Unit1口语课教案高中英语人教版3.docx

Unitl 口语课教案Talk About History and Culture一、 Teaching Objectives:By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:1. Describe the importance of understanding history and culture in today's world.2. Explain the relationship between history and culture.3. Discuss at least three historical events or cultural practices that have shaped their own lives or munities.4. Use appropriate language and expressions to discuss historical and cultural topics.5. Participate in group discussions and express their opinions confidently.二、 Teaching Key Points:1. The significance of understanding history and culture in today*s globalized world.2. The connection between history and culture, including how they influence each other.3. Historical events and cultural practices as sources of personal and munity identity.4. Use of academic vocabulary related to history and culture.5. Group discussion skills and active listening.三、 Materials:1. PowerPoint presentation with images, videos, and relevant information about historical events and cultural practices.2. Handouts with key terms and phrases related to history and culture.3. Whiteboard and markers for notetaking and group activities.4. Access to online resources for further research on specific historical events or cultural practices.四、 Teaching Procedures:1. Warmup (5 minutes) Begin the class by asking students what they know about history and culture. Encourage them to share their thoughts and opinions. Write their responses on the board or display the handout for everyone to see. This will help set the stage for the rest of the lesson.2. Presentation (15 minutes) Introduce the topic by explaining why it is important to understand history and culture in today's globalized world. Use examples from current events to illustrate your points. Present the key points using a PowerPoint presentation, images, videos, and relevant information about historical events and cultural practices. Encourage students to take notes on the content, key terms, and phrases related to history and culture.3. Practice (15 minutes) Divide students into small groups of four or five people. Assign each group one of the historical events or cultural practices discussed in the lesson (e.g., the Great Wall of China, Thanksgiving Day, traditional clothing styles). Ask each group to research their assigned topic using online resources or books from the school library. They should prepare a short presentation (57 minutes) to share with the class. During the presentation, students should use appropriate language and expressions related to history and culture, such as "symbolic of,” "reflective of,“ "played a significant role in shaping/ etc. They should also engage in group discussions, answering questions from other groups and offering additional insights based on their research. After each group presents, ask for a show of hands to see who would like to add ments or questions about their topic. This will encourage active listening and promote critical thinking skills among students.4. Production (15 minutes) Regroup students into larger groups of ten or twelve people, depending on class size. Assign each group one of the following tasks: writing a persuasive essay on the importance of understanding history and culture, creating a skit or play that highlights a historical event or cultural practice, designing a poster or brochure that promotes crosscultural understanding, or preparing a podcast episode that explores different aspects of history and culture. Give students time to work on their tasks, encouraging them to use the notes they took during their research earlier in the lesson as a starting point for their projects. Encourage them to incorporate academic vocabulary related to history and culture into their work. At the end of the production time, ask each group to share their work with the class, explaining their ideas and choices behind their projects. Allow time for questions and feedback from the class before moving on to the next activity.5. Conclusion (5 minutes) Review the key points covered in the lesson, including the importance of understanding history and culture, their relationship, and how historical events and cultural practices shape personal and munity identity. Ask students to reflect on what they learned during the lesson and how it might apply to their own lives or munities. Encourage them to continue exploring history and culture through reading, watching documentaries, attending cultural events, or engaging in discussions with peers who e from different backgrounds. Assign homework assignments if necessary (e.g., writing a reflection paper on a historical event or cultural practice that has had an impact on you, participating in a local cultural festival, etc.). Provide clear instructions on how to submit the assignments electronically or by hand.五、 Assessment:Students will be assessed through various forms of assessment throughout the lesson, including:1. Group presentations: Students will be evaluated on their ability to research, present, and participate in group discussions related to their assigned historical events or cultural practices. They will also be expected to use academic vocabulary and demonstrate critical thinking skills during these activities.2. Independent work: Students will be assessed on their ability to apply academic vocabulary related to history and culture to their written projects (e.g., persuasive essays, skits or plays). They should demonstrate an understanding of how historical events and cultural practices have shaped personal and munity identity through their writing.