many other things. From this point of view, AI can be friends with humans.
While reading
Read paragraph 6 to 7 and answer the following question.
Read for details.
We are getting closer to the dividing line between humans and machines.
What are we getting closer to according to the author
04. Post reading
The author is excited but also cautious about AI.He uses the example of having a robot do all your work for you and says “How cool that would be!” He also explains how AI could benefit us by listing various applications of AI, such as health care and machine translation. However, while looking forward to its potential, he is clearly concerned about the possible dangers of AI. He asks a series of questions about the future of AI and quotes Stephen Hawking to show the potential dangers. In the conclusion the author also warns, “We need to make sure that we will not fall victim to AI.”
Post reading
Critical thinking
What is the author’s attitude to artificial intelligence
The author is excited but also cautious about AI.He uses the example of having a robot do all your work for you and says “How cool that would be!” He also explains how AI could benefit us by listing various applications of AI, such as health care and machine translation. However, while looking forward to its potential, he is clearly concerned about the possible dangers of AI. He asks a series of questions about the future of AI and quotes Stephen Hawking to show the potential dangers. In the conclusion the author also warns, “We need to make sure that we will not fall victim to AI.”
The author is excited but also cautious about AI.He uses the example of having a robot do all your work for you and says “How cool that would be!” He also explains how AI could benefit us by listing various applications of AI, such as health care and machine translation. However, while looking forward to its potential, he is clearly concerned about the possible dangers of AI. He asks a series of questions about the future of AI and quotes Stephen Hawking to show the potential dangers. In the conclusion the author also warns, “We need to make sure that we will not fall victim to AI.”
Post reading
Discussion
In pairs, discuss the following questions.
1. In lines 44-46, Stephen Hawking is quoted as saying, “The development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.” Do you agree with him Why or why not
2. What do you think intelligence machines will be capable of doing in the future
The author is excited but also cautious about AI.He uses the example of having a robot do all your work for you and says “How cool that would be!” He also explains how AI could benefit us by listing various applications of AI, such as health care and machine translation. However, while looking forward to its potential, he is clearly concerned about the possible dangers of AI. He asks a series of questions about the future of AI and quotes Stephen Hawking to show the potential dangers. In the conclusion the author also warns, “We need to make sure that we will not fall victim to AI.”
Post reading
Discussion
1. In lines 44-46, Stephen Hawking is quoted as saying, “The development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.” Do you agree with him why or why not
Option 1
I do not agree with Stephen Hawking. I think that scientists will surely be careful about developing it. Even if we are able to create true artificial intelligence, we will know how to control it.
According to the Three Laws of Robotics, robots may not injure human beings or allow them to be harmed, and they must obey the orders.
The author is excited but also cautious about AI.He uses the example of having a robot do all your work for you and says “How cool that would be!” He also explains how AI could benefit us by listing various applications of AI, such as health care and machine translation. However, while looking forward to its potential, he is clearly concerned about the possible dangers of AI. He asks a series of questions about the future of AI and quotes Stephen Hawking to show the potential dangers. In the conclusion the author also warns, “We need to make sure that we will not fall victim to AI.”
Post reading
Discussion
Option 2
I agree with Stephen Hawking.With the development of full artificial intelligence, machines may become so intelligent that human beings could no longer control them.
If super intelligent AI machines could think and act completely on their own, it remains to be seen how they would treat human beings.
It would be extremely dangerous if they decide that humans are their enemies.
So I think we need to be very careful with full artificial Intelligence, and it is important that we consider possible dangers before it is too late.
The author is excited but also cautious about AI.He uses the example of having a robot do all your work for you and says “How cool that would be!” He also explains how AI could benefit us by listing various applications of AI, such as health care and machine translation. However, while looking forward to its potential, he is clearly concerned about the possible dangers of AI. He asks a series of questions about the future of AI and quotes Stephen Hawking to show the potential dangers. In the conclusion the author also warns, “We need to make sure that we will not fall victim to AI.”
Post reading
Discussion
2. What do you think intelligence machines will be capable of doing in the future
Intelligent machines will certainly have a lot of influence on our lives in the future. For example, we might all have an AI machine in our homes which can tell us whether we have a medical problem and if we need to go to hospital. It might even take the place of the human doctor and treat us at home or in hospital. I think an AI machine will look after our homes for us: it will be able to tell when we are running low on food or cleaning products, and order them for us based on what we usually get. It might also be able to read our digital calendars and order things like plane tickets and taxis based on where we need to go.
05. Language points
Language points
重点单词
1. It may seem like building castles in the air, but given the rate at which artificial intelligence, or AI, is being developed, in the future such dreams may actually come true.
______(give) (the fact) that he‘s had six months to do this, he hasn’t made much progress.
given prep.考虑到， 相当于considering。
given 作形容词时，表示“给定的”，常作前置定语。
Given
Language points
重点单词
2. Deep-learning AI has the capacity to analyse massive amounts of data through multiple layers, imitating the complex networks of the human brain.
A reservoir ___ a capacity of over 30,000 cubic meters is being built now in the east of the town.
Every moving object has the capacity _____(do) work.
capacity n.领悟（或理解、办事）能力：容量，容积；职位，职责；生产量
a capacity for (doing) sth. /a capacity to do sth. 做某事的能力
with a capacity of 容量为
with
to do
Language points
重点单词
3. Years before the term “artificial intelligence" was coined in the mid-1950s, the theory had been explored by Alan Turing, ...
The technology needs _________________(coin), or it won't follow the step of the society.
With the development of language, many new terms __________(coin).
coin vt.创造 n. 硬币
coining/to be coined
were coined
Language points
重点单词
4. Would thinking machines work alongside humans or threaten the existence of humans
threaten vt. 危及，对…构成威胁；威胁，恐吓
threat n.恐吓，威吓
threatened adj. 受到威胁的
threatening adj. 威胁的
threaten to do sth. 威胁要做某事
under threat 受到威胁：被威胁或面临危险的状态
Language points
In both Africa and Asia, elephants _______________(threaten) by changes in their natural habitats at present.
Because of the drought, the people in this area are threatened ______ the poor harvest.
There are several things you can do to defend your home against this ______(threaten).
It is said that many precious species are _____ threat from human activities.
Make sure there are no __________(threat) threatening tones in your proposal.
are being threatened
with/by
threat
under
threatening
Language points
重点单词
5. How would they be punished if they committed crimes or even murdered humans
commit vt.&vi. 做出（错事）； 犯（罪）；承诺， 保证；花（钱或时间）
全心投入（工作、活动等）
commit oneself 承担义务；做出承诺
commit oneself to sth. 致力于某事
commit oneself to doing sth. 致力于做某事
Language points
完成句子。
1) When taken to the police station for questioning, the man said, “I have never ________ ___ _____（犯任何罪）.”
2) She has ________ ______ _ ______ （答应去看） a doctor at once.
3) They’ll have to ______ _____ _____ （花更多的钱） to the project if they want it to succeed.
4) They have ____ _ _________ （作出承诺） to keep working together to cope with the issue.
committed any crime
committed herself to seeing
made a commitment
commit more money
Language points
重点单词
5. As we become more and more dependent on computers, some scientist are urging us to think about the dangers posed by the advances in AI.
urge vt. 敦促/催促；大力推荐，竭力主张；驱赶，鞭策 n. 冲动，强烈的欲望
urgency n. 紧急
urgent adj. 紧急的， 急迫的
urgently adv.紧急地，急迫地
urge sb. to do sth. = urge (that) sb. (should) do sth.
= It is urged that sb. (should) do sth. 催促某人做某事
Language points
She was surprised at the _______(urge) in his voice and didn't know how to work.
It _______(urge) that the spirit of Lei Feng should be greatly advocated in today’s society.
They've made an _______(urge) request for good methods of learning English.
It is urged _____ you (should ) set out to carry out these tasks at once.
urgency
is urged
urgent
that
Language points
重点单词
6. Apparently , such warnings demand our attention.
warning n.警告，警示，先兆；警戒 adj.警告的，告诫的
warning of/ about sth. 关于某事的警告
warning against (doing) sth. 不要做某事的警告
warn vi. & vt. 警告，告诫；提醒注意（可能发生的事）
warn sb. of/ about/against sth. 提醒/告诫某人注意某事
warn sb. (not)to do sth. 告诫/警告/提醒某人（不）做某事
warn sb. (that)… 警告/告诫/提醒某人……
Language points
Scientists have built an early _______(warn) system based on mathematical models.
Family experts warn____the new equality can also result in less respect for parents.
The illuminator did not cast much light, but it warned ___ an approaching train.
warning
that
of
Language points
重点单词
7. Apparently , such warnings demand our attention.
demand vt 需要；强烈要求 n. 要求，所需之物；需求，需要
demand to do sth. 要求做某事
demand sth. from sb. 向某人索取某物
demand that. 从句用“（should ＋）动词原形”表虚拟语气
= /It is demanded that… 要求
in （great）demand 需求大，受欢迎
a/ the demand for 对……的需求/要求
meet/ satisfy one’s demands (for…) 满足某人对…的需求/要求
Language points
His job on stage as a page turner is __________(demand).
Today, language skills are __ high demand on the job market.
My father, an educated man, demanded that I ___(go) to a key university.
They said that they could satisfy our ________(demand) what ever we needed.
She demanded ________(tell) everything about the accident because she was concerned about it.
demanding
a
go
demands
to be told
Language points
重点短语
1. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　以极快的速度
2. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　空中楼阁；空想
3. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　能够做某事
4. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　适应；调整
5. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　执行任务
6. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　提出做某事的方法
7. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 分析海量数据
8. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　重大突破
9. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　展现出显著的进步
at a very rapid pace/rate
castles in the air
be capable of doing sth
adjust (oneself) to sth
perform tasks
put forward the approach to (doing) sth
analyse massive amounts of data
a major breakthrough
demonstrate a significant advance
Language points
10. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　略举几例
11. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　即时翻译
12. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　识别指纹
13. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　总之，简而言之
14. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　改变我们的生活方式
15. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　对我们有利
16. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 对人类的生存造成威胁
17. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　犯罪
18. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 成为……的牺牲品/受害者
to name (but) a few
instant translation
recognize fingerprints
in short
transform the way we live
work to our advantage
threaten the existence of humans
commit crimes
fall victim to
Language points
根据汉语提完成句子
1. 科技行业正以极快的速度发展。
The technology sector is evolving ____________________.
2. 他相信班上每个学生都有能力通过考试。
He believes that every student in the class __________ passing the exam.
3. 我的眼睛必须适应内部的黑暗。
My eyes had to _______ the darkness inside.
4. 这一发现被视为一项重大突破。
This discovery was perceived as __________________.
at a very rapid pace/rate
is capable of
adjust to
a major breakthrough
Language points
根据汉语提示完成句子
5. 简而言之，我们需要聚焦创新。
_______, we need to focus on innovation.
6. 新规章制度最终将对我们有利。
Eventually, the new regulations will __________________.
7. 有些人因为蒙昧无知而犯罪。
Some people ____________ through ignorance .
8. 小心别成为网络银行诈骗案的受害者。
Be careful not to ___________ online banking fraud.
In short
work to our advantage
commit crimes
fall victim to
06. Summary
Summary
With the rapid development of artificial intelligence, many sweet dreams like a robot doing all the work for you may 1. __________(realize).
2. ___ a branch of computer science that aims to develop intelligent machines, AI is designed for better work and higher efficiency, and people have been in pursuit of the dream of AI for many years. Especially in 2017, a computer program named Alpha Go beat Ke Jie, 3. ________(show) a large leap in AI systems.
be realized
As
showing
Fill in the blanks.
Summary
Today, AI has been used in quite a few fields, such as looking after patients, 4. ___________(perform) surgeries, writing novels, driving, translating, to name 5. ____ a few. People feel their life is becoming more and more 6. __________(convenience). This technology is changing our lifestyle for the better. However, 7. ____ machines taking the place of humans, here 8. ___(be) concerns and fears. People will become more 9. _______(rely) on AI machines and they may pose a great threat to the existence of humans, spelling the end of the human race.
To conclude, we should sincerely welcome the 10. ______(arrive) of AI, but meanwhile, we should be careful of the hidden danger of it.
are
but
convenient
With
reliant
arrival
performing
07. Assessment
Assessment
Learning Objectives Score(1-5)
1. After learning, I am able to predict the structure of the article according to the title and the pictures.
2. After learning, I am able to analyse the benefits and potential threats of the development of AI.
3. After learning, I am able to understand the meaning and function of words in context.
4. After learning, I am able to know about the applications of AI in daily life and ethical questions related to it.
5-完全能；4-基本能；3-不确定；2-不太能；1-完全不能
8. Homework
Homework
假如你是李华，你看到很多人在网上表达了他们对“普及人工智能”的焦虑，担心人类会过于依赖AI，针对此观点写篇短文，内容如下：
1. 赞同或反对这种观点。
2. 说明你赞同或反对的理由。
3. 你认为人类应该如何合理使用人工智能。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节， 以使行文连贯。
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
二选一
假定你是某中学学生李华，学校英文网站开展“AI in Our Lives”主题征文活动。请撰写一篇短文投稿，内容需涵盖：
1. 人工智能在你生活中的应用实例；
2. 人工智能带来的问题；
3. 人类与人工智能和谐共处的建议。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
AI in Our Lives
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Homework
In my opinion, I don’t completely agree with those who are anxious about humans depending heavily on AI. I believe that the development of AI has brought significant benefits to us humanity, but we also need to recognize its challenges.
As is known to us, AI has already changed the way we live, work and study, allowing us to be more efficient and productive. For example, we can use voice assistants on our smartphones to complete daily tasks. However, the application of AI can also lead to issues such as data privacy and security concerns.
Therefore, we should use AI in a reasonable way. This includes strengthening the regulation and control of AI, ensuring its application in the public interest and social progress.
Homework
AI in Our Lives
As a student fascinated by technology, AI has reshaped my life. One practical example is language-learning apps like Duolingo, which adapt exercises to my weaknesses using AI, making learning efficient.
However, risks exist. Over-reliance on AI translators may weaken my skills, while Deepfake videos could spread misinformation, endangering society.
To coexist harmoniously with AI, firstly, we must treat it as a tool to enhance, not replace, human capabilities. Additionally, governments and tech firms should collaborate to establish ethical guidelines and stricter regulations. Ultimately, as young learners, we must cultivate critical thinking and never compromise our values for short-term convenience. All in all, AI’s future depends on us. Let’s embrace its benefits while staying cautious.
Homework

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