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Unit oneRedefine the Image and Value of Beauty Background Information1.ModelA model‟s job is to show clothes, hairstyles etc. by wearing the at fashion shows or for photographs. Instinctively. Models need to possess more than just beauty to have worldwide appeal. The natural, healthy, and casually elegant style is seen as the perfect backdrop to complement their beauty. Models are often found and organized by companies. Take New York Model Management as an example. Opened in 1995 in New York City, New York Model Management is a young, dynamic professional modeling agency committed to promoting top talent and exciting new faces to the fashion industry. It searches throughout the world for undiscovered talent, intent upon its to turn unknown models into international stars. It has a group of agents and personal managers who are highly experienced, knowledgeable, and have keen eyes for the cutting edge in the world of fashion. New York Management‟s international staff brings a wealth of fashion savvy and experience to anticipate trends in fashion --- and to help define the next look to embody that trend. With New York ModelManagement‟s models consistently appearing in the fashion world‟s most important and avant-garde magazines, leaders in high fashion look to the agency for models that help create the look they want.2.Paris MatchFrench magazine. The reader can find all the latest news on the stars, royal families in Europe, the photo of the day and photojournalism.3.Topic-related words or phrases:Fashion: a style of clothes, hair etc that is popular at a particular timeFashion show: an occasion when a lot of clothes are brought together in one place so that people can come and look at them Language points:Lines1—10 :1.Redefine the image and value of beautyImage : the general opinion of a person, organization, product, etc., held by the publicExamples:A. How can I improve my image?B. Great efforts have been made to improve the public image of the government.Unit twoSurfing‟s Up and Grades Are Down Language Points1.Sufing‟s Up and Grades Are DownSurf: scan everything on television or the Internet for something that is interesting or fills a needExampleFor more information, surf www.lge.co.kr2.…as colleges charge into the digital age…----…as colleges move into the new age of technology…3.… counselors are discovering a troubling side effect.----…new problems caused by new technology are being discovered by counselors.4.A growing number of students are letting computersoverwhelm their lives.---- More and more students are spending too much time on computers.Overwhelm: weigh down; submergeExamplesA.The whole stadium was overwhelmed by the audience‟sapplause.B.The whole nation was overwhelmed by the news of theirgreat leader‟s death.5.More and more students are losing themselves in this.----Students continue to let computers guide their lives, everyday more students allow this to happen. 6.…planning to include them in freshman orientationprograms.----…planning to introduce some suggestions to the new students.7.Some universities now are imposing limits on the timestudents spend each day, or each week, on campus computers.Impose on: force the acceptance ofExamplesA.Many tasks have been imposed on the new employees inthe company.B.Many factories impose limits on the time the workersspend in meeting their visitors.8.It‟s very accessible on campuses…---- It‟s very easy to get on campuses…accessible: able to be reached, used, visited, etc,ExamplesA.In big cities, telephone is accessible on every street.B.According to the rule, reference books are not accessible tothe students in the final examination.9.We‟re seeing some of them really drift off into this world atthe expense of practically everything else.1)drift: to away without aim, purpose or self-controlExamplesA.In big cities, telephone is accessible in every street.B.According to the rule, reference books are notaccessible to the students in the final examination.2)at the expense of : causing loss, damage, etc.ExamplesA.He made his great achievements in his field at theexpense of his marriage.B.The company decided to give up cooperating withthe foreign firm at the expense of large profits eachyear.10.C ampus officials say that communicating on the Internet orroaming the huge universe of information on the World Wide Web holds an especially powerful lure for many college students…Roam: travel without any definite aim or destination over or through sth; now the word often means “browse”.ExamplesA.He settled down in his birthplace after more than twentyyears of roaming overseas.B.The traveler decided to roam all over the world.11.B ut for students having trouble establishing social ties atlarge universities, …Have trouble (in) doing sth.: have difficulty (in) doing sth. ExamplesA.The leader had trouble in convincing the workers of thecorrectness of his ideas.B.The group of boys had no trouble climbing onto the top ofthe hill.12.…, it also poses an array of new risks.---- …, it also causes many new problems they have never had before.1)pose: create; bive rise toExamplesA.The increasing number of visitors has posed manynew problems for the museums.B.The new policy of the party has posed unexpectedpolitical issues in the country.2)An array of: a series ofExamplesA.The have chosen a fine array of tools from whatwere displayed.B.An array of statistics proved that the new machinecould greatly reduce the cost of production.13.S ome students, they say, are putting too much emphasis onelectronic relationships, are neglecting course work, and, ina few instances, …Put/lay/place emphasizes on: attach importance to; value ExamplesA.Many learners of English put too much importance on thestudy of grammar, ignoring listening, speaking and reading.B.The girl who lives next door to me puts much emphasis onher appearance.14.…,are even being cheated out of money by e-mail strangersthey have come to trust.----…, they were cheated of their money by the strangers through e-mail, whom they began to believe in.15.T here can be a real sense of isolation on a large campus, …---- Students may feel lonely in a large campus,…16.B ut some go overboard.Go overboard: become too much attracted to---- But some spend all their time on computers. 17.…balance many social needs they try to have fulfilled bycomputers.---- The students now tend to have everything done by computers while ignoring personal contact with the society, so we are helping them overcome this tendency.Fulfill: perform or complete a task, duty, etc,; do what is requiredExamplesA.We young men should fulfill the tasks given by the Party.B.The little boy has already understood he must fulfill hismother‟s expectations.18.…she began noticing some of the same problems arise lastyear in individual and group therapy sessions.---- When students have personal problems arise last year in individual and group therapy sessions.---- When students have personal problems with their life they will go and talk to a counselor or a few students will to together to talk to a counselor.Arise: come into existence; present itself; come into notice ExamplesA.New problems will undoubtedly arise when we come tocarry out the programme .B.If the need should arise, I could accompany you to theparty.19.S ome of them, …considered a computerized forum theonly setting in which they could express themselves or relate well to others.----Some students, …considered a computerized forum the only setting in which they could express themselves or relate well to others.---- Some students, …are able to communicate with others only by the computer instead of face-to-face talk.20.A few students told her of dropping or flunking coursespartly because they were so preoccupied with the Internet.1)party because: in some degree due toExamplesA.Michael failed in the test partly because he had abad cold recently.B.I declimed to attend her birthday party partlybecause I had overworked that day.2)be preoccupied with: thinking about sth. A lot, so thatyou do not pay attention to other thingsExamplesA.The young father was much preoccupied with hisfamily troubles.B.As soon as the speaker opened his speech, we wereall preoccupied with his fresh ideas and eloquence.21.O thers confessed to trying to get multiple computeraccounts with the university to avoid its forty-hour-a-week rule.Confess: say or admit (that one has done wrong); acknowledgeExamplesA.The boy confessed to his mother it was he who had brokenthe window.B.The thief refused to confess his theft.22.… twice as many students as usual----seventy-five, mostlyfreshmen ----did not return for classes there this spring.---- … the number of students who did not return for classes doubled.23.O ther campuses are studying similar moves.---- Others campuses are thinking about the same steps.Unit TwoKeyhole Surgery----A Kinder CutLanguage Points1.The development of so-called keyhole surgery means thatthe surgeon‟s knife many soon disappear altogether as it is replaced by miniature cameras, microsopic scissors and staplers.1)development: the act or an instance of developing;the process of being developedexamplesA.This company is in urgent need of a competentResearch & development manager.B.It will not take China very long time to finish thedevelopment of ultrapowerful computer.2)replace: take the place of ; be substituted forExamplesA.The producer refused to replace any actor at thistime.B.Angry customers urged the supermarket toimmediately replace defective air-conditioners soldto them with good ones.2.Instead of making long cuts in the patient‟s body, surgeonslook at the site through an …endoscope‟, or operating telescope.Instead of : as a substitute or altemative to; in place ofExamplesA.Upon graduation from college, Francis chose to join thearmy instead of getting a job.B.Instead of arranging marketing reaearch, the generalmanager decided to resort to a marketing expert.3.As long as the operation is carried out skillfully by anexperienced surgeon, …1)as long as : provided that; if onlyexamplesA.I won‟t mind your doing that as long as you makeup for it.B.China will sooner or later become one of the mostpowerful nations as long as it sticks to the policy ofreform and opening up to the outside world.2)carry out: put (ideas, instrutions, etc,) into practiceA.In my opinion, Leonardo is the best person to carryout this task.B.China will keep carrying out the policy of reformand opening up to the outside world.4.Minimal access surgery is a real breakthrough, …Breakthrough: a major advance or discoveryExamplesA.It‟s really a breakthrough that every one of us isequipped with a computer.B.Gene therapy is really a mdical breakthrough.5.… says Alf Cuschieri, a leading endoscopic surgeon.Leading: chief; most importan; very experienced and well-knownExamplesA.IBM is a leading computer manufacturer in the world.B.These are the leading topics of the hour.6.The viewing technology that allows coctors to see what ishapping deep inside the human body has been borrowed from the aerospace industry.1)allow sb. To do sth. : permit a person to do sth.ExamplesA.Students are not allowed to leave without gettingprior permission.B.We only allow you to attend one make-up test.Cf.: allow doing: permit a thing to happen or be done,etc.ExamplesA.Smoking is not allowed here.B.In order to overthrow the existing Iraqi authority,the US government allows directly financing Iraq‟soppositions.2)borrow sth. From: adopt or take over sth. As one‟sown.ExamplesA.This sentence is borrowed from a play ofShakerpeare.B.The scientists had to borrow some formulate frommathematics to illustrate this point.7.Although in the 1960s flexible scopes were developed bytechnicians in order to check engine interiors without them having to be taken apart, …Take apart: dismantleExamplesA.Don‟t take this machine apart unless you very familiarwith its mechanism.B.This naughty boy likes taking apart every toy hisparents bought him.8.…;they are equipped with minute television cameras.1)be equipped with: be supplied with what is neededexamplesA.Our office is equipped with several computer forour convenience.B.To do this job well, you must be equipped withsome knowledge of management.2)minute: very smallexamplesA.It‟s only a minute number.B.Minute mistakes are numan nature.9.An image of the operaition amplified 8 times is transmittedby the camera onto a strategically placed TV screen.---- The operaition can be watched on television properly placed.Transmit: pass or hand on; transferExamplesA.transmit the messageB.Do you know how this disease is transmitted?10.D octors and nurses needn‟t crowd round to peer into thewound.Peer: look keenly or with difficultyExamplesA.peer at the traffic lightsB.peer into the distance11.E nstead, they keep their eyes on the screen and work withstraight backs and plenty of elbouroom.----They watch TV and don‟t have to bend over the patient with many other doctors and nurses crowded around the patient.Keep one‟seye on: pqy attention to ; keep alertExamplesA.The intermational community should keep its eyes onUS‟ hegemonic intentions and actions.B.Every time you write a paper, you should keep youreyes on spelling.12.A s surgeons cannot work in the dark, light is beamed intothe area of the body being operated on through optical fibres…Beam: transport or transmit in or as if in beams or rays;transmit (a signal) in a particular direction.ExamplesA.This program is beamed to Australia and New Zealandat 12:00 daily.B.The satellite beamed thousands of pictures to the earthduring the time of its service.13.K eyhole surgeons hope that it will be possible for patientsto have their operations performed by robots small enough to crawl through the patient‟s body.1) have sth. Done: let sth. Be done (by others)examplesA.I‟m going to have my hair cut tomorrow.B.Sir, do you want to have your shoes polished?2) crawl: move slowly, esp.on hands and kneesexamplesA.The little boy crawls around the room.B.The snake has crawled into its hole.14.D espite the fact that, until now, even the smallest robotshave been too large to be exploited in endoscopic surgery, …Too…to…: to a greater extent than is desirable, permissible, or possible for a specified or understood puposeExamplesA.He is too excited to go on with his story.B.This machine is too heavy to be moved.15.…, in Massachusets the Institute of Tedchnology‟sArtificial Intelligence and Robotics Laboratory is working on ever-smaller micro-robots.16.T hexe robots could be used for filming, gaking biopsyspecimerns or on-the spot analysis.1)be used for (doing) sth.: be used for the purpose of(doing) sth.ExamplesA.In some areas, hamboo is used for making chairs,tables and even beds.B.This book can be used for supplementary reading.Cf.: be used to do sth.Be used to doing sth.ExamplesA.This materical can be used to make aeroplanes.B.I‟m not used to sleeping after lunch.2)on-the-spot: being at the scene of an action or eventexamplesa.In urgent cases, everyone should makeon-the-spot decisions by himself.b.His main responsibility is to offer on-the-spotdirection.17.O ne of the most exciting future developments involvestelesurgery. Where doctors will operae by remote control.1)involve: cause (a person or thing ) to participate, orshare the experience or effect (of a situation,activity, etc)examplesA.Being a salesman involves going out frequently.B.The completion of this hard task involveseveryone‟s participation and support.2)remote control: control of a machine or apparatusfrom a distance by means of signals transmittedfrom a radio or electronic device; such a device examplesA.Nowadays many aeronautics experiments can bedone through remote control.B.Tom found that the new air-conditioner hepurchased lacked the corresponding remote control.18.S ome believe that such techniques will have been perfectedin the next ten years or so.1)perfect: make perfect; improveexamplesA. One can perfect himself by being trained or byself-training.B.If more attention is paid to the location of the railway station, the layout of the city will be perfected a lot.2)or so( after a quantity or a number ) or thereaboutsexamplesA.He has been here for ten days or so.B.It will be OK if you send me five pieces or so.Unit ThreeWork in AmericaLanguage Points1.It is not surprising that modern childern tend to look blank and dispirited when informed that they will someday have to “go to work and make a living.”---… look uninterested and unhappy when told that…1)blank: expressionless; without understanding; without interestexamplesA.The teacher‟s scolding drew a blank lookfrom the student.B.The victim was still in shock and had ablank expression on his face.2)dispirit: discourageexamplesA.These words dispirited the boy and he beganto cry.B.The victim was still in shock and had a blankexpresion on his face.3)inform: tell; give knowledge toexamplesC.We were informed that our conditions couldbe accepted by the company we didbusiness with.D.Don‟t forget to inform me of the latestdevelopments of the project.4)someday: at a date in the futureexamplesE.our dreams will come true someday.F.If we don‟t take measures early to protedour environment, the earth will be destroyedsomeday.2. The problem is that they cannot visualize what work is in America.----… they do not know…visualize: bring sth. As a picture befor the mindExamplesA.It is very hard for young children to visualize how peoplein ancient times lived.B.Can you visualize what difficulties we will encounter whenwe carry out the new policy?3. …that a child could come to grips with…----… that a child could understand…4. …it is a safe bet that the average systems analyst is as confused about what a space salesman does at the shop as the average space salesman is about the tools needed to analyze a system.A safe bet: sth. That is certain to happenExamplesA.It is a safe bet that they will lose the game.B.They consider it a safe bet that their proposal will beapproved by the committee.5. The machines that make things make them in such a fashion that they will quickly fall apart in such a way that repairs will be prohibitively expensive.Fall apart: collapse; break into piecesExamplesA.His wife did everything she could to keep the family fromfalling apart.B.The old shelf fell apart because of too many books.6. In effect, the machines are making junk.In effect: in fact; really; for practical purposeExamplesA.He didn‟t pass the exam. In effect, he had alreadydetermined to quit school.B.They refused to carry out the scheme. In effect, hisproposal turned out to be a failure.7. The handful of people remotely associated with these machines can, of course, tell their curious children “Daddy makes junk”.---- The few people who use these machines at their jot.8. Constructed as a piece of junk, the building will bediscarded when it wears out, and another piece of junk will be set in its place.---- …when the building becomes old, it will be destroyed and a new one will be built there.1)discard: throw out or away; put aside, giveup ( sth. Useless or unwanted)ExamplesA.We must discard the old-fashinoed idea that a woman‟sinnocence is a kind of virtue.B.When spring comes, my old winter overcoat wil bediscarded.2)wear out: make or become useless,exhaustedExamplesA.Heavy traffic can wear out the surface of aroad.B.The newly bought shoes soon wore out.9. What is a child to make of all this?---- Can a child understand all of this?10. His father may be so eminent that he lunchers with other men about paper.---- His father may be so important that he has lunch withother men about paper.1)eminent: distinguished; well-known and respectedexamplesA.The young speaker is eminent for his poetry.B.After many years of practice, the girl became eminentas a pianist.2)lunch: have lunch; provide luch forExamplesA.Students often lunch at school canteens.B.The hostess lunched the guest at an expensiverestaurant.11. Perhaps he makes an angry red mark on paper.---- Maybe he angrily makes a red mark on paper.12. It beats me.---- I don‟t know.13.Something that has to do with making junk, I think.Have sth. To do with: be related toExamplesA.Our victory has a great deal to do with proper strategies.B.His losing temper had aomething to do with the secretary‟sabsence from the conference.Unit fourSuzhout: Its Gardens and Embroidery Language Points1.With a network of rivers, canals and lakes the whole area isknown as the “water country” wouth of the Yangtze River as well as the “ land of fish and rice”.1)be known as : be publicly acknowledged asexamplesA.Amstralia is known as “ the country on the back ofsheep”.B.George Washington is known as the founder of theUSA.1)as well as: in addition toexamplesA.One should know as well as love his motherland.B.The child is lively as well as heallthy.2.The old city proper has retained even to this day theancient form of streets running in parallel with canals crossed by hundreds of bridges…1)proper: (usu. Placed after noun) strictly socalled; real; genuineexamplesA.The dictionary proper contains about 2,500pages.B.Piping doesn‟t belong to architecture proper.Cf.: proper: accurate, corredExamplesA.in the proper sense of the wordB.You have to give him the proper amount.2)retain: keep possesssion of ; not lose; continue tohaveExamplesA.You should eliminate the false and retain the true.B.Regular exercises can let you always retain youryouthful vitality.2)in paralled with: being side by side and having thesame distance continuously betweenExamplesA.This house is in strict parallel with that one.B.Jack randomly drew several lines in parallelwith one anlther.3.Inside and outside the city are scattered many classicalgardens, over a dozen of which are bding preserved as historical monuments open to the public.1)scatter: throw here and there; strewexamplesA.My hometown is scattered with many beautifullakes and pools.B.Don‟t scatter the road with gravel.2)a dozen of : more than tenexamplesC.More than a dozen of students have passed CETBand-4 in our class.D.To be conferred academic degree, you have tocomplete a dozen of courses.3)preserve: maintain ( a thing ) in its existing stateexamplesA.This Ming temple should be preserved as ahistoric relic.B.We should preserve forests for the good of thenext generation.4. They represent the cream of traditional Chinese landscape architecture that integrates poetr4y, painting, and landscape gardening.----They represent the best of traditional Chinese landscape architecture that combines poetry, painting and landscaping together.1)represent: stand forexamplesA.Although the two candidates running forpresidency represent different political parties,their viewx on important issues are suprisinglyalike. represents the United Kingdom and USrepresents the United States.2)integrate: vombine (parts) into a wholeExamplesA.Maybe it‟s helpful to ingegrate his idea intoyour final report.B.It is urgent that coutries in this area more fast.5. …have not only been declared national monuments, but have beenlisted by the United Nations as World Cultural Heritage.1)not only…but (also) …: a structureexpressing the latter part is/does the same asthe former part in a specified aspectexamplesA.Not only does the decision concem us, it‟salso a matter of concen to all of you.B.Jim has been to not only the Arctic Oceanbut also the Antarctic Continent.3)list: enter in a listExamplesA.Please don‟t list my name on the sheet ofcandidates.B.Deserts in northwest China are listed asregions to be exploited this year.6. …where mulberry trees abound and the warm climate is suitable to raise 4 crops of cocoons.Abound: be plentiful; be fich; teem or be infestedExamplesA.Malaysia abounds in rubber and tin.B.It is not true that our country abounds in resources whenprpulation is concerned.7. The famous Song Brocade originated some 800 years ago in Suzhou.Originate: cause to begin, initiate, beginExamplesA.It still remains a secrete where American Indiansoriginated.B.Both the Yellow River and the Yangtze River originatdfrom the same plateau.8. The export of natural silk from (…) Suzhou accounts for about 20% of that from the whole of China.Account for: wupply or make up a specified proportion of ExamplesA.Rent accounts for 50% of expenditure.B.China‟s population accounts for about one fourth of that ofthe whole world.9. Very closely related to the silk industry is the art of silk embroidery…be related to: have some connection withexamplesA.problems related to housingB.Our future is closely related to that of our country.10. The Chinese embroidery falls chiefly into four major schools, among which Xuzhou embroidery is undoubtedly the best.----There are mainly four different styles of embroidery manufacture in China, and Xuzhou emboridery is the best. Fall into: (can) be divided intoExamplesA.The lecture given by that famous scientist falls into twoparts.B.In China minority nationalities mainly fall into 56 differentones.11. … the artist would split the thread into 40 strands and usea single strand to embroider the delicate tail of goldifsh. Split…into…: break or cause to break forcibly into parts, esp. into halves or along the grain.ExamplesA.split a log into several piecesB.split a compound into its elements12. Some stitches are particularly suited for reproducing oil paintings and photos of portraits.1)be suited for : be well fitted forExamplesA.He is the best one suited for this task.B.Summer is a season suited for swimming.2)reproduce: produce a copy or representation ofExamplesA.reproduce a face on canvasB.These young actors decided to reproduce Shakespeare‟sThe Merchant of Venice on the stage.13. The modernization goes side by side with protection of the traditional pattern of streets and canals…side by side: standing close together, esp, for mutual support. ExamplesA.History proves that socialism and capitalism can exist sideby side.B.They walked out of the cinema, side by side.14. the appeal of this city has gome deep into its outlooks, its people, and the things they produce.Go into: enter; go to stay inExamplesA.go deep into one‟s heartB.The feeling of regret goes deep ingo his mind.。

专科大学英语教材完整版Unit 1: Introduction to English Learning1.1 The Importance of English LearningIn this unit, we will discuss the significance of learning English in today's globalized world. English has become the most widely used language in various fields, such as business, science, and technology. It is crucial for students to acquire English language skills to enhance their career prospects and engage with the international community.1.2 Setting Learning GoalsTo effectively learn English, it is essential to set achievable goals. This section will guide students in setting specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. By establishing clear objectives, students can focus their efforts and track their progress throughout the learning process.1.3 Learning StrategiesThis section introduces various learning strategies that can be employed to improve English language skills. Strategies such as reading extensively, listening to authentic materials, engaging in conversations, and practicing writing will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to identify the strategies that work best for them and incorporate them into their daily English learning routine.Unit 2: Building Vocabulary and Grammar Skills2.1 Expanding VocabularyIn this unit, students will learn effective strategies to expand their English vocabulary. It includes techniques such as reading extensively, using context clues, creating word associations, and utilizing online resources. Furthermore, students will be introduced to essential vocabulary related to common topics, such as education, travel, and technology.2.2 Understanding Grammar StructuresThis section focuses on the basic grammatical structures in English. Students will learn about parts of speech, sentence structures, verb tenses, and common grammatical errors to avoid. Through practice exercises, they will develop a solid foundation in English grammar and improve their overall language proficiency.2.3 Vocabulary and Grammar IntegrationThis unit emphasizes the integration of vocabulary and grammar skills. Students will learn how to apply their knowledge of grammar rules to construct grammatically correct sentences and use appropriate vocabulary. Practical exercises and communicative activities will be provided to reinforce their understanding and application of vocabulary and grammar in real-life situations.Unit 3: Developing Listening and Speaking Skills3.1 Improving Listening ComprehensionIn this unit, students will enhance their listening skills by engaging with various audio materials, such as dialogues, interviews, and speeches. They will practice active listening techniques, note-taking, and understanding different accents and intonations. Furthermore, strategies to improvelistening comprehension, such as predicting, summarizing, and inferring information, will be discussed.3.2 Enhancing Speaking FluencyThis section focuses on developing students' speaking fluency and accuracy. Through interactive speaking activities, such as role-plays, debates, and presentations, students will improve their spoken English skills. Emphasis will be placed on pronunciation, intonation, and effective communication strategies.3.3 Oral Communication in Real-life SituationsThis unit will provide opportunities for students to use their listening and speaking skills in real-life situations. They will engage in simulations of everyday conversations, such as ordering food in a restaurant, making phone calls, and participating in group discussions. Students will also learn effective strategies for overcoming communication barriers and developing cultural awareness.Unit 4: Reading and Writing Skills4.1 Developing Reading ComprehensionIn this unit, students will enhance their reading comprehension skills through a variety of authentic texts, such as newspaper articles, short stories, and academic passages. They will learn strategies to effectively skim, scan, and comprehend the main ideas and supporting details. Additionally, vocabulary expansion and inference skills will be emphasized.4.2 Enhancing Writing SkillsThis section focuses on improving students' writing skills in English. It covers different types of writing, including narratives, descriptive essays, argumentative essays, and formal letters. Students will learn how to structure their writing, develop coherent paragraphs, and effectively express their ideas. Furthermore, grammar and vocabulary usage in writing will be emphasized.4.3 Writing for Academic PurposesIn this unit, students will learn academic writing skills required for further studies. They will understand the structure of essays, research papers, and reports. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, conducting research, citing sources, and presenting arguments in an academic context.Conclusion:The comprehensive English textbook for specialized colleges provides a systematic approach to learning the English language. It covers the key aspects of English learning, including vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. By following the content and engaging in the practice exercises, students will develop their language proficiency and achieve their learning goals.。

《大学英语》高职高专版B1-Unit1Unit 2 Self-IntroductionAims and RequirementsⅠ. Language Focus1. Communicative Focus自我介绍，涉及姓名、爱好、外貌、身高、体重等2. Focal Words and Expressionscharge, club, file, form, hesitate, hobby, lucky, monitor, overweight, painting, qualified, share, whenever, guest professor, in good health, be skilled in doing sth.3. Focal Functions and Patterns1) Hello! May I introduce myself?Good morning, everyone! I'd like to introduce myself to you.First of all, let me introduce myself to you.2) My name is (Lizzy). I'm from (South Africa).I'm (Wu Yong). I'm (the monitor of the class).I'm (Helen Waters). Please call me (Helen).I'm (an American).3) I like (football) very much. I want to become (a member of the club).I'm interested in (literature) very much. I intend to (study in this class).I'm a qualified (typist). I hope to (work in your company).4) My father is (an Englishman) and my mother is (a Canadian).I have an elder (sister) and a younger (brother).My father is (tall) and my mother is (short).5) I'm (196cm) tall and I weigh (90kg).I'm (170cm) tall and perhaps a little bit (overweight).6) I have (brown curly) hair and (blue) eyes.We have (black) hair, (black) eyes, and (yellow) skin.I'm in (good) health and can (run very fast).7)I like (Chinese culture) so much that my hobbies are (Chinese painting andBeijing Opera).I enjoy (Chinese food) very much and I'm skilled in (using chopsticks).8) I was born in (England) and then we moved to (the States).I spent my childhood in (the countryside) and then we moved (to the city).Ⅱ. Skills Development1. Listening and Speaking熟读对话与课文，背诵课文对话语句，并能就课文内容进行问答。

Unit 1 Greeting People You Meet for the First timeAims and RequirementsI. Language Focus1. Communicative Focus2. Focal Words and Expressions:chief, delicious, department, employee, engineer, expert, receptionist,technical, term, have a good journey, have one's lunch, joint venture, have the honor3. Focal Functions and Patterns:1) Hi, how do you do?I'm glad to meet you.2) Good morning / afternoon / evening. Long time nosee.Yeah, it's been a long time. Too long.I have missed you very much.I haven't seen you for years/ages.3) Hi! How are you?Hello! How are thing withyou?Hey! How are youdoing?4) Fine, thanks. And you?I'm very well, thank you. Andyou?OK. How about you?Not bad. And you?5) Thank you.Thank you for coming to meetme.That's very kind ofyou.You are welcome.6) Have a good journey.Let's (give her a warm welcome).7) I have the honor to introduce (Professor Waters).It's a pleasure for us (to have Prof. Waters as our English teacher here).8) (Prof. Waters) is a good teacher.(Prof. Waters) is really an expert in English teaching.(Prof. Waters) has taught students in many countries.II. Skills Development1. Listening and Speaking (听说)熟读对话与课文，背诵课文对话语句，并能就课文内容进行问答。

专科大一大学英语教材IntroductionIn today's globalized world, the importance of English proficiency cannot be overstated. English has become the universal language for communication, business, and education. As a result, it is crucial for students in their first year of college at a vocational college to have a comprehensive and effective English textbook. This article aims to discuss the key components that should be included in a suitable English textbook for first-year students at a vocational college.Vocabulary BuildingThe foundation of any language is vocabulary. A good English textbook should provide a wide range of vocabulary exercises and activities that focus on everyday topics and situations. The textbook should include vocabulary lists, contextual sentences, and exercises to reinforce the understanding of new words. Additionally, it should provide opportunities for students to practice using the vocabulary in both written and spoken forms through dialogues and role-playing activities.Grammar InstructionAlongside vocabulary, grammar plays a crucial role in language learning.A comprehensive English textbook should provide clear and concise explanations of grammar rules and structures. Each grammar point should be accompanied by relevant examples and exercises to reinforce understanding.A good textbook would also include error correction activities to help students identify and correct their grammar mistakes.Reading ComprehensionReading is an essential skill that allows students to expand their knowledge and improve their language proficiency. A suitable English textbook should include a variety of reading materials, such as short stories, articles, and passages related to different fields of study. These materials should be engaging and relevant to the students' interests and academic pursuits. Comprehension questions and vocabulary exercises should also be included to assess students' understanding and promote active reading practices.Listening and Speaking PracticeEffective communication in English requires strong listening and speaking skills. A well-designed English textbook should provide ample opportunities for students to practice listening and speaking through audio recordings, dialogues, and group discussions. The listening materials should cover a range of accents and speech patterns to expose students to different communication styles. Speaking activities should encourage students to express their ideas, opinions, and experiences in English.Writing Skills DevelopmentDeveloping effective writing skills is crucial for academic success as well as professional growth. An ideal English textbook should provide guidance on various types of writing, such as essays, reports, and formal letters. It should offer step-by-step instructions on structure, organization, and coherence. Additionally, the textbook should include writing prompts and exercises to help students practice and improve their writing skills.Cultural ContentLanguage and culture are closely intertwined, and understanding cultural differences is essential for effective communication. A comprehensive English textbook should incorporate cultural content that introduces students to different customs, traditions, and norms of English-speaking countries. It should promote intercultural awareness and sensitivity, preparing students for future cross-cultural interactions.ConclusionIn conclusion, a suitable English textbook for first-year students at a vocational college should encompass vocabulary building, grammar instruction, reading comprehension, listening and speaking practice, writing skills development, and cultural content. Such a textbook should be engaging, comprehensive, and aligned with the students' academic needs. By providing a thorough foundation in English language skills, this textbook will enable students to communicate effectively and confidently in both academic and professional settings.。