M7U3ReadingTeachingPlan.doc

Module 7 Unit 3 The World OnlineReading The effects of the Internet on our livesTeaching aims: A. Knowledge and Ability1. To help the students gain information about Internet use. 2. To enable them to know something about the strategy of “reading an argument”.3. To make them retell the effects of the Internet and know how to have a debate about a certain subject.B. Feelings and Attitudes1. Better evaluate the effects of the Internet.2. Understand how to use Internet resources properly.C. Importance and Difficulties1. Students gain information about Internet use; Practise students reading skills and improve their overall ability by participating in activities.2. Teach students how to read an argument and put this skill into practice. Teaching Methods Listening; reading; discussion; debate Teaching ProceduresStep 1 Review Go over the words in Part D on P36. Step 2 Lead-in 1) In our daily lives, how do you make use of the Internet?Short discussion:2) In your opinion, whats the most important benefit of the Internet?3) Do you think there are any negative things about the Internet?Step 3 Reading comprehensionActivity 1 Fast Reading Go through the text quickly to get the general idea. The text presents the _ two students _ and _ gave at a _ about the _of Internet use. Activity 2 Reading strategy When we read an argument, there are some things we should pay particular attention to. Read through the reading strategy on Page 35 and have a clear idea about how to read an argument.(1) When you read an argument, you must remember that _.(2) How does an argument develop?First: _.After that: _.Another thing: _.At the end of the argument: _.Activity 3 Careful Reading (Application of reading strategy)The Internet has positive effects on our livesAnalyze the structure:A specific view: _.Para _: Present the two main points (1. _; 2. _.) Para _: Supporting facts for Point 1Para _: Supporting facts for Point 2Para _: Draw a conclusion (_.) Listen to the tape and finish the following multiple choices.1) According to the survey, children use the Internet mostly to _. A. chat B. help with their studies C. play games D. advance knowledge about hobbies2) What is the most important thing in building a friendship? A. common interests B. appearance C. age D. popularityThe Internet has negative effects on our lives Read the part carefully and complete the form below:Step 4 Consolidation Read the following statements. Write for if the statement supports Internet use, or against if not.( ) 1. We cannot always tell if the information is true or false.( ) 2. Of regular Internet users, 80 per cent mainly use it to search for answers to questions.( ) 3. An unfortunate outcome of Internet use is that it damages peoples ability to live normal lives.( ) 4. With the Internet, people who are disabled and must stay in their homes can correspond and communicate with others around the globe who have similar interests.( ) 5. One of the greatest benefits of Internet friendships is that they are based on common interests, rather than appearance, or age.( ) 6. This study shows that people who spend too much time on the Internet tend to withdraw from the world round them.Step 5 SummaryStep 6 Debate: True friendship on the Internet (P37)Do you think that people can find true friendship on the internet? Why or why not?Try to use the following patterns:1) I am in complete agreement with 2) I am strongly against3) For one thing, For another , / on the one handon the other hand 4) In short (In brief /In a word), I firmly (dont) support the view that Step 7 Homework1. After class, please read the passage carefully. Pay special attention to some key words and phrases as well as the reading strategy.2. Finish Part E on P37.3. Write a short passage about your views on True friendship on the Internet. .Blackboard DesignModule 7 Unit 3 The World OnlineReading The effects of the Internet on our livesTopic Positive effects View Negative effects Be valuable for people to look Main points Prov