(
课件网) Unit 3 The internet Reading and Thinking Learning objectives Predict text content from the title and headlines, and use this strategy to improve reading comprehension. Analyze the structure of the text, understanding how examples (Jan’s story) support the theme of the Internet’s impact. Understand the concept of the “digital divide” and its impact on society, as well as the efforts (like Jan’s) to bridge this gap. Appreciate the social responsibility reflected in the text, such as using the Internet to help others (teaching older people, starting charity websites) and the cultural value of mutual support in the digital age. Lead in What do you usually do on the Internet What convenience does internet bring to our life The Internet has changed our lives study daily life work entertainment pay for bills online shopping search for information Apply for work online Listen to music more Take online classes chat with someone Stream videos Play games post a blog How the Internet can change our life Watch a short video. Pre-Reading Read headlines Headlines usually include only key ideas or information from the text. They often do not follow strict grammar rules, because writers use as few words as possible to catch the attention of the readers. Stronger together: How we have been changed by the Internet 1.This text will say: Our lives have been _____ by the Internet. People are connected and become_____ because of the Internet. 2. How do you think the writer feels about the topic 2. How do you think the writer feels about the topic A. Optimistic B. Positive C. Negative D. Pessimistic stronger changed Step 1：Reading for prediction 乐观的 积极的 消极的 悲观的 While Reading Benefits of the Internet Jan’s IT club to help bring changes to others Changes of Jan’s life Jan’s belief and next goal Jan’s life has been improved Introduction Examples Summary Step 2：The main idea of each paragraph Language points Step 3 : Careful reading(para.1) Much has been written about the wonders of the World Wide Web. There are countless articles telling us how the Internet has made our lives more convenient. We no longer have to wait in line or carry cash around when we go shopping. We can get the most updated information from large databases. We can download software, documents, and images whenever we need them. But the Internet has done much more for people than simply make life more convenient. People's lives have been changed by online communities and social networks. 奇妙 万维网 无数的文章 方便的 不再 排队 现金 最新的消息 数据库 下载软件 文件 而不仅仅是 在线社区 社交网络 Step 3 : Careful reading(para.2) Jan Tchamani, an English teacher in Birmingham, UK, suddenly developed a serious illness and had to quit her job. At age 50, she found herself out of work and stuck at home with only her computer to keep her company. After a while, she discovered that surfing the Internet could help her feel less L ... ...
