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课件网) Unit 3 The Internet -Reading and Thinking Stronger together: How we have been changed by the Internet The Internet has made life more convenient But what’s more What kinds of online community do you often use Stronger together: How we have been changed by the Internet Keep this in mind while reading Does this passage use examples Are things getting better What is the former situation What is the present situation How does Jan feel during the changing Fast reading Find the main idea for each paragraph Para.1 People’s lives have been changed by the Internet Para.2 Jan realized that Internet removed the distance existing between people Para.3 Jan was inspired and decided to start an IT club Para.4 Jan learnt more about the Internet to make society better Para.5 Jan’s life has been greatly improved by the Internet From general idea to specific example Main idea 2. What is the function of para.1 To introduce the topic of the whole passage Para. 1 1. How has the Internet made our life more convenient No longer wait in line or carry cash…/ most updated information…/download… 03 Take online classes to learn more her next goal is to start a charity website She believes that it is highly important to bridge the digital divide and make sure that everyone has access to the Internet and knows how to use new technology. What did Jan do 02 Start an IT club teach old people to use internet Stronger Together What does the phrase "bridge the digital divide" mean bridge digital divide: (数字鸿沟）the gap between those who have access to the Internet and know how to use new technology and those who don't. Jan’s life has been changed. Her career: Her feelings: Her social role: a teacher jobless the founder of a club lonely inspired helpless/received help a helper/offering help Part 2 Jan’s experience Stronger Together Jan's life has been greatly improved by the Internet."When you go through tough times, you meet others who are facing similar challenges," Jan says."Thinking about other people's situations inspired me to offer help. Careful reading Para5 What can we know from Jane’s words A. She will keep offering help to other people. B. Thinking about other people’s life makes her tired. C. Helping other by the Internet is a challenge for her. D. Her life has been greatly changed by the Internet. wise, intelligent, diligent, willing to learn, positive, optimistic, open-minded, creative, understanding, caring, considerate, sociable, helpful... What kind of person do you think Jan is Read and Think Summary What’s the writing purpose of this passage Who are the intended readers To tell readers how people’s lives have been changed by the Internet by telling the story of Teacher Jan. Readers, especially people who are interested in the Internet. What are the writing techniques Think and Judge Giving examples Making comparisons Using quotes Why does the author write this passage Who are the intend ... ...
