新世纪大学英语教材_第二版_综合教程2_unit6

1、会计学1新世纪大学英语教材新世纪大学英语教材_第二版第二版_综合教程综合教程2_unit6Get StartedListen and RespondOptional Classroom ActivitiesEnhance Your Language AwarenessRead and ExploreSit in groups of threes or fours and discuss the following questions.1. Can you give some examples of what you can accomplish only through teamwork?2.

2、 Do you enjoy working with others? Why or why not?3. Have you ever had any experience of successful cooperation with others? Describe it briefly.4. What should you keep in mind if you want to work well with others?Study the following quotes about education and see if you accept the ideas expressed i

3、n the quotes.Many hands make light work. John Heywood Interpretation:What is impossible for one person may be easily accomplished by a group of people. Click PictureIf everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself. Henry Ford Click PictureInterpretation:Cooperation within a

4、team is important. If everyone works well with everyone else, success will come as a natural outcome. Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships. Michael JordanClick PictureInterpretation:With a great player, a team may win a game now and then. But in team sports like a baske

5、tball game, the sole dependence on a single star can damage the chances of the whole team. Only when all players cooperate well can the team win enough games to become the champion.A great person attracts great people and knows how to hold them together. Johann Wolfgang von GoetheClick PictureInterp

6、retation:A leader plays a vital role in a team. People are willing to join the team because they are attracted by the leader. Meanwhile, only a good leader can hold people together and make them work well to their best abilities.Watch the following video clip “Kobe” and then complete the tasks that

7、follow:click here Youll find out, life is a game of inches, the for error is so small. I mean one half step too late or too early, and you dont quite make it. One half second too slow or too fast, you dont quite it. The inches we need are everywhere around us. They are in every break of the game, ev

8、ery minute, every second. On this team, we fight for that inch. On this team, we ourselves, and everyone else around us to pieces for that inch. We with our fingernails for that inch, because we know when we up all those inches, thats gonna make the difference between winner and loser, between livin

9、g and dying.margincatchtearclawadd_click hereclick hereteam player n. someone who works well as a member of a team, especially in business 善于与同伴配合的队员competition n. U (with, between, for) the act of competing; the struggle between several people or groups to win something or gain an advantage （常与with

10、、between或for连用）竞争Michael Jordan 迈克尔乔丹cooperate vi. (with, in) work or act together for a shared purpose （常与with或in连用）合作，协作concept n. (of) a thought, idea or principle; notion （常与of连用）概念；观念；思想railroad n. AmE a railway 美铁路airline n. a business that runs a regular service for carrying passengers and go

11、ods by air 航空公司cooperation n. U (with) the act of working together for a shared purpose （常与with连用）合作，协作creature n. living being of any kind, but not a plant; an animal, bird, fish, etc. 不包含植物的生物；动物 Choose the best answer to complete each of the following sentences according to the information contai

12、ned in the listening passage. 1. The speaker believes that our success in life lies in _. A) working well with other people B) being a great player in a team C) working with a great player like Michael JordanD) performing a specific role in a team2. The speaker cites Michael Jordan as an example bec

13、ause _. A)Michael Jordan plays a very important role in a team B) he wants to convince people of the importance of team workC) great players are vital for a team D) Michael Jordan is an inspiring example of success 3. According to the speaker, the concept of team work is widely applied in many place

14、s EXCEPT _. A) in school B) in the workplace C) in sports D) in arts 4. It is the speakers opinion that if you want to become a successful college student you need to _. A) work hard at your courses B) do some lab work C) cooperate well with othersD) do some projects Listen to the recording again an

15、d fill in each of the blanks according to what you have heard.1.Though Michael Jordan is a great player, he still has to well with his team members to win a game. Because every member of his team has a very specific , every member of the team is to the success of the team. rolevitalcooperate_2. In t

16、he workplace, it is important to be regarded as a team player, for no one person can build or manage an airline. Success in school can also rely on . 3.Being creatures, we cant escape having to be .a railroadteam worksocialteam players_Exercise 1: Answer the following questions with the information

17、contained in Text A. 1. Why is it an essential requirement of any employment that any potential employee is a team player?2. What does being a team player mean on the deeper level?3. What is the duty of the team captain?4. Why should a leader of a corporate team have the loyalty of its members?5. Wh

18、y is “oneness” a necessary part of the corporate culture?6. How should a competent leader deal with a team members new idea?7. If the idea of a team member is found inappropriate, how should he or she react properly?Exercise 2: Text A can be divided into three parts. Now write down the paragraph num

19、bers of each part and then give the main idea of each in one or two sentences. PartPara(s)Main IdeaIIIIII1-23-1112-15It is an essential requirement of any employment that any potential employee is a team player. A company is just like a football team. Every member has the duty to help achieve the te

20、ams goal and the right to offer ideas. If you are not happy in your working environment, try to find out if there is anything wrong with you or your team. We often hear the word “teamwork. ” But what is the essence of teamwork? How do individuals relate to one another in a team? Are you a team playe

21、r? Understanding these questions can surely promote team spirit as well as individual development. 2 On the most basic level, a team player is someone who can work within a group of people. This group is a number of people greater than one. Even if there are only two people in the group, they can be

22、 called a “team.” Therefore it is an essential requirement of any employment that any potential employee is a team player. Sharon Saw1 In many job interviews, a common question is whether the interviewee is a “team player.” More often than not (unless the interviewee is particularly stupid, or maybe

23、 particularly honest but doesnt want the job), he or she will say “yes.” But what does being a team player really mean? What Does Teamwork Really Mean?3 On a deeper level, a team player is someone who can play a role in the team, to achieve and support the goals set and agreed upon by the team. The

24、simplest analogy to the corporate team would be a sports team. There are two main aims of the football team. One is to score goals and the other is to prevent the opposition team fromscoring. In football, there are eleven players per side, and almost the same number of players in reserve. There are

25、also other vital members of the team in the background, such as the coach, the doctor, etc. Every member of the team has a very specific role as a captain, goalkeeper, striker, midfielder or defender. Every member of the team is vital to the success of the team. If there is one player missing, the t

26、eam is handicapped. If one player does not perform to the best of his or her ability, the team is handicapped. 5 The captain is there to give direction to the team, in strategy, motivation and inspiration. But he or she also has to play as part of the team. Egos do not play any part in teamwork. If

27、ones ego gets in the way, such as if one player wants to score a goal and be a hero, he or she may take rash actions instead of maybe letting another person score or helping to create the opportunity to score. 46 Similarly in the corporate world, each company has its clearly defined goals. Usually t

28、hese are not as easily specified as in a football match. And it is the job of every employee to ensure that these goals are met. Every member of the corporate team should have specific roles and responsibilities in view of achieving these goals. 7 There can only be one captain of the company, and he

29、 or she should be responsible for giving leadership and guidance to the team members. The leader should also continuouslycommunicate the overall business strategy, as well as providing motivation and inspiration to the team. The leader has to have the loyalty of the team. If the team is not loyal or

30、 has no respect for the leader, the members of the team will not listen to the captain and the objectives of the company would not be achieved. 8 In every action of the team, the objectives of the company, and or, business strategy, MUST be first and foremost. The success of the team relies complete

31、ly on every member of the team carrying out their roles and responsibilities in line with the direction of the leader. There has to be a “oneness” of the corporate culture. There is no room in the company for anyone who does not share the same corporate goals or objectives. be a valid vision and if

32、you believe in it strongly enough, you should share it with the rest of the team. Your idea may complement the corporate objectives and goals. Or it may not. If the leader is a competent one, he or she will it on its and not let ego get in the way. However, should the team not agree with your vision

33、, dont take it personally. Being a team player does not mean that you do not have any ideas of your own. It does not mean you should always agree with the rest of the team. It does not mean that you should merely follow the herd. There are times when your vision may differ from the vision of the com

34、pany, the leader or the rest of team. It may9assessmerits10 They may find the idea inappropriate, not YOU personally. Dont take it as a sign of personal rejection. A good leader should be able to communicate this to a team member, but if he or she doesnt, and it turns out as appearing to be a rebuff

35、, dont lose heart. If the team found YOU inappropriate, you would be the first to know. If your leader or team members see that you can handle rejection of your ideas in a mature manner, it is only to your own credit. 11 Dont be afraid to offer new ideas even seemingly crazy ones. Everyone in the te

36、am should feel free to offer ideas and not worry about them being dismissed. Usually when ideas are not taken up, people may take it as a personal rejection. Dont. Just accept it, and move on. There is work to be done. 12 The pleasure of working in an environment where every member of the team is a

37、team player is unparalleled. If you are not enjoying your working environment, chances are high that your team is also not working well. Ask yourself this: 13 Are you a team player? 14 Are your own objectives in line with those of the team? 15 Are your team objectives in line with those of the compa

38、ny? If not, why not? Work in groups of threes or fours and have a group discussion on How to Make My Department a Successful Team on the supposition that you are going to run for the manager of the Sales Department in your company. Then share your views with the whole class. The words and expression

39、s on the next slide may be of some help. (Open.)understanding of the teams goal training of team membersplanning of the teams work support system (time and money and other resources)cooperation and communication of the team members fair rewards and punishment a friendly working atmosphere Key Words

40、for Text Bkeyproductive invent presentation conventional professional curb norm cue unexpected alter compromise viewpoint gracious pave competitive streak Expressions for Text Bat the very least day to day conventional wisdom keep in check take a turn get ones (own) way pave the way for in privatele

41、t ones defenses downtake (sth.) inown up to (doing) sth.in person shift the blame / responsibility (for sth.) (onto sb.) 1. We often think being “professional” means curbing your thoughts and words and conforming to the office norm. (Para.4) 2) Paraphrase the sentence. We often think that being a go

42、od worker at your job means controlling your thoughts and words well so that they are appropriate in an office environment.1) Translate this sentence into Chinese.我们常认为，我们常认为，“专业专业”就意味着克制自己的思想和言语就意味着克制自己的思想和言语，遵守办公室规范，遵守办公室规范。2. “East Asian, Latin American and Middle Eastern cultures tend to believe

43、 that social and emotional relationships are just as important at work as an intense focus on the task at hand,” he says. (Para.6)2) Make a sentence with the italicized structure. Practice is just as important as theory, but we tend to value the latter and despise the former.1) Translate this senten

44、ce into Chinese.他说，他说，“东亚、拉丁美洲以及中东文化倾向于认为，在工东亚、拉丁美洲以及中东文化倾向于认为，在工作中，社会和情感关系，与专注于手头的任务一样重要。作中，社会和情感关系，与专注于手头的任务一样重要。”3. In the US workplace the typical, impersonal workplace attitude often leads one to miss important cues in nonverbal communication from colleagues. (Para. 7)2) Paraphrase the sentence

45、. In the US workplacethe general lack of feelings towards others at a workplace often makes one unable to understand the important information from his or her fellow workers conveyed through gestures or other nonverbal means.1) Translate this sentence into Chinese.在美国的工作场所，典型的、没有人情味的态度经常会在美国的工作场所，典型

46、的、没有人情味的态度经常会导致一个人无视同事通过非语言沟通传达的重要暗示导致一个人无视同事通过非语言沟通传达的重要暗示。4. When it comes to teamwork, it really helps to know the answers. (Para. 14) 2) Make a sentence with the underlined structure. He always says hell help, but when it comes to the emergency, he does nothing.1) Translate this sentence into Ch

47、inese.说到团队建设，知道答案确实会很有帮助。说到团队建设，知道答案确实会很有帮助。What does “being a member of a team” mean from a basic point of view? Whats the deeper meaning of “being a member of a team”? Why is it a difficult job to have effective communication with others? Paras. 1-3Why is it important to have good communication wi

48、th others? How do ordinary people understand the words “being professional” at work? How can one respond well to his or her working environment?Paras.4-5Why might it be a mistake to control ones emotions in todays workplace? How do other cultures look at teamwork styles? Why is there a difference re

49、garding teamwork styles between American culture and cultures of other countries?Para. 6Why is the American style in the workplace harmful according to the author?Para. 7Why is flexibility a key trait for a good team player? Why are workers more valuable who can adapt to change in a weak economy? Pa

50、ras.8-9What is closely related to flexibility?What benefit can we get by considering different viewpoints? What is a compromise? Why sometimes do we need to make a compromise?Para. 10What is the art of compliment and criticism?Why do some psychologists suggest complimenting in public, but criticizin

51、g in private?Para. 11Can you give us an example to show cultural differences in body language? Why is body language important in the workplace?Would you please give an example of body language that shows you are listening to another with interest? Para. 12Why is it not easy for a person to admit his

52、 mistake?Para. 13Why are teams regarded as a great concept? Para. 14Task 1: Work with your partner and role-play a job interview with one of you being the interviewer and the other interviewee alternately. The questions on the next slide may be of some help.1. Do you work better by yourself or as a

53、member of a team? 2. If you are recruited (招聘) or accepted by our company, you are likely to be given a particular job which you may not be familiar with at first. Would you be happy to take it? If so, how are you going to handle the new job?3. If you disagree with the actions or decisions of your t

54、eam leader, how would you approach the situation? 4. Did you ever work in a successful team? What was the most outstanding characteristic of that team? / Did you ever work in an unsuccessful team? What do you think were the reasons of its failure?Task 2: Work in groups of twos or threes and surf the

55、 Internet for a story about teamwork and success. Share the story with the class. Useful Expressions from Text AChinese Equivalenceson the most basic level 在最基本的层面上在最基本的层面上 play a role in the team 在团队中扮演一个角色在团队中扮演一个角色 score goals 进球得分进球得分 players in reserve 替补队员替补队员 perform to the best of ones abili

56、ty全力以赴全力以赴 take rash actions 采取鲁莽行动采取鲁莽行动 achieve these goals 实现这些目标实现这些目标 have no respect for the leader 不尊重领导不尊重领导 be first and foremost 处在首要位置处在首要位置 Useful Expressions from Text BChinese Equivalencesat the very least 最起码而言最起码而言 keep emotions in check 控制自己的情绪控制自己的情绪 conform to the office norm 遵守办公

57、室规范遵守办公室规范 keep in mind 牢记牢记 go as planned 按计划进展按计划进展 take an unexpected turn 出现意外的转变出现意外的转变 take into account 考虑考虑 shift the blame onto others 推卸责任推卸责任 make excuses for failure 为失败找借口为失败找借口 Study the following sentences and reflect on the use of conditional clauses, paying special attention to the

58、use of verb tenses.1. Even if there are only two people in the group, they can be called a “team.” (Para. 2, Text A)2. If the leader is a competent one, he or she will assess it on its merit and not let ego get in the way. (Para. 9, Text A)3. If the team found YOU inappropriate, you would be the fir

59、st to know. (Para. 10, Text A)4. If you are not enjoying your working environment, chances are high that your team is also not working well. (Para. 12, Text A)5. If you are part of a group, you wont get your way all the time. (Para. 10, Text B)6. If I had never dropped in on that single course in co

60、llege, the Mac would have never had multiple typefaces or proportionally spaced fonts (Para. 8, Text A, Unit 4)7. Im pretty sure none of this would have happened if I hadnt been fired from Apple. (Para. 14, Text A, Unit 4)if引导的条件状语从句引导的条件状语从句引导条件状语从句最常用的连词是if，常见的if条件状语从句表示在某条件下，某事很可能发生，条件是可能存在的，主句中某