1、To revise the vocabulary presented in this unit To complete space in four short texts and write a paragraph about educationTo complete the Unit Diary and reflect on what they have learntexceptionallyrestrictiontroublesomedisappointed a rule or law that limits or controls what people can dounhappy be
2、cause something you hoped for did not happen, or because someone or something was not as good as you expectedcausing problems, in an annoying wayextremelyabstract conceptobjectiveinsightsomething that you are trying hard to achieve, especially in business or politics based on general ideas or princi
3、ples rather than specific examples or real eventsthe ability to understand and realize what people or situations are really likean idea of how something is, or how something should be doneacquisitionresponsibilitystimulatethe process by which you gain knowledge or learn a skillto encourage or help a
4、n activity to begin or develop furthera duty to be in charge of someone or something, so that you make decisions and can be blamed if something bad happensDiscuss the meaning of education, and talk about the ways people acquire knowledge.The class is having a meeting to share views of education. Hel
5、p Chen Xi complete his summary of Helens story with the correct of form of the words.Helen Keller was a(n) _ girl. When she was a child, she couldnt communicate because she couldnt see or hear. As a result of these _, she was often _ and badly behaved. Fortunately, Anne Sullivan, who was a(n) _ teac
6、her, was brought in to help Helen.exceptionalrestriction exceptional stream concept troublesome abstract superb vocabulary expand breakthrough disappointed restrictionstroublesomesuperbAnne had a simple technique for teaching Helen _. Anne would, for example, let Helen play with a doll, and then spe
7、ll “D-O-L-L” on her hand. In this way, Helen built a mental picture of the word. Anne used this technique for other words as well. For example, she put Helens hand in a _ of liquid to teach “water”.restriction exceptional stream concept troublesome abstract superb vocabulary expand breakthrough disa
8、ppointed vocabularystreamAs Helens knowledge _, Anne started to teach more complex words. However, it was still hard for Helen to learn _ like “think” because she couldnt touch them, and Helen was often _. Luckily, one day, she had a(n) _. She was making necklaces when she made some mistakes. She di
9、dnt know how to fix them, so she stopped to think. restriction exceptional stream concept troublesome abstract superb vocabulary expand breakthrough disappointed expandedconceptsdisappointedbreakthroughrestriction exceptional stream concept troublesome abstract superb vocabulary expand breakthrough
10、disappointed When she did this, Anne touched Helens head and wrote “think” on her hand. It was the first time Helen had understood such a(n) _ word!abstractComplete Li Zhens view on the objectives of education with the correct form of the words.objective mental acquire expose insight regardless conc
11、lusion responsibility contribute stimulateI think education has three main _. The first is to gain knowledge. Certain kinds of knowledge are necessary to pursue a career and to _ to society. For example, we need to learn maths to understand business. But education also lets us understand how the wor
12、ld works. It _ us to a variety of ideas and gives us _ into how other people think. objectivescontributeexposesinsightsSecondly, education goes beyond the _ of knowledge it provides learners with the tools to develop skills, to think for themselves and to learn throughout their lives. For example, i
13、t can help individuals _ their critical thinking skills that will help them to successfully analyse information.Thirdly, education establishes core values and prepares you for social life. It helps you understand what is wrong and right, explore the truth, take _ for your actions and interact with o
14、thers.acquisitionobjective mental acquire expose insight regardless conclusion responsibility contribute stimulatestimulateresponsibilityIt also helps you behave with integrity, _ of your background or circumstances.In _, education is important not only because it facilitates the acquisition of know
15、ledge, but also because it promotes an individuals _, moral and social development.regardlessconclusionmentalobjective mental acquire expose insight regardless conclusion responsibility contribute stimulatescientific method conventional wisdomancient philosopher make assumptionacquire knowledge and
16、understanding their theoriesComplete Chen Yangs presentation of the ways we acquire knowledge with the correct form of the phrases.Respected _ had their theories about how things worked. Even though most of _ have been proved wrong, the influence of their work is still felt today. It is interesting
17、to read how we _. Today, scientists use _ to analyse how people learn. ancient philosopherstheir theoriesacquire knowledge and understandingscientific methodsThey start by _ and then try to prove them. _ says that we should study hard, and this is true, but almost everyone agrees that we perform bet
18、ter when we are relaxed and happy.making assumptionscientific method conventional wisdomancient philosopher make assumptionacquire knowledge and understanding their theoriesConventional wisdomComplete the sentences using the correct form of have/ get something done and the cues in the brackets.Sam _
19、 (his / life / change) by one amazing teacher. He had always been a hard-working student but he _ (his / confidence / knock) due to some bad exam results. His teacher Ms Eriksson, noticed that Sam was not doing well in class and seemed tired and withdrawn. She also _ (her / concerns / share) by anot
20、her teacher that Sam might fail many of his subjects if things didnt change. had got / had his life changedgot / had his confidence knocked had / got her concerns sharedMs Eriksson worked with Sam before classes started in the morning, sharing advice on how to manage his time. She also _ (Sam / prac
21、tice) breathing and relaxation techniques. With the study tips and advice he had been given, Sam felt that he _ (his / confidence / increase).had got / had Sam practisedgot / had his confidence increasedWhen Sam got his exam results at the end of the year, he could not believe it he had gotten almos
22、t full marks in all subjects! He will never forget the kindness and support his wonderful teacher had shown him.Whats your understanding of education? Write a paragraph about it. Use the following questions to help you. What are the top three objectives of education? What are the important factors t
23、hat influence education? What do you think are the efficient ways of teaching children?My Understanding of EducationWhat have you learnt in this unit? Reflect and complete the diary. Then share in groups. Ways I learnt to acquire knowledge:_ Three impressive sentences Id like to remember from this unit:_ The study techniques I found most useful:_ The parts I like / dislike about this unit:_Use what you have learnt from the unit “Education” to introduce how Helen Keller was educated.
