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课件网) Unit 3 Celebrations Lesson 2 Special Occasions Teaching objectives, focus and difficulties 01 Teaching Objectives Language Competence Students can master vocabulary and expressions related to special occasions. Cultural Awareness Understand the etiquette and customs of Anglo-American countries in special occasions. Thinking Qualities Cultivate students' critical thinking and cooperative skills through discussions and role-playing. Learning Ability Master listening skills and extract key information from dialogues. Key Points Learn vocabulary and expressions related to special occasions；Master listening skills to extract key information. Difficult Points How to appropriately express congratulations and thanks in different occasions；How to apply the learned knowledge to conduct practical communication. Teaching Key and Difficult Points Leading in 02 Reflect on experiences in special occasions Recall unique events Recall special events like birthdays, graduations. They have unique meanings. Discuss etiquette behaviors(礼仪行为) Etiquette is important. At birthdays, arrive on time and give gifts; at graduations, dress appropriately and respect teachers. Spark interest in cross-cultural interactions(交流，影响) Discussing attended events arouses interest in cross-cultural communication and lays a foundation for studying etiquette. UK Party Preparation Task Situational task setting Now we are faced with a situational task: If invited to a British wedding or a good friend's birthday party, what preparations should we make Analysis of cultural differences British party culture may differ from what we are familiar with. In terms of dressing, formal parties may require wearing gowns or suits; there are also particularities in gift selection. Laying the groundwork for listening background When we understand the key points of preparing for British parties, we can more easily comprehend relevant listening materials and improve listening effectiveness. Active and share 03 If you are invited to attend a wedding or a close friend’s birthday party in the UK, is there anything you would like to thing about before going, e.g., dress, things to bring Party etiquette suggestions Dress codes Formal parties require men to wear black suits, women to dress in gowns. Informal parties allow casual clothing. Gift selection Gift selection by age. Adults: wine or beer. Teenagers: snacks or puddings. Social manners Arrive, greet host, introduce, chat briefly, farewell & thank again. What to bring to a party Items for adults In the UK, adults often bring wine or beer to parties. About 70% do so, respecting the host and enhancing the atmosphere. Teenagers bring snacks or puddings like chocolate, chips, fruit, and caramel puddings to parties to share with friends. Items for teenagers Dress code for parties Dress code for formal parties For formal parties such as weddings, men are expected to wear a neat black sui ... ...
