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课件网) Unit 8 Let’s Communicate ! Section A （2a-2e） Learning objectives Lead-in How do people communicate with each other What are the different ways of communication Pre-reading Jason shows thanks to Professor. According to the picture prompts(提示), what might they discuss A. take a break B. just call your friend C. a face-to-face talk usually works the best D. it takes longer and can make things worse Listen to the conversation and fill in the blanks. 2a Jason: Professor, thanks for the helpful speech on communication. I have a question. Sometimes my friends and I argue but don’t know how to make up. What’s the best way to communicate in this situation Professor: If you want to solve the problem, _____. Jason: I understand, but meeting in person is not always easy. C. a face-to-face talk usually works the best While-reading Professor: If you can’t meet, _____. Some of you may prefer texting, but _____ if you’re not careful with your words. Jason: But what if we argue more over the phone Professor: If you stay calm and say sorry, it will help. If it is still hard to talk, _____. Meet when you’re both ready. Jason: I’ll call and try to meet. Because friendship is important. Thanks for the advice! Professor: You’re welcome. B. just call your friend D. it takes longer and can make things worse A. take a break Read the conversation and answer the questions. 2b 1. When did this conversation probably happen The conversation probably happened after Jason listened to theprofessor's speech on communication. 2. What does the professor think is the best way to solve the problem A face-to-face talk. 3. What are the problems with texting If you are not careful with your words , it takes longer and can make things worse. 4. Why does Jason worry about talking on the phone He worries about arguing more over the phone. Careful-reading Jason: Professor, thanks for the helpful speech on communication. I have a question. Sometimes my friends and I argue but don’t know how to make up. What’s the best way to communicate in this situation Professor: If you want to solve the problem, a face-to-face talk usually works the best. Jason: I understand, but meeting in person is not always easy. Professor: If you can’t meet, just call your friend. Some of you may prefer texting, but it face-to-face adj. 面对面的 /pr fes (r)/ n. 教授 /spi t / n. 演说；发言 / ɑ ɡju / v. 争论；争吵 /pr f (r)/ v. 较喜欢 Careful-reading make up (with sb) 与……言归于好 亲自；亲身 takes longer and can make things worse if you’re not careful with your words. Jason: But what if we argue more over the phone Professor: If you stay calm and say sorry, it will help. If it is still hard to talk, take a break. Meet when you’re both ready. Jason: I’ll call and try to meet. Because friendship is important. Thanks for the advice! Professor: You’re welcome. /kɑ m/ adj. 镇静的；沉着的 v. 使平静；使镇静 通过电话；在电话里 休息一下 Tal ... ...
