2021学年Unit 2 Bridging Cultures学案

Unit 2Period 4 Using langauge （1） Listening学案

1. to listen for an interview about Confucius Institute—Chinese language learning abroad.

2. to learn how to carry on an interview talk fluently by asking questions and commenting.

3. to use functional sentences of the dialogue appropriately.

1)： Think and share ideas:

1.What do you know about Chinese language learning abroad?

2. How do people from other countries find out about Chinese culture?

2):  While listening:Listen to the conversation and answer the following questions.

1. Where does this conversation take place?

2. Who are the people speaking?

3 .What are they talking about?

3): Listen again and take notes by filling in the poster below.

•          Welcome to the Confucius Institute.

•          Learn to  _____________and all about_____________________

•          Our institute has grown! we started with______________________but now we have many more.

•          It is a centre for ___________________.You can learn and practice fascinating Chinese traditions.

•          Knowledge of the Chinese language and culture is important because of increasing________________________. Many students go on to great jobs in_____________________.

•          Join us today to help break down language and____________________ and bring the world together!

4):After listening:Answer the questions according to what you remember of the conversation.

1. What made Aisha feel like she was part of Ms Hu's family?

2. Why did Aisha want to become a teacher?

3. Why do students learning Chinese see it as beneficial to their future?

5): Speaking:interviwing a person

Imagine you're interviewing a student at a Confucius Institute in another country about his or her experience. Work with a partner to brainstorm what the interviewer might ask and how the student might answer. Then role-play the interview. Use the phrases and questions in the box to help you.

EXAMPLE

Example:

A: Hi, Jane. Welcome to the show!

B: Thanks for inviting me.

A: Tell us, what was your biggest challenge in learning Chinese at the beginning?

B: Well, I suppose it was difficult to grasp the tones at first.

A: I bet! Did joining the Confucius Institute help overcome this problem?

B: Absolutely! Getting involved with Chinese cultural activities there definitely helped a lot ...

Your answer sheet

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答案

1.keys:

1.As China has boomed, the connection between China and the rest of the world has increased. As a result, learning Chinese has become important for many people. Other people are learning Chinese because they are interested in Chinese culture.

2. By watching films, visiting China, attending a Confucius Institute, etc.

2)keys:

1. It appears to take place in a radio studio.

2. a radio host and a Chinese teacher named Aisha Khan.

3.They are talking about Chinese learning in the Confucius institute in Karachi, Pakistan.

3): keys:  1.Chinese culture  2.speak Chinese  3. a few students and teachers  4.Chinese activities 5.trade between China and Pakistan  6. Chinese companies  7. cultural barriers

4):  keys:1.Making and eating delicious dumplings together in Ms Hu’s home made Aisha feel like she was part of her family.

2. because she wanted to carry on Ms Hu’s work.

3.Because learning Chinese would help them find good jobs at Chinese companies.

5: Speaking:interviwing a person

keys:

•          A: Hi, Jane. Welcome to the show!

•          B: Thanks for inviting me.

•          A: Tell us, what was your biggest challenge in learning Chinese at the beginning?

•          B: Well, I suppose it was difficult to grasp the tones at first.

•          A: I bet! Did joining the Confucius Institute help overcome this problem?

•          B: Absolutely! Getting involved with Chinese cultural activities there definitely helped a lot. I got to practice my Chinese on a daily basis, and I could learn how native Chinese speakers spoke.

•          A: What do you feel is your biggest achievement?

•          B:  Learning Chinese characters! I have learnt about 1,500 so far. When I first started, I didn't think it was even going to be possible to learn so many, but now I find that I can read signs, menus, and even some easy newspaper articles.

•          A: What are you most keen on?

•          B: I've really become keen on learning more about the Chinese culture, in particular Chinese calligraphy. As I have learnt Chinese characters, I have developed a great appreciation for their meaning. I want to explore Chinese characters by learning how to write them in a more beautiful way.

•          A: Finally, what do you want to say to anyone interested in learning Chinese?

•          I have really become keen on learning more about the Chinese culture, in particular Chinese Calligraphy. As I have learnt Chinese character, I have developed a great appreciation for their meaning. I want to explore Chinese characters by learning how to write them in a more beautiful way.

•          A: Finally, what do you want to say to anyone interested in learning Chinese?

•          B: I'd say, give it a shot! While some aspects may be difficult, it is quite rewarding and you will be happy that you tried.

•          A: Thanks for your time.

•          B:You're welcome.