捷进401.ppt

Jiejin College English Reading 4 Chapter 1 Language and Learning Language and learning In this chapter, students will read two major passages dealing with the growth of English as a second and international language. The first article also discusses the spread of English and its use in the media, transportation, technology, international business, and diplomacy. It then are different and describes its role in youth culture. Steps: Before you read : Deal with EX1 and EX2 Reading: 2. Analysis of language points 3. Text study After you read: 4. Writing 5. Exercises Part 1 Reading skills and Strategies English as a Universal Language Before You Read Strategy : Getting meaning from words structure and context Try to guess the meaning of new or unfamiliar words as you read. To do this, break them into smaller words, into prefixes and suffixes, or use clues from the context－ the words that come before and after the new word. Page 4 EX1 Getting Meaning from Words Structure and context universal= universe+al meaning: C global .status A existence ( condition, usage, rank ) Dialect D ways of speaking widespread B extended supplementing : C being used in addition to prevails D predominates Maritime A sea tongue D language Ex 2: Skimming for main ideas 1.How English is taught in different countries 2.Where English is taught 3.The use of English among young people 4.The use of English in literature and poetry (no) 5.The use of English in business, science, and diplomacy 6.Comparisons of the use of English and the use of some other languages Introduction: 1.Are you learning English because you think it is a universal language, or is there some other reason for you to learn it ? 2.What uses does learning English have for people from your culture? Reading : Text structure : heading and subheadings English as a Universal Language : paragraph A-B Media and Transportation: PC-D The information Age : PE – H Intern