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New English Course— Reading, Writing and Translation Unit 2 Part B Five myths of studying in America 1. Brief introduction to the text: Five myths of studying in America is designed to show readers that there are many stereotypes held by people of different cultures about each other. In this passage, the author lists five myths held by some people about American students or American Education in general. After reading this passage, you may realize that the misconceptions held by others about you are no truer than those you might hold about them. Questions: what do you think might be some of the stereotypes held by other nations regarding Chinese students and education? 2. Structure Introduction: Starting with examples of misconceptions held by American students towards people in other nations; examples to misconceptions regarding US; the importance of breaking stereotypes and painting a realistic picture of life in the US. Body: Myth 1: American students are not as academically driven in comparison to other nations Myth 2: American students party all night and day. Myth 3: American students are all rich and can afford a college education. Myth 4: Most Americans (and college students) live in large cities which are crime-ridden with drugs and drive-by shooting. Myth 5: I have relatives in New York, so I want to stay with them and commute to Boston for my classes. Conclusion Just as Americans hold outrageous perceptions of the outside world, you too may need to check your assumptions about the US. It is advisable for people to “research before reacting”. 3. Word usage Commit 的意思及用法 Refer to sentences in Task 3 on page 53. Coping with the Stress of Studying Away from Home 1. Brief introduction to the text: This passage provides some good advice for anyone thinking about studying in a foreign country. The author identifies such common problems as homesickness, culture shock and the “Martian effect”, and gives suggestions on ways to deal with them. Tho