Lesson 3: The Road to Destruction Subject English Grade Level Senior High School Year 1 Total Lessons: 3 Textbook Beijing Normal University Press, Senior High School English, Book 1 Lesson Type Reading Lesson 3 Textbook Analysis Textbook Analysis This lesson is from Unit 3, focusing on the environmental and social impacts of excessive car usage. The passage discusses the increasing number of cars on the roads, the resulting traffic congestion, and the negative effects on personal and social well being. It also provides practical advice on reducing car dependency and improving the environment. Student Analysis Students have prior knowledge of basic environmental issues and can comprehend texts of moderate complexity. They may find it challenging to relate personal experiences to broader social issues and to critically evaluate solutions. The teacher should facilitate discussions and activities that help students connect the text to real life scenarios and encourage critical thinking. Lesson Objectives 1. To understand the main ideas and supporting details of the passage about the impact of car usage. 2. To analyze the effects of traffic problems at both personal and social levels. 3. To evaluate and discuss the proposed solutions to reduce car dependency. 4. To develop note taking skills and apply them while reading the text. Teaching Focus and Difficulties Focus 1. Understanding the main ideas and supporting details of the passage. 2. Analyzing the effects of traffic problems at both personal and social levels. 3. Evaluating and discussing the proposed solutions to reduce car dependency. Difficulties 1. Connecting personal experiences to broader social issues. 2. Critically evaluating the effectiveness of proposed solutions. 3. Developing effective note taking skills. Teaching Methods and Preparation Teaching Methods Lecture, Group Discussion, Pair Work, Individual Activities Materials Textbook, Whiteboard, Markers, Handouts Teaching Procedure Teacher Activities Student Activities Warm up Activate and Share (1) Ask students how much time they spend traveling to school every day and how they feel when stuck in traffic. (2) Write down their responses on the board. (3) Introduce key vocabulary: traffic jam, congestion, pollution, greenhouse gases, global warming. (4) Discuss common feelings such as feeling anxious, annoyed, stressed out, tired, and angry. (5) Lead a brief discussion on the impact of traffic on daily life. (6) Encourage students to share their personal experiences and feelings. Pre Reading (1) Present a set of questions about car usage in Britain. (2) Ask students to guess the answers before reading the passage. (3) Write the questions and possible answers on the board. (4) Provide feedback on their guesses after reading the passage. (5) Highlight the importance of accurate information. (6) Explain the purpose of the passage. 1. Share personal experiences and feelings about traveling to school. 2. Participate in the discussion and pr ... ...
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