新视野大学英语（第四版）读写教程1（思政智慧版）课件 Unit4 Social media matters .pptx

Unit4Social media mattersThe advantages of a new medium will become such as to lead to the emergence of a new civilization.— Harold Innis(Canadian professor of political economy)读写教程 1 Preview新视野大学英语（第四版）读写教程 1Is social media a good thing or a bad thing? This may be the most frequently asked question about social media. No doubt, social media has fundamentally changed the way people live. It offers quick access to information, provides a convenient and efficient means of connecting with friends and family, and presents educational opportunities previously unavailable. For many, it is hard to imagine a day without social media.However, social media may also pose challenges, including addiction, depression, and cyberbullying. Parents should watch Preview新视野大学英语（第四版）读写教程 1closely what their children are doing and how much time they spend on social media. Perhaps we should also ask ourselves these questions: How much social media is too much? Are we spending too much time on it? How can we use social media in a responsible and civilized way to enjoy the benefits while avoiding its negative effects? How can we take advantage of social media to promote responsible behavior and a positive life attitude? Section APre-reading activitiesDetailed study of the textReading comprehensionLanguage focusStructure analysis and writing新视野大学英语（第四版）读写教程 1 Work in small groups and discuss the following questions.1 How much time do you spend on social media every day? What do you do with social media?I spend 1-2 hours on average on social media every day. Social media helps me keep in close touch with my family and friends. We have audio and video chats and post photos and messages online to keep each other updated. For example, I often post photos of my favorite food and my thoughts on a good book or movie. I also use social media to get a quick update of what’s happening domestically and globally.新视野大学英语（第四版）读写教程 1Section APre-reading activities Work in small groups and discuss the foll