【公开课】Unit2Reading and Thinking Experience on an exchange programme（Unit 2 Bridging Cultures）-高中英语选择性必修2.pptx

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1、Bridging Cultures-Reading and Thinking Experience on an exchange programmeLead inThink about what it might be like if you study in a place where youve never been. How will you feel?What problems might you face?unsurepuzzledlostconfusedshockedexcitedcuriousambitioushopefullongingcurrency differencesh

2、omesicknesslanguage barriercultural shockacademic difficulties ReadingP1 Six months ago, 19-year-old Xie Lei said goodbye to her family and friends and boarded a plane for London. It was the first time that she had left China.“I was very excited but also quite nervous. I didnt know what to expect, X

3、ie Lei recalled.P2 Xie Lei is studying for a business qualification at a university in China and has come to our university on a year-long exchange programme. I chose the exchange programme because I wanted to learn about global business and improve my English. My ambition is to set up a business in

4、 China after graduation, she explained.Welcome Xie LeiBackgroundInformationXies Purpose of studying abroad ReadingP3 At first, Xie Lei had to adapt to life in a different country. You have to get used to a whole new life, she said.I had to learn how to use public transport and how to ask for things

5、I didnt know the English names for.When I got lost, I had to ask passers-by for help, but people here speak fast and use words lm not familiar with. I ask them to repeat themselves a lot!Which problems are NOT mentioned?homesicknesslanguage barrieracademic difficulties got lostcultural shockReadingP

6、4 Although some foreign students live in campus accommodation, Xie Lei chose to live with a host family, who can help with her adaptation to the new culture. When I miss home, I feel comforted to have a second family, Xie Lei said. When theres something I dont know or understand, I can ask them. The

7、y are also keen to learn about China. Laura, the daughter of my host family, wants to study in China in the future. We take turns to cook each evening. They really love my stir-fried tomatoes and eggs! Laura says she always feels hungry when she smells it, so I taught her how to cook it, too.Why did

8、 Xie choose to live with a local host family?What are the advantages of living with a host family?campusoff-campusStudentAccommodationP5 Another challenge for Xie Lei is the academic requirements. The first time that she had to write an essay, her tutor explained that she must acknowledge what other

9、 people had said if she cited their ideas. but that he mainly wanted to know what she thought! Xie Lei was confused because she thought she knew less than other people. Her tutor advised her to read lots of information in order to form a wise opinion of her own.Readingacademic difficulties and diffe

10、rences P6 Xie Lei also found many courses included students participation in class as part of the final result. Students need to generate ideas, offer examples, apply concepts, and raise questions, as well as give presentations. At first, Xie Lei had no idea what she should say, but what surprised h

11、er was that she found herself speaking up in class after just a few weeks.My presentation on traditional Chinese art was a great success,which boosted my confidence. she said. Ill use these skills back home for presentations. Theyll help me build a strong business in the future.P7 Now halfway throug

12、h her exchange year, Xie Lei feels much more at home in the UK. What seemed strange before now appears quite normal to her. Engaging in British culture has helped, she said. “As well as studying hard, Ive been involved in social activities. British people are fascinated by our culture and eager to learn more about it, so Im keen to share my culture with them.While Im learning about business, Im also acting as a cultural messenger building a bridge between us.P8 We will follow Xie Leis progress in later editions, but for now, we wish her all the best.ReadingSummary