新视野大学英语1打印版(完整版)

1、【精品文档】如有侵权，请联系网站删除，仅供学习与交流新视野大学英语1打印版(完整版).精品文档.1a:Learning a foreign languageLearning a foreign language was one of the most difficult yet mostrewardingexperiences of my life.Although at times learning a language was rustrating, it was well worth the effort. My experience with learning a foreign la

2、nguage began in junior middle school, when I took my first English class. I had a kind and patient teacher who often praised all of the students. Because of this positive method, I eagerly answered all the questions I could, never worrying much about making mistakes. I was at the top of my class for

3、 two years. When I went to senior middle school, I was eager to continue studying English; however, my experience in senior middle school was very different from before. While my ormer teacher had been patient with all of the students, my new teacher quickly punished those who gave incorrect answers

4、. Whenever we answered incorrectly, she pointed a long stick at us and, shaking it up and down, shouted, "No! No! No!" It didn't take me long to lose my eagerness to answer questions. Not only did I lose my joy in answering questions, but I also lost my desire to say anything at all in

5、 English. However, that state didn't last long. When I went to college, I learned that all students were required to take an English course. Unlikemy senior middle school teacher, my college English teachers were patient and kind, and none of them carried long, pointed sticks! The situation was

6、far from perfect, though. As our classes were very large, I was only able to answer a couple of questions in each class period. Also, after a few weeks of classes, I noticed there were many students who spoke much better than I did. I began to feel intimidated. So, once again, although for different

7、 reasons, I was afraid to speak. It seemed my English was going to stay at the same level forever. That was the situation until a couple of years later when I was offered an opportunityto study English through an onlinecourse. The communication medium was a computer, a phone line, and a modem. I soo

8、n got accessto the necessary equipment, learned how to use the technology from a friend and participated in the virtual classroom to days a week. Online learning is not easier than regular classroom study; it requires a lot of time, commitment and discipline to keep up with the flow of the course. I

9、 worked hard to meet the minimum standards set by the course and to complete assignments on time. I practiced all the time. I carried a little dictionary with me everywhere I went, as well as a notebook in which I listed any new words I heard. I made many, sometimesembarrassing, mistakes. Once in a

10、while I cried out of frustration, and sometimes I felt like giving up. But I didn't feel intimidated by students who spoke faster than I did because I took all the time I needed to think out my ideas and wrote a reply before posting it on the screen. Then, one day I realized I could understand j

11、ust about everything I came across, and most importantly, I could "say" anything I wanted to in English. Although I was still making many mistakes and was continually learning new ways to say things, I had finally reaped the benefits of all of my hard work.Learning a foreign language has b

12、een a most trying experience for me, but one that I wouldn't trade for anything. Not only did learning another language teach me the value of hard work, but it also gave me insights into another culture, and my mind was opened to new ways of seeing things. The most wonderful result of having lea

13、rned a foreign language was that I could communicate with many more people than before. Talking with people is one of my favoriteactivities, so being able to speak a new language lets me meet new people, participate in conversations, and form new, unforgettable friendships. Now that I speak a foreig

14、n language, instead of staring into space when English is being spoken, I can participate and make friends. I am able to reach out to others and bridge the gap between my language and culture and theirs.1b:Keys to successful online leaeningWhile regular schools still exist, the virtual classroom pla

15、ys an important role in today's learning community. Job opportunities for students are expanding rapidly and more people of all ages are becoming aware of online learning that allows them to study at home.Online students, however, require unique qualities to be successful. The following list dis

16、cusses some ideal qualities of successful online students. . Be open-minded about sharing life, work, and learning experiences as part of online learning.Many people find that the online method requires them to use their experiences and that online learning offers them a place to communicate with ea

17、ch other. This forum for communication removes the visual barriers that hinder some students from expressing themselves. In addition, students are given time to reflect on the information before replying. In this way, students can help to keep the online environment open and friendly. . Be able to c

18、ommunicate through writing. In the virtual classroom nearly all communication is written, so it is critical that students feel comfortable expressing themselves in writing. Some students have limited writing abilities, which need to be improved before or as part of the online experience. This usuall

19、y requires extra commitment by these students. Whether working alone or in a group, students share ideas, perspectives and discussions on the subject being studied, and read about those of their classmates. In this way, students gain great insights from their peers, learning from each other as well

20、as the instructor. Be willing to "speak up" if problems arise. Remember that instructors cannot see their students in an online course. This means students must be absolutely explicit with their comments and requests. If they experience technical difficulties, or problems in understanding

21、something about the course, they MUST speak up; otherwise there is no way anyone can know something is wrong. If one person does not understand something, possibly several others have the same problem. If another student is able to help, he or she probably will. While explaining something to others,

22、 students reinforce their own knowledge about the subject. . Take the program seriously.Online learning is not easier than study in regular classrooms. In fact, many students say it requires much more time and effort. Requirements for online courses are no less than those of any other quality progra

23、m. Successful online students, however, see online learning as a convenient way to receive their educationnot an easier way. Many online students sit at computers for hours at a time during evenings and on weekends in order to complete their assignments. When other people are finished with their wor

24、k and studies and having fun, you'll most likelyfind online students doing their course work. Online students need to commit to hours a week to each course. . Accept critical thinking and decision making as part of online learning. Online courses require students to make decisions based on facts

25、 as well as experience. It is absolutely necessary for students to assimilate information and make the right decisions based on critical thinking. In a positive online environment, students feel valued by the instructor and by their classmates and feel good about their own work. . Be able to think i

26、deas through before replying. Providing meaningful and quality input into the virtual classroom is an essential part of online learning. Time is given to allow for careful development of answers. Testing and challenging of ideas is encouraged. Online students will not always be right, so they need t

27、o be prepared to accept a challenge. Keep up with the progress of the course. Online learning is normally sequential and requires commitment on the students' part. Keeping up with the class and completing all the work on time is vital. Once students get behind, it is almost impossible to catch u

28、p. Students need to want to be there and need to want the experience. The instructor may have to communicate with students personally to offer help and remind them of the need to keep up. Just as many excellent instructors may not be effective online facilitators, not all students have the necessary

29、 qualities to perform well online. People who have the qualities discussed above usually make very successful online students. If you have these qualities, learning online may be one of the best discoveries you will ever make.2a：Deep concernThe radio clickedon. Rock music blasted forth. Like a shot,

30、 the music woke Sandy. She looked at the clock; it was : A.M. Sandy sang along with the words as she lay listening to her favorite radio station."Sandy," shouted her father. "Sandy, turn that music off!" Steve Finch burst into her room. "Why do you have to listen to such hor

31、rible stuff? It's the same thing over and over. I'm not sure it is really music, though it does have rhythm.""I like that music, Dad; it's my favorite. Listen for a minute; I'm sure you'll like it." Sandy reached for the radio to turn it up louder."No, no, don

32、't do that. I can't stand it. Turn that radio down so your mother and I can't hear it. I'm sure that music is hurting your ears as well as your brain."Sandy walked into the bathroom and turned on the shower. Then shegrabbed the soap and washed thoroughly, including her hair. Aft

33、er her shower, Sandy brushed her hair, put on her old, green T-shirt and some jeans. Then she put on her makeup and went to the kitchen. As usual, she didn't know what to have for breakfast, so she grabbed a glass of milk and ate a piece of toast while standing by the sink. Just then, her mother

34、, Jane, entered the kitchen."Sandy, why don't you sit down and eat your breakfast? It isn't healthy to eat standing up.""I know, Mom, but I don't have time to sit down and eat.""Did you finish your homework, dear?""Yes.""Did you brush your tee

35、th?""Mom, I haven't finished eating breakfast yet. pI'll brush my teeth when I'm done.""Sandy, why are you wearing that old T-shirt? pIt's disgusting.""Mom, please stop.""Stop what, dear?""Stop bugging me.""Sandy, are you we

36、aring eyeliner?""Yes, Mom, I've been wearing eyeliner for months. Isn't it pretty? ""Sandy Finch, you're too young to wear that much makeup.""Mom, I'm fifteen. I'm old enough to wear makeup. Believe me, all the girls at school wear makeup. Some have

37、tattoos and pierced ears, and noses and tongues, too. Mom, I don't have time to talk about this nowI'm late. I've got to go. See you later."Sandy kissed her mother quickly on the cheek, picked up her books, pand bolted out of the house.After Sandy had left for school, Jane Finch sat

38、 down in peace and quiet to drink her coffee. Soon her husband joined her."Would you like some coffee, Steve?" asked Jane."No, thanks, honey. My stomach feels upsetlike it's full of knots. It's probably that awful music that wakes me up every morning. I don't think I'm

39、 old-fashioned, but hearing those tuneless, offensive lyrics repeatedly makes my blood boil.""You know, honey, ifferent music appeals to different generations," reasoned Jane. "Remember some of the music we listened to?"Steve smiled. "You're right. Maybe eating brea

40、kfast will help me get of some of the knots in my stomach.""Did you notice how much makeup our fifteen-year-old daughter was wearing this morning? I can't believe I didn't notice. I suppose we should feel lucky because makeup is our biggest problem with her. I've seen other tee

41、nagers walking around town with tattoos and piercings all over their bodies.""What worries me," said Steve, "is that music could have a negative influence on Sandy. I don't know what's happening to our little girl. She's changing and I'm concerned about her.Makeup

42、, terrible musicwho knows what will be next? We need to have a talk with her. The news is full of stories about teenagers in trouble whose parents hardly know anything about their problems.""Oh, I don't think her music is so terrible. But in any case, you're right. We need to have

43、a talk with Sandy," said Jane. As Jane Finch drove to work, she thought about her Sandy. She knew what she wanted to say, what she had to say to Sandy. She was so glad that she and Sandy could still talk things over. She knew she had to have patience and keep the lines of communication with her

44、 daughter open. She wanted to be there as an anchor for her, but at the same time she would give her freedom to find her own identity .2b:Is there a generation gapThe term "generation gap" was coined in the s. One conceptof the generation gap is that parents and children have different val

45、ues and beliefs.As a result, many parents fear that peer opinions will become more highly valued and that they in turn will lose influence. Although the term continues to be used often, some people are beginning to ask the question, "Is there a generation gap in today's society?"One st

46、udy compared four generations, aged -, -, -, and and over. Several questions were asked to tap into basic beliefs and values, such as "Hard work is the key to getting ahead" and "America is the very best place in the world to live in". Across the generations, there was great cons

47、istency in the responses.Many studies on youth also refute the concept of a generation gap. These studies show that while young people tend to value their peers' evaluations over parents'on things like music, clothing and what's "cool", they continue to look to parents for basi

48、c values and guidance in the more important areas of life, such as career and lifetime goals. Of course, general trends can't always be applied to individual cases. It is natural to feel like there is an uncomfortable "gap" between our teens and us and that there is a need to bridge it

49、. Perhaps, though, the problem does not lie in a difference of opinions or values, but in the way we relate to and communicate with each other. Here are some tips from an article entitled "Bridging the Generation Gap" that might help. Show respect. An attitude of respect and trust can be c

50、ontagious. Young people tend to see themselves the way their parents see them. In turn, they gain self-confidence and respect for themselves when you show that you respect their ability to make decisions and learn from their mistakes. Listen more than you talk. Questioning can sound like interrogati

51、on. Instead, adopt an attitude of curiosity rather than control. Ask questions like "How so?" "What do you think now?" "Were you surprised?" "What will you do now?" "What's your plan?" "Is this something you want help with?" If your obj

52、ect is only to listen, you should be careful not to be preparing your response while your teen is still talking. You'll hear better that way, and they will be encouraged to talk more. Ask whether your child wants to hear it before sharing your point of view. Only go on if they say "yes"

53、;. Then be brief.Don't lecture, and don't expect them to agree with you. If you state your case with a "This is what makes sense to me" attitude as opposed to "This is the right way to see things", he or she can listen more openly instead of planning rebellion. Think &quo

54、t;we" instead of "you". "We have chores to do before we leave the house; how can we take care of what needs to be done?" Any way you can get across the message "We're in this together" can help bridge gaps that conflicts might otherwise create. Keep calm. You c

55、an easily destroy your credibility by getting angry or too excited during a conversation. Instead of "You're ruining your life!", say "I'm concerned about what might happen if." "What do you think you might do in a situation like that?" Don't apply double st

56、andards.Teenagers pay close attention to double standards.Don't expect them to follow rules you don't follow yourself. Whether it's about checking in by the phone, putting things away or drinking out of the milk carton, "Do as I say and not as I do" will not improve the relatio

57、nship. Admit your own mistakes and talk about what you are learning from them. Showing self-acceptance and tolerance for imperfection is very encouraging to teenagers (as well as other people around you) and tends to make you easier to approach with questions, regrets and challenges. Apologize when

58、you think you had done or said something differently, like losing your cool or saying something hurtful during an argument.Enjoy them. The humor, energy and sense of possibility teenagers often have can awaken parents to positive sides of themselves they had forgotten or neglected. When teens experi

59、ence being liked, they usually act more likeable. 3a:A good heart to learn onWhen I was growing up, I was embarrassed to be seen with my father. He was severely crippled and very short, and when we walked together, his hand on my arm for balance, people would stare. I would inwardly struggle at the

60、unwanted attention. If he ever noticed or was bothered, he never let on. It was difficult to coordinate our stepshis halting, mine impatientand because of that, we didn't say much as we went along. But as we started out, he always said, "You set the pace. I will try to adjust to you."O

61、ur usual walk was to or from the subway on which he traveled to work. He went to work sick, and despite nasty weather. He almost never missed a day, and would make it to the office even if others could not. It was a matter of pride. When snow or ice was on the ground, it was impossible for him to walk, even with help. At such times my s