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课件网) Guessing game 口 水 日 田 月 山 Unit 5 Languages Around The World The Chinese writing system Connecting the past and the present Learning Objectives: After this class, students will be able to: 1. read and understand the text correctly and thoroughly. 2. understand the development of Chinese writing system as well as its function. 3. improve their reading ability by scanning and summarizing. 4. have strong awareness of loving traditional Chinese culture and build national confidence. Read for Structure Divide the text into 3 parts and summarize the main idea. the Chinese writing system Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 What’s the writing style of the text Narration B. Argument C. Exposition 记叙文 议论文 说明文 Para 1 Para 2-4 Para 5-6 Introduce the topic Development Importance Read for Details Scan the text carefully and try to make a mind map about the development of Chinese writing system. Para 2-4 A picture - based language A well-developed writing system different forms develop in one direction communicate in writing The development of Chinese writing system 1.No matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can still communicate in writing. 2.Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China's present is connected with its past. 3.The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese Calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture. 4.As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China's culture and history through this amazing culture. Can you find some sentences that show the importance of the Chinese writing system Read for Sentences Para 4-6 1.No matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can still communicate in writing. 2.Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China's present is connected with its past. 3.The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese Calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture. 4.As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China's culture and history through this amazing culture. Connect people divided by geography What are the functions of the Chinese writing system Read for Thinking Para 4-6 3rd Reading: Read and Find out Draw a mind-map or a diagram to find out how the Chinese writing system connects the past and the present. 4th Reading: Read and discuss 1. How did written Chinese unify Chinese people divided by geography and dialects 2. How does written Chinese connect Chinese people today with those of the past 4th Reading: Read and discuss 1. How did written Chinese unify Chinese people divided by geography and dialects Th ... ...
