(
课件网) Lesson 3 Understanding 1. Generalize(概括) the gist(大意) of the passage with cohesion(连贯) skills; 2. Analyse the text type and writing skills; 3. Evaluate critically some great men. Learning Objectives Francis Bacon is an English philosopher and statesman of England. His works are credited with（被认为） developing the scientific method and remain influential through the scientific revolution. Galileo Galilei is an Italian astronomer, physicist and engineer. Galileo has been called the “Father of Observational Astronomy”, the “Father of Modern Physics”, the “Father of the Scientific Method” and the “Father of Modern Science”. Aristotle is a Greek philosopher. He was the founder of the school of philosophy. He has been called the “Father of Western Philosophy”. Which of the following may help you acquire knowledge more effectively Discuss in pairs and give explanation. to be interested in the topic to ask questions to discuss topics with friends to be relaxed and happy to have time to think about what you have learnt I think asking questions can help me acquire knowledge more effectively. If I have something unclear, it's the easiest way to clarify my thought, gain expanded perspectives and new experiences. Think and Share What does the passage mainly talk about How human acquire knowledge and understanding. The theory that “the Earth is not the centre of the universe”. C. Views put forward by Aristotle. D. Getting the information by asking questions now. Activity1 Reading for main idea Read the text to get the general idea. Read for basic structure. Match the main idea of each part. Paragraph 1 Paragraph 2 Paragraph 3 Paragraph 4 Paragraph 5 A) Point out three steps to acquire knowledge and understanding. B) Bacon and Galilei used the type of thinking to gain knowledge. C) We owe much to the peole who are brave enough to step out from the shadows of conventional thought. D) Even the great men, Aristotle and Galilei, can make mistakes. E) Our understanding of the world is constantly growing and changing. Activity2 Structure and clues Read for basic structure. Match the main idea of each part. Paragraph 1 Paragraph 2 Paragraph 3 Paragraph 4 Paragraph 5 A) Point out three steps to acquire knowledge and understanding. B) We owe much to the peole who are brave enough to step out from the shadows of conventional thought. C) Bacon and Galilei used the type of thinking to gain knowledge. D) Even the great men, Aristotle and Galilei, can make mistakes. E) Our understanding of the world is constantly growing and changing. Activity2 Structure and clues Para. 1:Examples of scientists and thinkers in the 17th century Para.2-3:The author’s opinion and conclusion Para. 4-5:How can we acquire knowledge and understanding Activity2 Read for details How do people acquire knowledge and achieve understanding now (para 1) questions observe the world around us and study the facts consider ... ...
