1、 enjoyableexperienceheadmasterearnrespectdevoteliteratureaverageadj.有乐趣的n.&vt.经历，体验n.校长vt.获得，赚，挣得n.&vt.尊敬，敬重vt.致力于，献身n.文学adj.一般的，普通的，平均的Words Reviewstrugglechallengingencouragementcookingextran.难事，斗争，努力vi.奋斗，努力，挣扎adj.具有挑战性的n.鼓励n.做饭，烹饪，烹调adj.额外的，外加的Words ReviewfondSpanishsculpturedessertsatisfactiona
2、cademicexchangeadj.喜爱的，喜欢的n.&adj.西班牙语（的），西班牙人（的）n.雕像，雕塑n.甜点n.满意adj.学业的，学术的n.&vt.交换，交流Words Reviewfor freebe fond oflook back(on)make use ofopening hoursin charge of负责，掌管喜欢，喜爱利用免费开放时间回忆，回顾MatchCan you describe the school life in China after watching these pictures?To learn to get information by using
3、 the two reading skills:skimming and scanning To get some ideas about the schoollife in the UKTo master the new words and phrasesin this unitMore and more young people begin to study in abroad.Whats their school life like?Today well learn an article from a school magazine,written by Wei Hua,who stud
4、ied in the UK for one year.First,notice the two reading skills.Reading Tips阅读时，可根据阅读任务的不同，综合运用略读(skimming)与扫读(scanning)，提高快速阅读水平。Skimming and scanningSkimming and scanning are two fast reading skills to help to browse text and extract the key points.The skills require practice,but once you have got
5、the hang of them youll find you can get through a substantial amount of reading in quite a short time.These reading methods make it easier for you to grasp large amounts of material,especially when youre previewing.They are also useful when you dont need to know every word.略读(skimming)只看文章标题、下标题以及每个
6、部分或者段落第一行，关注文章中反复出现的关键词。略读时，要用充足的时间读懂段落的第一句和第二句，因为第一句往往是该段的主题句(topic sentence)，而第二句往往是对前句的延伸(extension)或进一步的解释(explanation)。通过略读把握文章大意运用扫读(scanning)迅速浏览从第三句开始的后面部分,搜寻作者对开头两句的支持句(supporting sentences),并同时注意文章中间是否有转折词(transition),因为这些词常常会把文章的思路逆转或加入其它重要的信息。当读到段落的最后一句时,我们又要使用略读,这时必须再次放慢速度(slow down you
7、r pace)直到完全消化作者对段落的小结(conclusion),因为该小结有可能与主题句截然相反或引导读者进入下一个段落。通过扫读寻找特定信息或特定词组a general ideacertain informationtitles and headingsthe first and last sentences of paragraphsthe first and last paragraphspictures and chartsScan the text forkey words and phrases,dates,etc.Do not need toread the whole te
8、xt.Skimming for general ideastitleWhat is the school life like in the UK according to Wei Hua?SkimmingMain Idea?What is the main idea of the text?A.It is a very enjoyable and exciting experience to study abroad.B.What school life is like in the UK from the authors own experience.C.There is much free
9、 time in Britain.D.The author wants to go back and study in Britain someday.Match the main idea of each paragraph as soon as possible.Para.1Para.2Para.3Para.4Para.5Para.6Para.7Para.8school hoursattending assemblyteachers and classhomeworkimproving English and cookingsubjectslunch timelucky to experi
10、ence the lifeMain Idea?SkimmingScanningfor specific informationScanningChoose T or Fp4C1 1.Wei Huas favourite teacher was Mr Heywood.2.Most British classes have fewer than thirty students.3.Wei Hua had more homework in her school in China.4.It was very expensive for Wei Hua to communicate with her p
11、arents.5.In the UK,students can choose to stop studying any subject.6.The cake made by Wei Hua did not taste good.Read and answer questions.1.According to the headmaster,what should the students spend much time on?They should devote themselves to study.2.Why was it a struggle for Wei Hua to remember
12、 the names of her classmates?Because there were different students in some classes.3.Why did Wei Hua find her homework difficult at first?Because all the homework was in English.Scanningp4C2 4.Who gave Wei Hua a lot of support in her studies?The teachers gave her much encouragement.5.How did Wei Hua
13、 manage to improve her English?She used English every day and spent an hour each day reading English books in the library.6.What do the British like eating at the end of dinner?DessertAre the following aspects of school life mentioned in the article?teachers,classmates,friends,homework/assignments,s
14、ubjects,grades,timetable,activities,hobbies,customs,traditions,festivals,food,school facilitiesto introduce basic information on a topicExpository writing follows the same format:1.introduction of subject,2.examples,facts that develop or support the idea,3.conclusiona very enjoyable&exciting experie
15、nce.school hours 9am-3:30pmdevoting to study&achieve high gradehelpful Class teacher;favorite EL.teacher Miss Burkedifferent classroom and Ss for deferent classless heavy homework but challenging,got encouragementEnglish improved,using everydaycomputer club,send e-mails for freerequired subjects Mat
16、hs,English&Sciencelunch time,missing Chinese foodlucky to experience the different way of lifeintroductionexamplesconclusionThe Structure of the TextCareful reading重难点句式分析1.We also had different students in some classes,so it was a struggle for me to remember all the faces and names.(Para 3)连词so连接结果
17、状语从句：It is n./adj.(for sb.)to do.was形式主语真正主语上某些课的时候，班上的同学也不一样，所以对我来说记住所有人的面孔和名字可是一件难事。2.I found that the homework was not as heavy as what I used to get in my old school.(Para 4)that 所连接的宾语从句中含有一个用what引导的名词性从句what I used toget in my old school 作介词as的宾语。the homework that我发现这里布置的家庭作业不像我以前在原来学校时那么繁重。3.
18、My English improved a lot,as I used English every day and spent an hour each day reading English books in the library.(Para 5)1.as引导原因状语从句时表示附带说明的“双方已知的原因”。I went to bed early,as I was exhausted(筋疲力尽).As weve no money,we cant buy it.2.spent some time(in)doing sth.我天天都在使用英语，每天还花一个小时在图书馆里阅读英文书籍，因此，我的英
19、语有了很大进步。4.Though it did not look very beautiful when it was finished,I still liked it very much.(Para 6)尽管完工之后它看上去并不十分漂亮，但我仍然非常喜欢它。though引导让步状语从句,表示“虽然/尽管但是”，但却不能与but 连用。Though he tried hard,he still failed.Group WorkPost-reading activities 1.Suppose you are Wei Hua and you are making a call to tell
20、 your Chinese friend a day of school life in the UK.2.Suppose you are studying in the UK,which subjects will you like to take if you can choose?Why?Is it necessary for the students to learn another language?Why?DiscussionSuppose you have a chance to interview Wei Hua.Apart from the things you have b
21、een told,what other information would you like to know about her life and study in the UK?InterviewTime for reflection1.Whats the school life like in the UK?(such as teachers,classmates,homework,subjects,outdoor activities)2.Think about the meanings and usage:earn,challenging,encouragement,look back
22、(on),for free,a bit/little3.Can you tell the differences between skimming and scanning?Now 2 minutes to test your spelling.1.English-Chineseenjoyable,headmaster,encouragement,challenging,extra,for free,sound like2.Chinese-English经历，赚，尊敬，献身于，文学，奋斗，烹饪，喜欢When finished,exchange your papers to see who do
23、es the best.请点击School lifeSchool 1._:9am3:30pmSchool assembly:on the first day the 2._ of the school and the way to earn respectTeachers:Mr.Heywood is helpful.Miss Burke is my 3._ teacher.All my teachers 4._ me in my studies.Text reconstruction根据课本第23页的内容完成下面的表格，每空限填1词。注:另附 word 文档。点击此处链接hoursrulesf
24、avorite encourageClass:5._ size28 studentsClassroom:different ones for different classesHomework:less than what I got in China but 6._Subjects:English,History,English Literature,Computer Science,Math,etc.Spare time:7._ club lunch break extra 8._ class Tuesday evenings playing on the school field aft
25、er 9._ 10._ under a tree or sitting on the grassaverage challengingcomputerFrenchlunchrelaxingII.Task-based reading.注:另附 word 文档。点击此处链接Read the passage given and fill in each blank with a proper word.How to get used to high school lifeParagraph outlinesSupporting detailsMake friends.Friends can come
26、 to your help when you are in need.You should make friends with those who are(1)_ trusting.It is a must to defend your friendship.Dont ignore those youve met but dont know well.worth Be responsible.You need to be good at(2)_ right from wrong.You should learn to make right(3)_.Dont let your behaviors
27、 affect your grades,self-respect and honesty.telling decisions(4)_ school rules.You should(5)_ in class in time and keep quiet in class.You mustnt fight with others because its bad for you.Make(6)_ all the time.Dont forget something in class because it can(7)_ teaching and learning.List your necessa
28、ry study items mentally when you leave class.Obeyarrivepreparationsdisturb Improve learning methods.Be attentive in class and(8)_ class notes once a week.Dont(9)_ off your homework.(10)_ to your teachers or classmates for help when necessary.reviewput TurnPreview Word power about school facilities.P
29、review Grammar and usage to get some ideas about attributive clauses.1.Finish Language practice on page 86-89 of the Workbook.2.发挥想象，连词成文(50-100字)。enjoyable,headmaster,experience,earn,respect,average,encouragement,literature,struggle,challenging,extraRead the texts in Learning English.The more you read,the faster and better youll understand.When finished reading,write a Condensation in 100 words or so.
