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Strong together:
How we have been
changed by te Internet
BX2 U3 The Internet.
Reading and thinking
2025
Imagine: Would you like to live in this big house on an beautiful island, which has delicious food, air conditioner, water supply, countless fashionable clothes and all the daily necessities for free, except the Internet
Since it has been invented, the Internet has changed our lives greatly. Can you desctibe some of the changes
Pre-reading
Strong together:
How we have been
changed by te Internet
1. What do you think the text will be about
Our lives have been by the Internet. People are
and become __________ because of the Internet.
2. How do you think the writer feels about the topic Why
A. negative B. positive C. critical D. indifferent
Read the title and predict:
changed
stronger
connected
main title
sub-title
(result)
(reason)
improvement on people’s life
while-reading
Much has been written about the wonders of the World Wide Web. There are countless articles telling us how the Internet has made our lives more convenient. We no longer have to wait in line or carry cash around when we go shopping. We can get the most updated information from large databases. We can download software, documents, and images whenever we need them. But the Internet has done much more for people than simply make life more convenient. People’s lives have been changed by online communities and social networks.
What’s the main idea of this paragraph
The Internet has made people’s lives more convenient and changed our lives.
How has the Internet made our life simpler and more convenient
while-reading
Jan Tchamani, an English teacher in Birmingham, UK, suddenly developed a serious illness and had to quit her job. At age 50, she found herself out of work and stuck at home with only her computer to keep her company. After a while, she discovered that surfing the Internet could help her feel less lonely and bored. She could listen to music, watch films, play games, and explore the world. She also joined an online group where she could talk about her problems and get support and advice from others. She realised that one of the greatest benefits of the Internet was its ability to remove the distance that usually exists between people.
Name: _____________
Age: _______________
Living Place:________________
Occupation:_________________
Problems she faced: ___________________
Jan Tchamani
50
Birmingham, UK
English teacher
developed a serious illness; quit her job.
Solution
while-reading
She was so inspired by the people she met online that she decided to start an IT club to teach older people how to use computers and the Internet. She and her friends now organise events and collect money to pay for private teachers. Many people have been helped by the club. A 59-year-old man learnt how to apply for work online and found a great job. Now that he works and can take care of himself, his daughter has time to study at university. A 61-year-old woman who was living alone has started a small online company together with two friends. She no longer feels lonely, and her company has become quite successful.
Why did Jan start an IT club
Is her club going well How do you know
while-reading
Jan has started taking online classes to learn more about how to use the Internet to make society better. She believes that it is highly important to bridge the digital divide and make sure that everyone has access to the Internet and knows how to use new technology. Her next goal is to start a charity website to raise money for children in poor countries.
What’s Jan’s plan
Why does she plan to so
She believes:
important
bridge
everyone should have access to the Internet
Jan’s personality
while-reading
Jan’s life has been greatly improved by the Internet. “When you go through tough times, you meet others who are facing similar challenges,” Jan says. “Thinking about other people’s situations inspired me to offer help.”
How can we understand Jan’s words
A. She will keep offering help to other people.
B.Thinking about other people's life makes her tired.
C.Helping others by the Internet is a challenge for her.
D.Her life has been greatly changed by the Internet.
Post-reading
What’s the structure of this passage
Para 1: People’s lives have been changed by the Internet
Introduction
Para 2: Jan’s change on herself because of the Internet.
Para 3: Jan’s club and changes on others
Para 4: Jan’s plan
Example (of Jan)
Para 5: Improvement and inspiration of Jan because of the Internet
conclusion
help herself
help others
help society
with the help of the Internet
Post-reading
Analysis of Jan’s acts and personality
Name: __________
Age: ___________
Place:______
Occupation:______
Problems she faced: ___________________
Jan Tchamani
50
Birmingham, UK
English teacher
developed a serious illness; quit her job.
Surf the Internet
Joined an online group
solution
Why
kept her company
felt lonely and bored
get support and advice
What
listen to music, watch films, play games, explore the world
talk about her problems
strated an IT club
Why
Teach and help older people
59-year-old man:
apply for work online
61-year-old woman:
started a small online company
took online classes
Why
learn more and make society better
start a charity webite
Why
bridge the digital gap
everyone has access to the Internet
help herself
help others
help society
willing to learn; helpful; kind
hard-working; responsible
caring; selfless
a hopeless sick lady
a supportive social helper
The whole passage mainly tell Jan’s story, so would it be better to use the title “Jan’s Story: How A Lady Has Been Changed By The Internet” Why
Post-reading
title and main idea
It’s not good as the orginal one.
Because Jan’s story is only an example of the fact that people’s lives have been changed by online communities and social networks.
1. What specific impact did Jan's IT club have on the daughter of the 59-year-old man
A. It sponsored her university tuition fees directly.
B. It taught her how to apply for part-time jobs online.
C. It relieved her from the duty of caring for her father.
D. It helped her start an online company with her father.
2. What can be inferred from the article about the author's view on the Internet's primary significance
A. It is most valuable for its role in facilitating economic transactions and entertainment.
B. Its greatest benefit lies in its ability to provide updated information and software downloads.
C. Its profound impact comes from its power to create communities and change society.
D. It is significant for helping individuals avoid waiting in lines and carrying cash.
3. The term "digital divide" in the fourth paragraph most likely refers to ________.
A. the distinction in the quality of digital devices available to different age groups
B. the gap between those who have access to modern technology and those who do not
C. the competition among various online platforms for user attention and engagement
D. the difference in Internet speed between urban and rural areas
4. Which of the following best characterizes Jan's personality as portrayed in the article
A. Ambitious, opportunistic and only focused on personal financial gain.
B. Adaptive, compassionate and dedicated to social empowerment.
C. Smart and curious but indifferent to others' plight.
D. Technologically proficient yet doubtful about the Internet.
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet
1. shop online
2. communicate with others
3. get latest news
4. have easy access to information and resource
5. facilitate intercultural communication
6. broaden our horizon
... ...
disadvantages
Privacy and safety issues 隐私和安全问题
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet
Internet fraud
网络诈骗
information disclosure
信息泄露/lack of privacy
Information Overload and Credibility Concerns信息超载与可信度问题
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet
Addiction risk
poor eyesight
lack of sleep
cyberbully
网络暴力
Negative Impacts on Mental and Physical Well-being
what should we do with the Internet？
Realize that the Internet is a
double-edged sword
Make full use of the advantages
Use the Internet wisely and carefully
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