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课件网) Looking into the Future Unit2 Reading and Thinking Learning objectives 1.figure out the structure the passage and identify the purpose and the intended readers. 2.get the main idea of each paragraph and know the influence and convenience brought by smart homes in the future. 3.express opinions on advantages and disadvantages of smart homes. What“ ” do you know Smart technology 2. Smart watch 4. Smart sweeping robot 3. Smart glasses 1. Smart Phone Lead-in What“ ” do you know Smart technology Smart air-conditioner If we combine them together… What do we call it If we combine them together… Smart Home What does it mean when we say that something such as a phone is “smart” 1. be clever or intelligent Smart 2. Something has a “brain” like a human being. It can “think” and do what its owner commands to do. Skimming for the genre title subtitles 2. What’s the genre (体裁) of this article A. A narration. (记叙文) B. An argumentation. (议论文) C. A science exposition. (科普说明文) D. A science fiction story. (科幻故事) Skimming for the genre 1.What is the purpose of the passage A. To sell integrated sensors. B. To change the old houses. C. To decorate home with smart technology. D. To introduce the functions of smart homes in future life. 2. Where is the text likely to be taken from A. A science magazine B. A research report C. A story D. A book review(书评) 3.Who do you think are the intended audiences A. Parents B. Scientists C. teachers D. People interested in techonology Read for the structure. title subtitles 4. What’s the structure of this article 1 2 3 4 5 总 分 总 Intelligent Controls Smart Homes Regular Health Checks No more Disasters Structure Topic Body part (Main functions) Conclusion Introduction Para1: a brief introduction Para5. Conclusion Read for the structure. Para. 1 1. How does the author introduce the topic A. By giving examples B. By asking questions C. By listing data D.By citing famous saying To arouse the readers’ interest. Read for problems and solutions 2. Why does the writer introduce the topic in this way Read for problems and solutions Para.2 Intelligent Controls Problems(Today) Solutions(Future) Advantages use switches for lights,knobs for appliances and _____for TVs and air conditioners used advanced technology for_____ go into an_____ everything will be ready for you intelligent _____ _____ready for you remote controls automatic control energy-efficient mode automatic energy-efficient How does the author develop Para.2 By Comparison Para 3 Devices Functions Advantages record how well you sleep check your body weight send a warning to your phone give you suggestions keep constant track of your health warn you early on healthier/ effectively -monitor beds toilets Read for problems and solutions How does the author develop Para.3 By giving examples Devices Functions Advantages detect problems provide relevant information prevent accidents water pi ... ...
