1、第一讲 Unit 5 Lifestyle (Listen and Talk)(讲义)一、教学目的1. Enable students to talk about a healthy lifestyle and an unhealthy lifestyle.2. Enable students to understand the definition of shopaholic, and how to cure shopaholic.3. Enable students to make a comparison between a luxurious life and a simple life
2、.4. Enable students to know the true meaning of a simple life, the importance of living a simple life and how to live a simple life.二、教学时数 2学时三、教学方法: Discussion四、教学重点：To understand the definitions of different lifestyles.五、教学难点: Learn how to make a comparison.六、教学内容（详细具体）StepI Discussion Work in pai
3、rs or groups and discuss the following questions.1. What kind of lifestyle do you live now?2. Do you believe in the saying “a penny saved is a penny earned”?3. What are some of the things that come to your mind when we talk about healthy lifestyles? Make a list of healthy lifestyles and share your a
4、nswers with your group members.Healthy Lifestylesa. balancing study and playb. doing physical exercise every dayc. d. Answers for reference:1. A sample answer: As a university student, I live a simple and plain life. I get up early in the morning and then attend classes. In the late afternoon I play
5、 basketball or football. If I do not have classes during the day, I usually go to the library to do some reading or go to the computer center to search for some information related to my studies. In the evening I review or preview my lessons either in the classroom or in the dormitory. During weeken
6、ds I sometimes go shopping or go to a movie with my classmates.2. A possible answer: Yes. This saying tells us that saving money is as good as earning it. Saving is not only a good habit but also an important step on the way to financial well-being, both in the short term and in the long run. In the
7、 short term, it gives us an emergency cushion in the event that an unforeseen, large and urgent expense arises. In the long term, a consistent pattern of saving can enable us to accomplish our financial goals, such as financing a college education, a home purchase, or a retirement. So we should be t
8、hrifty and dont spend money on things we dont really need.3. A sample answer: Healthy Lifestylesa. balancing study and playb. doing physical exercise every dayc. drinking at least 2 litres of water every dayd. sleeping at least 7 hours a daye. having at least an apple a dayf. seeking professional he
9、lp if you feel depressed or anxiousStep II Quotes Study the following quotes about lifestyles and discuss in pairs what you can learn from them. Jack Kerouac Great things are not accomplished by those who yield to trends and fads and popular opinion. Jack KerouacInterpretation:Trends and fads come a
10、nd go quickly, and popular opinions of the day may not represent ever-lasting truth. Those who wish to accomplish something extraordinary must not be slavish to trends and fads or popular beliefs. Instead, they should break away from the “following the herd” mentality and be extraordinarily innovati
11、ve.About Jack Kerouac (1922-1969): a US writer who was a leading figure of the1950s Beat Generation. His most famous novel is On the Road (在路上), which describes the adventures of two friends as they travel across the United States. Margaret Mead We are living beyond our means. As a people we have de
12、veloped a lifestyle that is draining the earth of its priceless and irreplaceable resources without regard for the future of our children and people all around the world. Margaret MeadInterpretation:In this quote, Margaret Mead rightly points out that the American way of life has given rise to a was
13、teful society and that it is doing a lot of harm to the earth and hence to mankind as a whole. If we do not make changes in our lifestyles today, our children are doomed to suffer from lack of irreplaceable resources in the future.About Margaret Mead (1901-1978): a US anthropologist, who studied the
14、 ways in which parents on the islands of Samoa, Bali, and New Guineas taught their children. She also tried to discover whether males and females are born with the differences in behaviour that they show, or whether they lean to behave differently as they grow up in a particular society. Charlie Cha
15、plin The saddest thing I can imagine is to get used to luxury. Charlie ChaplinInterpretation:In this quote, Chaplin points out the danger of seeking luxuries. Luxuries are not necessities. Many people work hard to seek luxuries in life they purchase luxury goods and services and always long for poss
16、essions that they do not necessarily need. In doing so, they have gradually become slaves to those luxuries. They may feel “abundance” for a while but they can never enjoy ever-lasting happiness, and their souls can never be uplifted. Moreover, those who are used to luxuries may live beyond their me
17、ans and get into debt, and debt robs a man of his self-respect. Indeed, it is sad to see a person indulge in luxuries and possessions.About Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977): a British actor and director who worked mainly in the US in humorous silent films during the 1920s. He usually appeared as a humoro
18、us character who had a small moustache, a bowler hat, and a walking stick, and who walked in a funny way with the backs of his feet together and his toes pointing out to the sides. Samuel Johnson Without frugality none can be rich, and with it very few would be poor. Samuel JohnsonInterpretation:Her
19、e Samuel Johnson advises us to be thrifty or economical with the use of our resources. Frugality is a virtue while extravagance is a sin. One can never become rich if one lives a spendthrift lifestyle, but anyone can feel that he is rich enough if he or she carefully manages his or her money and oth
20、er resources.About Samuel Johnson (1709-1784): a British critic and dictionary writer. He is famous for his Dictionary of the English Language (1755), the first comprehensive dictionary of the English language ever published. He was considered an excellent conversationalist (善于辞令的人). His intelligent
21、, amusing, and interesting words are still widely quoted today.Step III Watching and DiscussionConfessions of a Shopaholic is a 2009 American romantic comedy film based on the Shopaholic series of novels by Sophie Kinsella. Watch the following video clip “Confessions of a Shopaholic” and do the task
22、s that follow:插入视频片段：“Confessions of a Shopaholic.wmv” 1. What makes shopping a beautiful experience, according to Rebecca?l the sheen of silk draped across a mannequin;.l the smell of new Italian leather shoes;l the rush you feel when you swipe your card. And its approved. And it all belongs to you
23、;l the joy you feel when youve bought something, and its just you and the shopping2. What do you think of shopaholics? (Open.)Script：Confessions of a Shopaholic- Keep comin back, OK? Give him some support. Keep comin back.- Which store? - Rebecca, why dont you share your story.- Um . Hello, everybod
24、y. Uh, Im Rebecca Bloomwood.- Hi, Rebecca. - I just actually came here as a favor to a friend. Uh, I mean, I like shopping. Is there anything so wrong with that? I mean, stores are put there to enjoy. Uh, the experience is enjoyable. Well, more than enjoyable. Its . Its beautiful. The sheen of silk
25、draped across a mannequin. Oh, the smell of new Italian leather shoes. - Italian leather shoes, thats the best.- Oh . The rush you feel when you swipe your card. And its approved. And it all belongs to you!- OK, Rebecca. Thank you for sharing.- The joy you feel when youve bought something, and its j
26、ust you and the shopping.- You and shopping.- Ryuichi!- All you have to do is hand over a little card.- Yes!- Pull it together!- Isnt that the best feeling in the world?- Yeah.- Dont you wanna shout it from the mountaintops?- Thats real talk.- And you feel so . confident and alive .- And happy?- And
27、 happy!- And warm.- And warm!- Whats going on here?- I need to buy a new bag. I have to impress Alette Naylor. - You should get a watch to go with that bag.- Oh, theres a sale at Catherine Malandrino.- Youre like my soul sister.- Dont let her . - I have to go. Good luck, everybody. - Do they have sh
28、oes?- You sit down.- My will is strong. My wallet is closed. I do not want to shop.Step IV Listen and RespondSection A Word Bankfrugal a. not wasteful; careful in the use of money, food, etc. 不浪费的；（对金钱、食物等）节俭（节约）的lifestyle n. a way of living 生活方式deny vt. refuse to let oneself have sth. that one woul
29、d like to have, esp. for moral or religious reasons 自制，克制，放弃（尤指出于道德或宗教原因）keep up with the Joneses derog. compete with ones neighbours socially, esp. by buying the same expensive new things that they buy 贬与邻居比阔气（尤指比买贵重物品）trend n. a fashion or style; a general tendency or direction in the way a situat
30、ion is changing or developing 时尚，时髦；倾向，趋势fad n. an interest or activity that is followed very keenly but usually only for a short time 流行一时的嗜好、风尚或狂热live within ones means not spend more money than one has 量入为出Section B Task One: Focusing on the Main Ideas Choose the best answer to each of the follow
31、ing questions according to the information contained in the listening passage.1. What is the main idea of the passage?A) Living a fashionable life.B) Living an extravagant life.C) Living a frugal life.D) Living a free life.2. What will people have if they take control of their lives?A) They will hav
32、e a stressful life style.B) They will have more money in their daily life.C) They will enjoy a lot of luxuries.D) They will have more peace of mind.3. What kind of life will people live if they choose to live a frugal life?A) They will live a fulfilling life without possessing much.B) They will live
33、 a simple and peaceful life.C) They will have little money and live in debt.D) They will have nothing and live poor and cheap.4. Which of the following is not an example of being frugal according to the speaker?A) Turning off the tap water immediately after use.B) Keeping all windows closed when the
34、 air conditioning is on.C) Taking ones own plastic bags when going shopping.D) Switching off the lights before leaving the room.5. What does the speaker strongly advise us to do?A) To keep up with trends and fads.B) Do not follow trends and fads.C) To deny ourselves “frugal freedom”.D) To have a gre
35、at way of life. Key: 1 C 2 D 3 A 4 C 5 BSection C Task Two: Zooming In on the DetailsListen to the passage again and fill in the missing words according to what you have heard.Living a frugal life does not mean having nothing or living poor and cheap. Neither does it mean denying oneself the 1 _ of
36、life. A frugal lifestyle simply means that you have the 2_ to live a happy and fulfilling life without possessing a lot. Much of the 3 _ from being extravagant to being 4_ is within the mind. For example, before you leave your room, remember to turn off the light; keep all windows and outside doors
37、closed when the air 5 _ is on; turn off the 6_ water immediately after use; when you go shopping, use your 7 _ to save money on certain things for something else you need or want. In short, living a frugal 8 _ means that you dont have to “keep up with the Joneses.”We should always remember that it i
38、s easier to spend less than it is to make more. It is easier to be frugal than to free oneself from 9 _ stress. So, let us be frugal and live within our 10 _. It is a great way of life. Answers for reference:Living a frugal life does not mean having nothing or living poor and cheap. Neither does it
39、mean denying oneself the luxuries of life. A frugal lifestyle simply means that you have the intelligence to live a happy and fulfilling life without possessing a lot. Much of the transition from being extravagant to being frugal is within the mind. For example, before you leave your room, remember
40、to turn off the light; keep all windows and outside doors closed when the air conditioning is on; turn off the tap water immediately after use; when you go shopping, use your brain to save money on certain things for something else you need or want. In short, living a frugal lifestyle means that you
41、 dont have to “keep up with the Joneses.”We should always remember that it is easier to spend less than it is to make more. It is easier to be frugal than to free oneself from financial stress. So, let us be frugal and live within our means. It is a great way of life.Script: Living a Frugal LifePeop
42、le who live a frugal lifestyle often live with less stress. This is because they know how to take control of their money and, therefore, they have more control over their lives in general. And if you have more control of your life, you are likely to have more peace of mind. With that peace of mind c
43、omes what may be called “frugal freedom”, namely, freedom from debt, freedom from envy, freedom from shame, freedom from worry, and freedom from loss of ones identity.Living a frugal life does not mean having nothing or living poor and cheap. Neither does it mean denying oneself the luxuries of life
44、. A frugal lifestyle simply means that you have the intelligence to live a happy and fulfilling life without possessing a lot. Much of the transition from being extravagant to being frugal is within the mind. For example, before you leave your room, remember to turn off the light; keep all windows a
45、nd outside doors closed when the air conditioning is on; turn off the tap water immediately after use; when you go shopping, use your brain to save money on certain things for something else you need or want. In short, living a frugal lifestyle means that you dont have to “keep up with the Joneses”
46、and that you do not have to follow trends and fads.We should always remember that it is easier to spend less than it is to make more. It is easier to be frugal than to free oneself from financial stress. So, let us be frugal and live within our means. It is a great way of life.StepV Homework: Previe
47、w Text B and recite the new words in Text B. Presentation: How to live a healthy life?七、教学反思Enable students think about the Problems of Todays Consumer Economy.Encourage students to live a simple life.第二讲 Unit 5 (Read: TextB)(讲义)一、教学目的1. Enable students to learn some new words in this unit.2. Enable students to understand the difficult sentences.3. Enable students to know the true meaning of a simple life, the importance of living a simple life and how to live a simple life.二、教学时数 2学时三、教学方法: Discussion四、教学重点： L
