新教材高中英语选择性必修一 unit2should we fight new technology知识点2学生

2019新人教高中英语选择性必修一Unit 2 Using Language1--Make predictions about future changes Teaching aims:1.Enable students to understand interviews that predict future technological life.2.Talk about the future of work and life with predictive language function projects.3.Express your own opinions after logically analyzing the impact of technology development in the future.Teaching key and difficult points:1.Help students to predict future technological life and learn the related sentences or phrases to express their curiosity.2.Enable students to logically express their opinions after analyzing the the technology’s influence on the future.Teaching procedures:StepⅠLead-inActivity 1Before you listen,look at the pictures.Think what these pictures show and match the words with the pictures.automationnanobotsglobal warmingartificial intelligence(AI)cloningSuggested answer:3 2 5 1 4Activity 2Discuss these questions in groups.(1)How do you think these events or such technology might develop in the future?__________________________________________________(2)What challenges might they bring?__________________________________________________(3)What opportunities might they bring?___________________________________________________Suggested answers:(1)No doubt,AI will develop to the point where humans and computers will be able to interface effortlessly.(2)With the development of AI,there may come a time when it becomes a real issue as to whether a computer or machine has in fact achieved consciousness,and whether,as a conscious being,it deserves the same rights as human beings.(3)AI may help us solve problems that are currently too big and overwhelming for us to solve on our own.For example,complex AI models may be able to use given data to develop a workable solution to global warming.StepⅠThe first listeningListen to a radio interview with Dr Han and Vincent Black giving their predictions about the future,and then fill in the table below.Name Occupation PredictionDr HanVincent BlackSuggested answers:Dr Han:computer scientist Computers will be cleverer than us and can thinklike humans,but they will do us no harm.Vincent Black:architect People will live in the cities floating above the sea.StepⅠ The second listeningActivity 1Listen and answer the questions.(1)What is the name of the radio programme?________________________________________________(2)What is the radio host’s concern about smart computers?________________________________________________(3)How can this problem be avoided according to Dr Han?________________________________________________Suggested answers:(1)Future Changes.(2)The host is worried that such computers will be dangerous.(3)By programming computers not to think in ways that may harm humans.Activity 2Listen to the conversation and fill in the blanks.(1)With global warming causing ,the sea level rising by many metres is a very .(2)I’ve developed a plan by that borrows many ideas from the giant water lily,a flower that .(1)polar ice to melt;realistic prospect(2)designing a city;floats on the waterStepⅠ TalkingActivity1 Work in pairs,and discuss whether Dr Han and Vincent Black’s predictions are possible.Why or why not?Suggested answer:I think Dr Han’s prediction is puters can never be cleverer than us.Because they are programmed by humans.I think Vincent Black’s prediction is likely to happen.Because of global warming,the sea level is rising.Some places will be flooded and the land is getting smaller.Hence,it is a good idea to build houses above the sea.Activity 2 In groups,brainstorm about the future.Discuss these points.future events or problems the world might facefuture technologieshow these things will change the way we livethe challenges and opportunities these things might bringActivity 3Imagine that you have a job that makes you an expert in the future.In pairs,interview each other about your jobs and predictions.You can use the following useful expressions:Suggested answer:M:Good afternoon,Ms Zhang.Thank you for agreeing to do this interview.W:I’d love to.M:First,we want to know whether the global warming will threaten our earth in the near future.W:Well,it seems that global warming is a big challenge now,but I can predict that by 2050,we will be able to decrease the carbon dioxide emission not only because humans already realized the necessity of protecting our climate but also because we will be using the environmental products which can replace the usage of coal and gas.M:What will the endangered wildlife be like then?W:My prediction is that people will spare no effort to live in harmony with the endangered wildlife.So I don’t doubt that the wildlife will be protected well.And we may have the opportunity to enjoy the nature together.2019新人教高中英语选择性必修一Unit 2 Using Language2--Welcome or reject future changes Teaching aims:1.Enable students to read magazine columns to understand their textual structure and linguistic characteristics.2.Learn how to ask questions,illustrate points and demonstrate ideas in an argumentative essay.3.Master the general method of argumentative writing.4.Write an argumentative essay on the pros and cons of future scientific and technological development.Teaching key points:1.Reflect on the different opinions about technological development.2.Write an argumentative essay on the pros and cons of future scientific and technological development.Teaching difficult points:1.Enable students to recognize and use the signposts and learn how to ask questions, illustrate points and demonstrate ideas in an argumentative essay.Teaching procedures:StepⅠLead-inActivity 1Look at the theme of this period(Welcome or reject future changes)and answer the following questions.(1)What’s your point of view on new technology?________________________________________________(2)What are some of the new devices or apps you have been using recently?Are they helpful or distracting?_________________________________________________Suggested answers:(1)As far as I am concerned, the new technology’s advantages over-weigh its disadvantages so I’m in favour of new technology.(2)I have been using WeChat, QQ and Alipay.I believe they are helpful to our daily life from communicating with our friends to paying without cash in the cashless society.Activity 2Look at the title(SHOULD WE FIGHT NEW TECHNOLOGY?)and answer the questions.(1)What do you think will be included in the passage?______________________________________________________(2)What kind of text is it?______________________________________________________Suggested answers:(1)It will talk about the question whether we should be positive or negative towards new technology.(2)It’s an argumentative essay.Step ⅠRead for the main informationActivity 1Read the text and then decide whether the statements on page 21 are true (T)or false (F).(1)A person died in an accident while driving a car.(2)The Amish avoid new technology because they do not want to have good lives.(3)Many disasters have been prevented by weather-tracking computer programmes.(4)Building large networks through social media helps us find new opportunities.(5)The author uses a health monitor to know how much exercise he/she needs.Suggested answer:(1)~(5) FFFTTActivity 2Answer the following questions about the text.(1)In which paragraphs does the author:·describe the issue?·give an opinion?·discuss the advantages?·discuss the disadvantages?(2)Why did the author decide to write about this topic?Step ⅠRead for detailsActivity 1Underline the signpost words or phrases in the text.（红色为学生作答部分）Paragraph 1:hence,neverthelessParagraph 2:on the one handParagraph 3:on the other hand,for example,moreoverParagraph 4:personally,neverthelessActivity 2How do these signpost words or phrases help tell us the purpose of the paragraphs?Suggested answers:They are used to introduce the pros and cons,and to introduce the author’s own opinion.Step ⅠRead for the structure and language featuresActivity 1Reflect on the function and signposts of each paragraph.SHOULD WE FIGHT NEW TECHNOLOGY?Paragraph Function SignpostParagraph 1introduce the topic hence,nevertheless Paragraph 2disadvantages on the one handParagraph 3advantages on the other hand,for example,moreover Paragraph 4the author’s opinion personally,neverthelessActivity 2Reread Paragraph 2~Paragraph 4,and find out the topic sentence and supporting evidence of each paragraph.SHOULD WE FIGHT NEW TECHNOLOGY?Paragraph Topic sentence Supporting evidence Paragraph 2Paragraph 3Paragraph 4Suggested answers:Paragraph 2There are many different groups of people around the world who live happily in the absence of new technology.◎They advocate a simple life with an emphasis on...◎The Amish’s quality of life is better since...Paragraph 3New technology has provided people everywhere with many benefits over the years.◎The latest weather-tracking computer...which saves many lives.◎The Internet has made it possible...◎It has also made finding ing social media.Paragraph 4I have benefited quite a lot from technological advances.◎I found my career as...◎My health monitor...◎I will always look on the positive side of change and accept it...Step ⅠPracticeWrite an argumentative essay about your opinions on technology.Activity 1Decide upon a topic.Topic:________________________________________________Activity 2List different opinions about robots.(1)Advantages:_____________________________________________________________(2)Disadvantages:_____________________________________________________________(3)The structure of your articleIntroduction paragraph:_________________________________________Body paragraph:_______________________________________________Closing paragraph:_____________________________________________Suggested answersActivity 1Should we advocate or fight against robots?Activity 2(1)Advantages:can do dangerous tasks for human beings;can improve the efficiency of work;can make our daily life easier.(2)Disadvantages:lead to people’s poor creativity,flexibility and self-motivation;make people out of work.(3)Introduction paragraph:different opinions and the thesis statementBody paragraph:advantages and disadvantages of the advanceClosing paragraph:restatement of the writer’s opinionActivity 3Use the checklist to check and improve your draft.Use the checklist to give feedback on your partner’s draft.signposts used to help the reader understand the purpose of each paragraph?Activity 4Your revised compositionShould we advocate or fight against robots?Suggested answer:Should we advocate or fight against robots?The robot is playing an important role in both industry and our daily life,butpeople’s opinions about robots differ.On the one hand,some people think that robots are very important to human’s future development.For example,they can do dangerous tasks for human beings.Moreover,they are helpful to improve the efficiency of work.On the other hand,others think that they are dangerous and have negative effects on society.For example,robots may lead to people’s poor creativity,flexibility and self-motivation.In my opinion,the advantages prevail over the disadvantages as long as we can use them properly.。

Unit 2 Onwards and upwards 三言两语1. Anxious all the time, I was unable to keep focused for more than an hour at a time.2. If there is one thing that upsets me, it's my forgetfulness.3. The failure was a big blow to him, but he wasn't discouraged and soon got as enthusiastic as ever. 1. 在课上，他总是努力不让我们感到厌烦或尴尬。

He always tries hard not to make us bored or embarrassed in class.2. 她无忧无虑，积极乐观，是那种用微笑给别人带来快乐的人。

Lighthearted and optimistic, she is the sort of woman to spread sunshine to people through her smile.核心单词[默写识记]根据汉语释义写出单词1. debt n.债务，欠款2. pace n.速度；进度3. inform v.通知，告知4. rejection n.拒绝，否决5. manuscript n.手稿，底稿6. classic n.名著；经典作品7. outcome n.结果，后果8. guarantee v.保证；确保2. persevere v.锲而不舍，坚持不懈3. revelation n.展现，显示4. dread v.畏惧，惧怕5. amid prep. 在……之中6. haunt n. (某人)常去的地方7. mighty adj.强有力的；雄伟的8. orchestra n. (大型的)管弦乐队9. perfume n.香味10. relish n.享受，乐趣11. companionship n.友谊；友好交往12. descend v.降临；来临13. endurance n. (忍)耐力14. fingertip n.指尖15. pageant n.盛大的(露天)演出熟词生义1. (2020·天津卷)Thanks to the Silence Machine, a British invention, you can get rid of the sound without upsetting the boy or his parents.打扰2. Besides, I have such a good command of English that I am elected as assistant to my English teacher.指定高频短语短语应用1. stick to 坚持2. take... for example 以……为例3. turn down 拒绝4. along with 连同[语境运用1]填入一个适当的词1. Now and then I like to walk along the beach and forget my problems.2. I have been on good terms with Li Tao教材原句背诵句式仿写应用1. not... until...“I wasn't going to give up until every single publisher turned me down, but I often feared that would happen，”she later posted. 直到老师进来学生们才停止讲话。

第二单元测评(时间:120分钟满分:150分)第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5 段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后,你都有10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

M:How much did you pay for the used television?W:200 dollars.M:200 dollars for a piece of junk like that?That’s a rip-off!1.What does the man mean?A.What the woman bought isn’t worth so much money.B.What the woman bought is really a bargain.答案AM:Did you hear that?The drought conditions are severe!There’s a lot of death,dying,and suffering out there!W:I heard that,but it’s not surprising actually,because we haven’t had as much rain as normal this year.答案BM:I’m fed up with my roommate.We’re supposed to share the groceries,but I end up feeding him three meals a day.I really can’t afford it any longer.W:I know how you feel.Maybe you just want to have a heart-to-heart talk with him.If he refuses to mend his ways,then ask him to move out.3.What does the woman suggest the man do?A.Have a talk with his roommate.B.Be honest and share the groceries.答案AW:John,tell me about your day.What time do you wake up?M:Well,some days I wake up early.Maybe about 6 o’clock.But other days,maybe I’ll sleep in until 10:00 or 11:00.How about you,Sarah?W:Well,I like everyday to be the same.So I wake up everyday at 8 o’clock.First,I make coffee right away.Then we have breakfast together at about 8:30.4.When does the woman wake up?A.At about 6:00.B.At 8:00.答案BB.Boxing.C.Football.第二节(共15 小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

选择性必修第一册Unit 2Looking into the Future 主题语境：人与社会(科学与技术)【话题词汇】1.telesurgery n. 远程手术2.available adj. 可利用的3.accessible adj. 易接近的，易得到的4.breakthrough n. 重大突破5.fundamental adj. 根本的，十分重大的6.material n. 材料，原料7.replace v. 取代8.potential adj. 潜在的，可能的9.predict v. 预言，预告，预测10.significance n. 意义，重要性11.systematic adj. 系统的，有条理的12.transform v. 改造，改革，变换13.update v. 更新；使现代化14.simplify v. 使简化，使简易15.automatic adj. 自动的16.electronic adj. 电子的【话题短语】1.bring convenience to life 给生活带来便利2.make people's life easier 使人们的生活变得更容易3.environmental friendly energy 环保能源4.global warming 全球变暖5.lead to people being lazy 使人们变懒6.heavy reliance on machines 过度依赖机器7.intelligent appliances 智能家电8.faster and more comfortable means of transportation更快捷舒适的交通方式9.improve the quality of life for humans提高人们的生活质量10.be connected to 与……相连【话题佳句】1.With the natural resources running out, I will drive my flying machine powered by solar energy.因为自然资源的耗尽，我将驾驶由太阳能驱动的飞行器。

Part2Learning About Language&Using Language基础过关练Ⅰ.单词拼写1.Our government has taken effective measures to fight against violent(犯罪活动).2.I'm sure that(人工的)intelligence will have a promising future.3.Nobody could(预测)the final result.4.These are examples of natural(克隆).5.The weather(预报)said there would be a heavy rain tonight.Ⅱ.选词填空1.We are supposed to the building surrounding architecture together to form an effective system.2.We will probably remote-controlled houses.3.Once bitten by insects,this kind of tree a particular smell.4.We at6:00this morning,and the roads were empty.5.I'll be in London at this time next week.6.I often with my friends in the street on weekends.Ⅲ.单句语法填空1.You must ensure their(secure)when you take the children to the park.2.In recent years,an English word“infosphere” has appeared,(combine)the sense of“information” and“atmosphere”.3.It's hard(predict)what will happen in the future.4.Please state your name,age and(occupy)below.5.Thanks to the(advance)technology,our life becomes more convenient.6.Houses with advanced appliances will keep us(security)and healthy.7.Exercise is(benefit)to health,so we should spare some time to do exercise every day.8.This is a(challenge)role for an inexperienced performer.9.It is possible that this technological fantasy will come true in the(distance) future.Ⅳ.完成句子1.为这些幸存者提供食物和水是重要的。

Unit2 LOOKING INTO THE FUTURE词汇-情景破知识点1persuade vt. 劝说；说服For example ，the phrase in my opinion tells us that the passage is likely meant to persuade. （教材P14）例如，“在我看来”这个短语告诉我们这篇文章很可能是用来说服人的。

情景导学We will persuade our teacher to give up smoking. 我们将说服我们的老师戒烟。

His family persuaded him into taking the job. 他的家人说服他接受了这份工作。

I persuaded him of its truth. 我使他相信了这是真的。

归纳拓展①. persuade sb. sth. / persuade sb. sth. 说服某人做某事②. persuade sb. not to do sth. / persuade sb. out of doing. sth. 说服某人不要做某事③. persuade sb. of. . . / persuade sb. that. . .链接高考单句语法填空1-1(2017北京，完形填空，★★)She began to host" Big Bosses" lunches ,where she would try to persuade local business leaders (contribute ) to the cause.1-2(★★)At first, they were refused, but once they were able ( persuade)them that there was money to be made ,the project took off.1-3(★★) Perri enjoys the occasional small luxury，but has not been successful at trying to persuade her mother enjoying even the tiniest thing she likes.知识点2 |distant adj. 遥远的；远处的；疏远的；心不在焉的However ，in the not-too-distant future，we will be living in smart homes that will lock the door for us when we are away and remember to switch off the TV when we forget. （教材P14）然而，在不久的将来，我们将生活在智能家居中，当我们离开的时候，它们会为我们锁上门，当我们忘记（关掉电视）的时候，它们会记得关掉电视。