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李燕李燕李燕李燕LISTENING&SPEAKING IIIEXPERIENCING ENGLISHUnit 8 TechnologyUnit 8 Technology“Operate with caution.”Unit 8 TechnologyUnit 8 TechnologyUnit OverviewIn this unit students listen to extracts about technology.Students have an opportunity to talk about problems they have had with technology,and to discuss the pros and cons of computer games and other high-tech entertainment.Unit 8 TechnologyUnit 8 TechnologyWarm upListening TaskReal World ListeningInteraction LinkUnit 8 TechnologyWarm upWarm Up FocusStudents will review and expand their vocabulary related to pros and cons of technology.This vocabulary is useful for talking about:security,viruses,violations of privacy,addictive qualities of technology,and convenience of computers.Unit 8 TechnologyWarm upPreviewWhat are some popular high-tech products?How many of you have your own computer?Video games?An iPod?What do you think this unit is about?Unit 8 TechnologyWarm upCheck Vocabulary Knowledge identity theft=when someone steals your identity information and uses it to buy things with your credit cards virus=a program that damages your computer incompatible=not able to work well together clogged up=stuck or stopped from too much of something spam=unwanted and unasked-for e-mail messages update=a new version of somethingUnit 8 TechnologyWarm upWarm Up Read this magazine article about modern technology.Write the missing words and phrases.identity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm upMODERN TECHNOLOGY:FRIEND OR FOE?Modern technology has made our lives easier.But have we traded convenience for danger?Lets take a look at the dark side of technology:Unit 8 TechnologyWarm up1.Hidden Expenses:Better save up some cash.Program developers are constantly changing their software,and you may need to pay to get the newest _.Getting ready to buy a new computer?You might find that the programs you already own are _ with your new system.identity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm up2.Security:The Internet has made shopping easy.But it is possible to steal online credit information.Thats why insurance companies are offering _ policies.You also have to worry about _ that could damage your computer.identity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm up3.Privacy:Many people couldnt live without e-mail.But most people could live without _.Your inbox can get so _ with cyber junk mail that you spend all your time _ it.And what about those“cute”_ people send?They might seem funny to some people,but theyre annoying to most.identity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm up4.Mental Health:Computers are very entertaining,but have people become too attached?For some,the computer has become an _.Video games and online gambling are _ activities that can make you a prisoner of your computer.identity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm upWarm Up Now listen and check.Unit 8 TechnologyWarm up1.Hidden Expenses:Better save up some cash.Program developers are constantly changing their software,and you may need to pay to get the newest _.Getting ready to buy a new computer?You might find that the programs you already own are _ with your new system.updatesincompatibleidentity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm up2.Security:The Internet has made shopping easy.But it is possible to steal online credit information.Thats why insurance companies are offering _ policies.You also have to worry about _ that could damage your computer.identity theftvirusesidentity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm up3.Privacy:Many people couldnt live without e-mail.But most people could live without _.Your inbox can get so _ with cyber junk mail that you spend all your time _ it.And what about those“cute”_ people send?They might seem funny to some people,but theyre annoying to most.spamclogged updeletingforwardsidentity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm up4.Mental Health:Computers are very entertaining,but have people become too attached?For some,the computer has become an _.Video games and online gambling are _ activities that can make you a prisoner of your computer.obsessionaddictiveidentity theft obsession incompatible updates delete forwards clogged up viruses addictive spamUnit 8 TechnologyWarm upPair WorkWhat do you think of the high-tech products?Do you view them as friends or foes?Why?Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskListening Task Focus What problems do these people have with their computers?Why is the speaker complaining about computers?Which statement do you think the speaker would agree with?Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskPreparation QuestionLook at the pictures.What problems do these people have with their computers?Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskCheck Vocabulary Knowledge hilarious=really funny forward=an e-mail passed on to people it wasnt originally written toUnit 8 TechnologyListening TaskFirst ListeningWhy is the speaker complaining about computers?Fill in the missing information with what youve just heard.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskFirst Listening1.Someone stole _ information.2.Hes had to spend a lot on _.3.She doesnt like to _.her credit-cardupgradesreceive useless e-mails4.Hes playing _ too much.video gamesUnit 8 TechnologyListening TaskFirst ListeningWhich statement do you think the speaker would agree with?Give reasons for your choice and discuss those reasons with people who chose the other answer.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskSecond Listening1.People shouldnt use their credit cards over the internet.Websites should take additional security measures to protect buyers.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskSecond Listening2.Software companies should offer more free or low cost upgrades.Software companies should upgrade programs less frequently so buyers dont need to repurchase constantly.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskSecond Listening3.E-mail should be used only for serious communication.people should think more carefully before forwarding lots of jokes and funny pictures.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskSecond Listening4.Video games can become and obsession.Video games cause people to become lazy and violent.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskThird ListeningAnswer the following questions.1.Why didnt the first speaker have to pay for any of the things?Because she called the credit card company and they had identity theft insurance.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskThird ListeningAnswer the following questions.2.What were the good things the second speaker said about his new computer?It was definitely a cool machine.It got more memory than his old one,and it was faster.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskThird ListeningAnswer the following questions.3.Why did the third speaker say that she didnt even get to read her important e-mails sometimes?Because her inbox was always clogged up with forwards.Unit 8 TechnologyListening TaskThird ListeningAnswer the following questions.4.What was Johns excuse for playing the video game for hours?He said that he had to get to level five before he could take a rest.Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningReal World Listening FocusStudents will:listen to Jeff,a video game developer,defend his product;have an opportunity to offer opinions on Jeffs arguments;discuss the pros and cons of video games.Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningConcept Check Video and computer games:A fun release of energy or a waste of time?Who thinks video and computer games are a wonderful invention?Who thinks they are a waste of time?Are many of them too violent?Do you think they influence the way people behave in real life?Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningPrepareJeff Townsend is a video game developer.Hes on Tech Trek to discuss his new video game“The Butcher.”Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningPrepareWhat do you think Jeff will say about“The Butcher”?Its fun.It causes people to become violent.It helps to prevent violence.Its good lesson for children.Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningPrepareNow listen and check.Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningPrepareWhat do you think Jeff will say about“The Butcher”?Its fun.It causes people to become violent.It helps to prevent violence.Its good lesson for children.Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningGet the Main IdeasCheck the statements that Jeff believes.Violent video games should be played only by adults.Video games are just entertainment.People are smart enough to understand the difference between fantasy and real life.No one is going to try to imitate the Butcher.Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningGet the Main IdeasCheck the statements that Jeff believes.Youll be more relaxed if you play the game.It is better to let out your anger and frustration in a fantasy game than in real life.The game encourages people to become cops.People cant get a real addiction to video games.Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningGet the DetailsComplete the following with what youve heard.1.Today,we are going to review three new video games whose names are _,_,and _.2.A lot of people think that video games like“The Butcher”actually cause _,that theyre _ on children.“The butcher”violencea bad influence“Pirate Party”“Marooned on Mars”Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningGet the DetailsComplete the following with what youve heard.3.To me,video games are just _.I think people can tell the difference _.4.You could _ criminals for an hour,and then go on with the rest of your day _.entertainmenthack upin a peaceful,happy moodbetween a video game and real lifeUnit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningRespond to the IdeasDo you agree with Jeff?Why or why not?Which of his points is the strongest?The weakest?What do you think of all the new forms of entertainment made possible by computers?What are some of the negative and positive effects?Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningExtensionComment on one of the situations below to expand the discussion on video games.Situation 1:A mothers group wants the government to set a minimum age for buying or using video games.Situation 2:Six months after“The Butcher”is released,there is an increase in crimes that copy the video game.Unit 8 TechnologyReal World ListeningExtensionComment on one of the situations below to expand the discussion on video games.Situation 3:A coworker plays computer games on his company computer during lunchtime and coffee breaks.Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesShort Version(1520 minutes)1.Read each issue,and in the box in the“Me”column,write your opinion.2.Interview a partner.Take turns asking the questions in the“Issue”column,and write your partners answers in the“My partner”column.Talk about the reasons for your opinions.Do you agree?Did your partner have some reasons that you didnt think about?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesShort Version IssueMe My partnerDo video games cause violence?Where is it acceptable or unacceptable to talk on a cell phone?Is it OK to break up with a boyfriend or girlfriend by e-mail?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesShort VersionIssueMe My partnerIs it OK to meet an online friend in person?Is it safe to buy things on the Internet with a credit card?Should downloading music and moves be legal or illegal?Why?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesLong Version(Option A)(3060 minutes)1.Read each issue,and in the box in the“Me”column,write your opinion.2.Interview a partner.Take turns asking the questions in the“Issue”column,and write your partners answers in the“My partner”column.Talk about the reasons for your opinions.Do you agree?Did your partner have some reasons that you didnt think about?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesLong Version(Option A)IssueMe My partnerDo video games cause violence?Where is it acceptable or unacceptable to talk on a cell phone?Is it OK to break up with a boyfriend or girlfriend by e-mail?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesLong Version(Option A)IssueMe My partnerIs it OK to meet an online friend in person?Is it safe to buy things on the Internet with a credit card?Should downloading music and moves be legal or illegal?Why?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesLong Version(Option A)3.Move around the class interviewing partners to find someone who has the same opinions about all six issues.Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesLong Version(Option B)(3060 minutes)1.Read each issue,and in the box in the“Me”column,write your opinion.2.Interview a partner.Take turns asking the questions in the“Issue”column,and write your partners answers in the“My partner”column.Talk about the reasons for your opinions.Do you agree?Did your partner have some reasons that you didnt think about?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesLong Version(Option B)IssueMe My partnerDo video games cause violence?Where is it acceptable or unacceptable to talk on a cell phone?Is it OK to break up with a boyfriend or girlfriend by e-mail?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesLong Version(Option B)IssueMe My partnerIs it OK to meet an online friend in person?Is it safe to buy things on the Internet with a credit card?Should downloading music and moves be legal or illegal?Why?Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkTechnological IssuesLong Version(Option B)3.Look at all six issues again,and choose one that you have especially strong opinions about.4.Talk about the issue you chose.Some of you may have opposite opinions.Give reasons that support your opinion,and try to convince the others to change their minds.Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkAdvantages and Disadvantages of the InternetInternet has been perhaps the most outstanding innovation in the field of communication in the history of mankind.As with every single innovation,internet has its own advantages and disadvantages.But usually,greater magnitude of advantages outweighs its disadvantages.Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkAdvantages and Disadvantages of the InternetTalk about the advantages and disadvantages of the Internet according to the following hints.Unit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkAdvantages of the Internet Information Services Communication E-Commerce EntertainmentUnit 8 TechnologyInteraction LinkDisadvantages of the Internet Theft of Personal Information Spamming Virus Threat Pornography
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