高二英语译林版选修9教案：UNIT2《WITNESSING TIME》WELCOMETOTHEUNIT WORD版含解析.doc

1、英语：Unit2Witnessing timeWelcome to the unit教案（1）（译林牛津版选修9） 课 题M9U2课时9-2Welcome to the unit主备人授 课 时 间教 学 目 标1.Get students know something about historic sites.2.Encourage students to express their opinions, practice their spoken English.教学重、难点1.Discuss the questions and develop their spoken English2.M

2、ake sure the ss can hold their own attitudes教、 学 具Slides教学手段Review the new words.教 师 活 动 内 容、方 式学生活动内容、方式旁 注Step1: GreetingsStep2: Brainstorming1. China is a large country with a long history. Can you name some famous Chinese historic sites you are familiar with? 2. With the fast development of the

3、modern world, the problems of preserving cultural heritage sites are becoming more and more serious. Nowadays many historic sites have been damaged, leaving only part of the ruins. Do you think it is necessary to rebuild them?Step3:Sharing informationAsk the Ss to look at the four pictures at page 1

4、 and study them one by one and try to discuss some questions in groups of four.Picture 1When was the Colosseum built? (In the 1st century BC)What was it used for? (It was an amphitheatre or arena that was used for displays of combat and wild-beast shows.)How big is it? (It was designed to hold 50,00

5、0 spectators.)Picture 2 What is Suzhou famous for? (It is famous for its splendid scenery, especially its classical gardens.)Have you visited the classical gardens ? If so, what did you see?Of all the gardens, which impressed you most? (The Lingering Garden impressed me most. Before I visited the ga

6、rden, I couldnt help wondering why it was given that name. Only then did I understand the real meaning. Everyone was so fascinated by the beautiful scenery there that they lingered in the garden and were reluctant to leave.)Picture3 Where was the temple complex built? (In Cambodia)When was it built?

7、 (In the early years of the 12th century.)Why was it built? (It was built to honor the Hindu god Vishnu.)Picture 4 When and where was the Cathedral built? Do you know anything special about the Cathedral?What do you feel when seeing the church? Are the towers in harmony with each other?Step4 Discuss

8、ion1.Do you know anything about the historic sites in the pictures?2.Do you think it is a good idea to rebuild historic sites that have been damaged or destroyed? Why or why not?3.Which modern buildings do you think will be famous in 1,000 years?Sample answers:1. Of all the four historic sites, I kn

9、ow the classical gardens of Suzhou best. I have been to Suzhou twice and paid a visit to the classical gardens. They are so well designed and built that they look really natural. Of all the gardens, the Humble Administrators Garden, the Lingering Garden, the Master-of-Nets Garden and the Mountain Vi

10、lla are the most famous. Whenever you are there, youll be fascinated by Suzhous splendid scenery. It is no wonder that Suzhou is called the earthly paradise.2. In my point of view, it is a really good idea to rebuild historic sites that have been damaged or destroyed. Historic sites reflect the hist

11、ory and culture of a particular period, which helps people remember what has happened before so that they will not forget the past. Besides, rebuilding historic sites may promote local tourism. In turn, this may improve the local environment and preserve its natural beauty. In conclusion, I strongly

12、 recommend historic sites be rebuilt. 3. I think that the National Stadium in Beijing for the 2008 Olympics will be famous in 1,000 years. Theres no doubt that the venue will be a landmark in the city of Beijing. Not only can it accommodate a maximum of 100,000 spectators, but also its nest-like app

13、earance from the outside reminds people of getting back to nature. Thats why people gave it the nickname, “the Bird Nest”. Your first sight of the design will surprise you. Its so unique that you cannot take your eyes off it.Step5 Practise Have students read the article in Part A on page 114 and the one in Part B on page 115 in Workbook. Step6 Homework: Prepare the Reading part.Ss answer the questions.Ss describe these pictures using their own words.SS discuss the questions in groups.