Unit 2 Making a Difference Developing ideas 教案-高中英语外研版（2019）必修第三册.docx

Objectives:To understand the theme and vocabulary related to making a differenceTo develop listening, reading, writing, and speaking skillsTo encourage critical thinking and discussion on social issuesMaterials:Textbook:外研版（2019）高中英语必修第三册Unit 2Handouts: Worksheets, Discussion questions, Vocabulary listsAudio and Video materials: TED Talks or other relevant speechesProcedure:Warm-up (15 mins)Introduce the topic of making a difference and ask students to brainstorm what it means to them.Divide students into pairs or small groups to discuss the following questions:What is the most important social issue facing your community today?How do you think you can make a difference in addressing this issue?Vocabulary (30 mins)Introduce and explain the key vocabulary from the unit, such as advocate, charity, sustainable, etc.Ask students to work in pairs or small groups to create sentences or short paragraphs using the vocabulary.Provide handouts with the vocabulary list and examples of sentences for students to refer to.Listening and Speaking (60 mins)Play a TED Talk or other relevant speech related to social issues, such as climate change, poverty, or education.Ask students to take notes while listening and prepare a short summary of the speaker's main points.Divide students into small groups to discuss the following questions:What is the main message of the speech?How does the speaker suggest making a difference?Do you agree or disagree with the speaker's perspective? Why or why not?Have each group present their summary and answers to the class.Reading and Writing (60 mins)Assign a reading task from the textbook, such as a newspaper article or a story about making a difference.Ask students to read the text and prepare a short summary.Divide students into pairs or small groups to discuss the following questions:What is the main message of the text?How does the author suggest making a difference?What are your thoughts on the issue presented in the text?Have students write a short essay on the topic of making a difference, using examples from the reading and the discussions.Reflection and Conclusion (15 mins)Ask students to reflect on what they have learned in the lesson and how it relates to their personal lives.Conclude the lesson with a group discussion on how students can apply what they have learned to make a positive difference in their communities.Assessment:Students' participation in group discussionsQuality of sentences and short essays using the vocabularyQuality of summary and analysis of the TED Talk or readingReflection on personal connection and application of what was learned.Exercise:Match the following vocabulary words with their definitions.Advocate a. taking action to address a social issueCharity b. to speak or write in favor ofSustainable c. the act of donating money or goods to those in needImpact d. capable of being maintained over timeAnswers:bcdaListen to the TED Talk and answer the following questions.What is the main message of the speech?How does the speaker suggest making a difference?Do you agree or disagree with the speaker's perspective? Why or why not?Answers:The main message of the speech is that climate change is a serious problem that needs to be addressed through individual and collective action.The speaker suggests making a difference by reducing our carbon footprint, advocating for policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and supporting organizations that work on climate change.Answers may vary, but should be supported with reasons. For example, some students may agree with the speaker's perspective because they believe that climate change is a serious threat to the planet and that action needs to be taken. Other students may disagree with the speaker's perspective because they believe that the costs of addressing climate change outweigh the benefits or because they do not believe that climate change is a significant problem.Homework:Write a short paragraph explaining what you think is the most important social issue facing your community today and how you think you can make a difference.Read the newspaper article about a local charity organization and write a short summary of the main message. Include your thoughts on how this organization is making a difference in the community.Watch a TED Talk or other speech related to a social issue that interests you and write a short summary of the main points. Include your thoughts on how the speaker suggests making a difference and whether or not you agree with their perspective.学科网（北京）股份有限公司