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Unit 4 Our Memory
Section B How can we improve
our memory
课时：1a-1e
学生读懂整篇文章内容，识记本课重点短语以及核心句型，梳理改善记忆力的几种方法，区分短期记忆和长期记忆，理解文中语法结构含义。（学习理解）
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学生能够对比不同记忆技巧的优缺点，选择适合自己的学习方式，并把学到的记忆策略运用到日常各科学习之中，养成良好的学习习惯。（迁移创新）
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学生可以运用本课学到的词汇和句型复述课文要点，完成配套练习题，并结合自身学习情况简单谈论自己平时的记忆方法。（应用实践）
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教学目标
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Lead-in
I have a bad memory. Can you give me some tips to improve my memory
Let’s watch and learn.
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Pre-reading
Words and Expressions
boost one’s memory
phr. 提升记忆力
short-term / long-term
adj. 短期的 /长期的
Words and Expressions
likely
adj. 可能的
wear out
phr. 使疲乏，磨损
be likely to … 有可能会……
Words and Expressions
effective
adj. 有效的
bank account
phr. 银行账户
Pre - reading
What do you know about different kinds of memory
Short term memory helps us remember things we only need for a short time.
Pre - reading
Long term memory is the ability to remember things for a long time.
What do you know about different kinds of memory
What memory techniques do you use Are they useful
1a
I use mind maps. They are useful.
I make short stories to memorize new words. It is helpful.
I review what I learn every day. This method helps me remember things longer.
. . . . . . .
What memory techniques do you use Are they useful
1a
take notes of key points
draw mind maps
repeat information many times
make up short stories to remember facts
listen to recorded materials
...
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While-reading
Read the text and answer the questions.
1b
How to Boost Your Memory
Would you like to improve your memory To start with, it is important to understand how memory works.
There are two main kinds of memory: short-term memory and long-term memory. Short-term memory helps you remember things that you may only need for a short time, like phone numbers when you need to make a phone call. Long-term memory is the ability to remember things for days, years, or even a lifetime. So the real question is: How do you make sure what you learn enters your long-term memory By using some clever memory techniques and leading a healthy life, you will see some great results. Let’s take a look.
First, pay attention. However, you might fail to remember all the details. So, try taking notes and writing down key points. After all, it is easier to remember a summary than every word in a passage.
Second, use it or lose it. The more you review what you learn, the more likely
Activating prior knowledge
You can often improve reading comprehension by using your own knowledge of the topic.
How many ways to boost our memory are given
Read the text and answer the questions.
1b
you will remember it. However, you should not wear out your brain. Try studying for 40 minutes, and then take a break. You can also review information by discussing it with others or by teaching others.
A third way is to make use of senses. Create images by using tables, graphs, and mind maps to organize information. You can also create a story with information and view it in your mind like a film. In addition, make use of your other senses. For example, listening to recorded information can be very effective.
Last but not least, boost your memory by staying healthy.
Sleep well. While you sleep, your brain organizes your memories. Bad sleep makes it harder for new information to enter your long-term memory.
Eat well. Your brain needs food like an engine needs fuel. Healthy food and drink will help your brain work much better.
Exercise. A healthy and active body boosts both your memory and your mind.
Many more memory techniques can be found in books or online. Try some different methods to see which ones work best for you. You are sure to improve your memory!
How do you make sure what you learn enters your long term memory
What is the real question about improving one’s memory
Let’s read and think!
Would you like to improve your memory To start with, it is important to understand how memory works.
There are two main kinds of memory: short-term memory and long-term memory. Short-term memory helps you remember things that you may only need for a short time, like phone numbers when you need to make a phone call. Long-term memory is the ability to remember things for days, years, or even a lifetime. So the real question is: How do you make sure what you learn enters your long-term memory By using some clever memory techniques and leading a healthy life, you will see some great results. Let’s take a look.
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We should write down key points instead of every word in a passage.
What is the right way to take notes
Let’s read and think!
First, pay attention. However, you might fail to remember all the details. So, try taking notes and writing down key points. After all, it is easier to remember a summary than every word in a passage.
Second, use it or lose it. The more you review what you learn, the more likely you will remember it. However, you should not wear out your brain. Try studying for 40 minutes, and then take a break. You can also review information by discussing it with others or by teaching others.
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Because we should not wear out our brain after studying for some time.
Why is taking a break necessary for your brain
Let’s read and think!
First, pay attention. However, you might fail to remember all the details. So, try taking notes and writing down key points. After all, it is easier to remember a summary than every word in a passage.
Second, use it or lose it. The more you review what you learn, the more likely you will remember it. However, you should not wear out your brain. Try studying for 40 minutes, and then take a break. You can also review information by discussing it with others or by teaching others.
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We can create images, create a story and make use of our other senses like listening to recorded information.
How can you use your senses to help you remember better
Let’s read and think!
A third way is to make use of senses. Create images by using tables, graphs, and mind maps to organize information. You can also create a story with information and view it in your mind like a film. In addition, make use of your other senses. For example, listening to recorded information can be very effective.
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Good sleep, healthy food and proper exercise help our brain work well and improve our memory.
Why is staying healthy important for a good memory
Let’s read and think!
Last but not least, boost your memory by staying healthy.
Sleep well. While you sleep, your brain organizes your memories. Bad sleep makes it harder for new information to enter your long-term memory.
Eat well. Your brain needs food like an engine needs fuel. Healthy food and drink will help your brain work much better.
Exercise. A healthy and active body boosts both your memory and your mind.
Many more memory techniques can be found in books or online. Try some different methods to see which ones work best for you. You are sure to improve your memory!
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Match the kinds of memory with the tasks. Write S for short-term memory or L for long-term memory.
1c
___ 1. You need to remember what you are going to say in a speech next week.
___ 2. You need to remember a new friend’s name.
___ 3. You need to remember an address until you find a piece of paper to
write it down.
___ 4. You need to remember the password to your online bank account.
S
L
L
L
Read again and complete the mind map.
1d
take notes and write down key points
review knowledge often; discuss or teach what you learn to others
create images, make up stories, use different senses
sleep well, eat well and do exercise
Do you know how to use the following memory techniques Add more as you know.
1e
making up a song making up a poem using letters for words
grouping information picturing images ___________________
reviewing knowledge
I picture images in my mind or make up short songs. Sometimes I use initial letters to help myself remember better.
I often connect knowledge with my daily life while picturing images.
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Post-reading
Retell the passage according to the mind map.
Discuss the questions and talk.
1. Can short term memory turn into long term memory without reviewing
2. Is it necessary for everyone to use the same memory techniques Why or why not
No, it isn’t. Everyone’s learning habits are different. We should try different ways …
I believe it cannot. Human brains will gradually forget things.
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Language
Points
Language Points
首先
确保
Would you like to improve your memory To start with, it is important to understand how memory works.
There are two main kinds of memory: short-term memory and long-term memory. Short-term memory helps you remember things that you may only need for a short time, like phone numbers when you need to make a phone call. Long-term memory is the ability to remember things for days, years, or even a lifetime. So the real question is: How do you make sure what
Language Points
未能做某事
you learn enters your long-term memory By using some clever memory techniques and leading a healthy life, you will see some great results. Let’s take a look.
First, pay attention. However, you might fail to remember all the details. So, try taking notes and writing down key points. After all, it is easier to remember a summary than every word in a passage.
Language Points
用进废退
休息一会儿
利用
by doing sth：通过做某事
Second, use it or lose it. The more you review what you learn, the more likely you will remember it. However, you should not wear out your brain. Try studying for 40 minutes, and then take a break. You can also review information by discussing it with others or by teaching others.
A third way is to make use of senses. Create images by using tables, graphs, and mind maps to organize information. You can also create a story with information and view it in your mind
Language Points
形式宾语
like a film. In addition, make use of your other senses. For example, listening to recorded information can be very effective.
Last but not least, boost your memory by staying healthy.
Sleep well. While you sleep, your brain organizes your memories. Bad sleep makes it harder for new information to enter your long-term memory.
Language Points
最适合你
Eat well. Your brain needs food like an engine needs fuel. Healthy food and drink will help your brain work much better.
Exercise. A healthy and active body boosts both your memory and your mind.
Many more memory techniques can be found in books or online. Try some different methods to see which ones work best for you. You are sure to improve your memory!
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Exercises
I ________ a maths problem with Joe when Mike called me up.
A．discuss B．discussed C．was discussing D．will discuss
2
We always ________ people’s addresses as a matter of course before we send letters.
A．check B．remember C．hear D．put
3
Anhui is making great efforts ________ the digital economy to boost economic development.
A．develop B．developing C．to develop D．developed
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Multiple choice.
Her company organized a fun day outing ________ (boost) team spirit.
They enjoy ___________ (discuss) different types of learners in English class.
Emojis have had a big ________ (effective) on worldwide communication.
Do you know the ___________ (address) of all these students
—I have at least 10 different bank __________ (account).
—Be more careful of security risks.
We can understand the _________ (mean) of the passage.
Different people have different ________ (view) about online learning.
to boost
语法填空
discussing
effect
addresses
accounts
meaning
views
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Homework
1. Memorize the new words and phrases.
2. Retell the passage according to the mind map.
3. Finish the exercises.
Homework

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