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English for Careers 2 Unit 1 WorkplaceTeaching objectiveAfter studying this unit, the students are able to master the key words and structures, and more importantly, to communicate for the following purposes: understanding workplace fashion trends understanding a code of conduct (of a workplace) having internal communication understanding and writing a notice preparing for a party mastering time managementThe method of approach 1. Discussing, listening, reading, presenting, and role-playing by the students;2. Explanation and demonstration by the teacher;3. After-class research and practice by the students.Unit contentReading A: Workplace Fashion TrendsReading B: Boeing Code of ConductListening & Speaking: Having Internal CommunicationWriting: NoticeMini-project: Preparing for a PartyLearning Strategy: Time ManagementTime requirement: 8-9 periods推荐精选Unit Focusfit in with reputation pros and cons outfitcompliment for instance casual settingproductive incorporateTeaching proceduresThis unit is arranged for a time span of 8 hours, during which a time limit is suggested for each step. Though its always important to keep a time limit in mind for each activity, a teacher should never stick to a rigid time plan in teaching, but rather follow a more flexible time table when dealing with unexpected in-class occurrences and make necessary adjustments accordingly. Note that not every step suggested here is a must in teaching. A teacher can make whatever changes he thinks necessary. Hour 1: Course introduction 45 minutes Warming-up Task 110 minutesObjective: Ss can identify different rooms in an office. Steps:Ss read Warming-up Task 1. Get Ss to look at the layout of the office. Ask Ss to identify different rooms.推荐精选Give the suggested answers.Suggested answers:B4 C5 D3 E6 F2 G7Task 210 minutesObjective: Ss can give directions. Steps:Ss read Warming-up Task 2. Get Ss to look at the picture of Task 1. Ask Ss to work in pairs and tell each other how to find Mike and Jack in the office. Ask some Ss to report in class. Give the suggested answers.Suggested answers:Go through the reception room to the hallway. The first room on your left is the multifunction meeting room. Mike is having a meeting there. Keep going straight along the hallway till you get to the end of it. Jack is working in the last staff office on your left.New words in Reading A15 minutesObjective: Ss can get familiar with the new words and expressions, etc.推荐精选Steps: Ss listen to the new words and expressions, etc. Ss read the new words and expressions, etc.Notes: For a class with higher English proficiency, the teacher may follow the following steps: Ss preview the new words and expressions. Ss read the new words and expressions. Ss dictate several important new words and expressions.Discussions before Reading A10 minutesObjective: Ss can get familiar with the new words and expressions, etc.Steps: Ss know something about Reading A. Ss discuss the following two questions:1. What are the pros and cons of relying on workplace fashion trends?2. Before relying on workplace fashion trends, what will you do? Comment briefly on their work.Hours 2-3: Reading A 45 minutes 推荐精选Language points35 minutesParagraph 1fit in with: to live, work, etc. in an easy and natural way with someone/somethinge.g.Hes never done this type of work before; Im not sure how hell fit in with the other people.Our national policy fits in with the changed international situation.reputation: n. the opinion that people have about what someone/something is like, based on what has happened in the paste.g.The school has a good reputation for examination results.He earned the reputation of being a hard worker.Paragraph 2pros and cons: the advantages and disadvantages of somethinge.g.What comment do you have on the pros and cons of studying abroad?We weighed up the pros and cons of starting up our own business.outfit: n. a set of clothes, especially one that you wear for a special occasione.g.She was dressed in a white outfit.推荐精选On the opening ceremony of the sports meet, all of us wore sports outfits.The football team members were wearing orange outfits.compliment: n. a remark that shows you admire someone/somethinge.g.Thank you very much for your compliment.He knew that he had just been paid a great compliment.She took his acceptance as a great compliment.Paragraph 3for instance: for examplee.g.What would you do, for instance, if you found a member of staff stealing?His spelling is terrible. For instance, look at this word!For instance, an electric fire is a relatively expensive method of heating a room.casual: a. informale.g.He was wearing casual clothes, not his school ones.We dont like his casual behavior.Paragraph 4setting: n. a set of surroundings; the place at which something happens推荐精选e.g.It was the perfect setting for a wonderful Christmas.People tend to behave differently in different social settings.The old castle would have provided the perfect setting for a horror story.productive: a. producing or achieving a lote.g.Agriculture and industry both grow more productive.There are a lot of productive workers in this factory.Paragraph 6incorporate: v. to include something so that it forms a part of something elsee.g.Many of your suggestions have been incorporated into the plan.We have incorporated all the latest safety features into the design.His picture had been incorporated without his permission into an advertisement.Task 15 minutesObjective: Ss can understand the passage and write the correct order.Steps: Ss do Task 1. Ask Ss to work individually.推荐精选 Check the answers.Suggested Answers:1. C 2. D 3. B 4. F 5. E 6. ATask 25 minutesObjective: Ss can decide whether the following statements are true or false according to the passage.Steps: Ss do Task 2. Ask Ss to work individually. Check the answers.Suggested Answers:1. F 2. F 3. F 4. F 5. TLanguage lab45 minutes Task 15 minutesObjective: Ss know the spelling and meaning of the words and expressions from Reading A.Steps: Ss read Task 1. Allow Ss 5 minutes to do the task.推荐精选 Check the answers.KeyKey: 1. J 2. I 3. F 4. H 5. B 6. G7. D 8. E 9. A 10.C Task 210 minutesObjective: Ss can use the words and expressions from Reading A.Steps: Ss do Task 2. Ask Ss to work individually. Check the answers.Answers 1. incorporate 2. hampered 3. displayed 4. reputation 5. impartially6. abused 7. approve 8. violation 9. for instance 10. underlies Task 310 minutesObjective: Ss can use the words and expressions from Reading A.Steps: Ss do Task 3. Ask Ss to work individually. Check the answers.推荐精选Key: 1. You can display your companys products if you go to the trade fair.2. Despite severe discomfort, she remains actively engaged in helping those in need after the earthquake.3. We can ensure the safety of the workers if we check the machines carefully.4. To make sure the plan fits in with our arrangements, you need to have a discussion with him.5. We have to rely on ourselves to solve the problem because they are very busy for the moment. Task 410 minutesObjective: Ss can express ideas in writing using the two models outlined for Task 4.Steps: Read the models to Ss with an explanation if needed. Ss work in pairs. Check the answers.Key: Model 1推荐精选1. Before booking a train ticket, youd better find out if the time suits you.2. After finishing his paper, he checked his spelling very carefully.3. He was very sorry for being late for school again.Model 21. What interests the children a lot is that there are many animals in the zoo.2. What she said at the meeting is that the program will be put off.3. What Mr. Li was proud of was that his son won in the match. Task 510 minutesObjective: Ss can use the vocabulary in Reading A for translation.Steps: Ss work individually or in pairs and translate the sentences. Ask two Ss to write their translations on the board. Comment briefly on their work with emphasis on the structures of their sentences.Key: 1. All the company rules and regulations must be strictly observed.2. We should be casual when we stay with these students.推荐精选3. The above-mentioned are some communication skills that are very useful in an office setting.4. We have a professional team to market our products.5. Do you know black clothes will be trendy this fall?6. We would rather rely on ourselves instead of seeking help from others.7. New vehicles must comply with national standards.8. Some young people in our company may come to seek your advice.Hours 4-5: Listening45 minutes Task 15 minutesObjective: Ss can accurately write down the missing information.Script:W: Roy, I shall work out a time to meet with your people to discuss the new project.M: Do you wish everyone in the department to be there? Wilson is on vacation this week.W: It would be best if everybody could be there. When will Wilson come back?M: Next Monday.W: How about sometime next week? M: Let me look at the schedule first. Ill get back to you this afternoon.推荐精选W: Thank you.KeyKey: 1. the new project 2. on vacation3. next Monday 4. the schedule Task 210 minutesObjective: Ss can decide whether the statements are true or false.Script:M: Hi, Shelly, how are you today?W: Well, I didnt sleep very well last night. Im having a slight headache now. M: Im sorry to hear that. Hope youll be better soon.W: Thanks. Do you know that a shift-work system is to be introduced next month?M: Really? How will we be affected?W: The system will affect everyone in our office. It will be on a two-shift basis7 a.m. to 2 p.m., and 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. M: I wonder which shift Ill be working on.W: Why dont we go and ask the manager?M: I shall wait. Actually it doesnt make any difference which shift I am allocated. 推荐精选Key:1. T 2. F 3. T 4. F Task 310 minutesObjective: Ss can accurately tick off the items according to the conversation.Script:W: What do you usually wear for work?M: I dont need to meet customers too often, so I usually wear very casual clothes in my office, like jeans and T-shirts. I feel more relaxed in that. W: What do you think of the dressing policies of a company?M: Well, I think formal business clothes should be worn when meeting with customers and clients at scheduled meetings. That gives people a sense of trust and authority. W: Yes. By looking neat and smart, well be able to gain the trust of customers. M: Right. But at other times, staff can wear business casual clothes. This includes dress shirts, collared sports shirts, sweaters or skirts. But shoes should be formal. I suppose casual sandals and slippers are not suitable in the workplace. 推荐精选W: And I think blue jeans, T-shirts and shorts are far too casual to be accepted in the office. M: I dont agree on this. I think casual wear brings a sense of freedom in the office and can inspire us in our job. W: Maybe you are right.KeyKey: Task 410 minutesObjective: Ss can understand the conversation and choose the best answer.Script:M: A report says that there has been too much water cooler chat in the company recently. I dont think Mr. Blacksmith will be happy when he reads it.W: Well, the boss may not like it, but we do. Its always relaxing to stay at the water cooler and chat for a while. It helps to ease the tension from the workload.推荐精选M: Yes, I agree. But havent you noticed that some of our workmates are spending too much time chatting around the water cooler?W: You are right. I guess we need to come back to work once we finish our cup of coffee or tea. M: I dont want our nice and pleasant water cooler chats to ever get the boss angry.W: Neither do I. I think the point is that we keep chatting at the water cooler until it is too long.M: Yes. Otherwise we might drink too much water and spend a lot of time in the bathroom! W: You bet! Q1: Who is Mr. Blacksmith?Q2: What does the woman think of the water cooler chat?Q3: Which of the following statements is true according to the conversation?Q4: What are the attitudes of the man and the woman toward the recent water cooler chatting in the company?KeyKey: 推荐精选1. A 2. B 3. B 4. C Task 510 minutesObjective: Ss can find specific information from listening to a passage related to the theme.Script & Key:We all know that communication is the key to a healthy relationship in and out of work. Dealing with people can be very annoying, because each of us has a different view on life and how things ought to be. Try your best to speak to your boss, but in a polite and respectful way. Always remember that a good job is hard to find and one should be professional under all situations. Another brilliant way of dealing with your boss is by studying him. Notice the signals he or she sends; pick up on body language as well as spoken language. Figure out your bosss agenda. Then, youll be able to read your boss better, understand what he or she is telling you and decide the best course of action. And dont be afraid to ask your co-workers for help. Get yourself ready to help in the work, and always look on the positive side of things. If your boss says he or she needs something done, dont say, “Thats impossible.” Say, “Im on it.” If you were in your bosss position, wouldnt you want someone telling you that theyre on board and ready to help?Speaking45 minutes Task 645 minutesObjective: Ss are able to practice showing a new colleague around the office (and the other as a newcomer) 推荐精选with the useful expressions.Steps: Ss read Task 6. Ss work in pairs, one showing a new colleague around the office and the other as a newcomer.Key: (Omitted) Hours 6-7: Reading B 45 minutes New words 5 minutesObjective: Ss can get familiar with the new words and expressions, etc.Steps: Ss listen to the new words and expressions, etc. Ss read the new words and expressions, etc. Fast reading 20 minutesObjective: Ss can comprehend Reading B.Steps: Ss read the passage. Provide help if needed. Task 1 10 minutes推荐精选Objective: Ss can decide whether the following statements are true or false according to the passage.Steps: Ss read the passage. Ss complete the task. Ss compare their work with others. Select Ss to present their work.KeyKey: 1. F 2. F 3. T 4. F 5. F Task 2 10 minutesObjective: Ss can comprehend the specific information taken from the passage.Steps: Ss read the passage. Ss complete the task. Ss compare their work with others. Select Ss to present their work.Key: 1. N 2. N 3. A 4. N 5. A 6. N Writing 45 minutes推荐精选 Task 1 15 minutesObjective: Ss can get familiar with the style of notice.Steps: Ss do the task individually. Ss compare with each others answers. Provide help if needed. Present the answers.Key:NoticeKindly note that our Healthcare Center will be relocated to the following address with effect from September 1, 2009.New address: 909 J 2nd Street North, FultonNew YorkTelephone numbers and fax numbers remain unchanged. Thanks for your kind attention and continuous support. Task 2 15 minutesObjective: Ss can get familiar with the style of notice.Steps: Ss do the task individually.推荐精选 Ss compare with each others answers. Provide help if needed. Present the answers.Key: Sample:NoticePlease be informed that Office Safety Training Section will be conducted from 2:30 to 4:30 this Friday afternoon in Conference Room 109. All staff are required to come. Handouts will be available after the section. Jacky Tam Office Manager July 15, 2009 Task 3 15 minutesObjective: Ss can get familiar with the style of notice.Steps:推荐精选 Ss do the task individually. Ss compare with each others answers. Provide help if needed. Present the answers.Sample: NoticePlease be informed that a three-day sightseeing trip will be arranged for all the staff in our company.Time: May 28May 30, 2010Destination: Guilin, Guangxi ProvinceItinerary: May 28 evening Train to Guilin, Guangxi Province May 29 morning City tour in Guilin May 29 afternoon Cruise on Lijiang River May 29 evening Free time in Yangshuo May 30 morning Train backAccommodation: Three-star hotelsTransportation: Train, bus and cruiserTrip Fare: Covered by the companyOthers: No family members allowedThose who will participate please confirm with me before May 20, 2010. 推荐精选xxx Office Supervisor May 15, 2010Hour 8: Mini-Project 40 minutesObjective: Ss can know how to hold a party.Steps: Grouping. Divide the class into groups. There are several ways: Ss pick up their own partners; Teachers group fast learners with slow learners; Ss find their partners by drawing lots. Defining the project. Go through the project with the class and clarify requirements. They may search online for information on how to do the preparations. Timing & cooperation. Give Ss the deadline for completion and guidelines on working together. Time management and job division are likely to be serious problems at the beginning, where basic instructions from the teacher should come in. As Ss get used to the Mini-project, they will become more experienced. Remind them that different Ss have different work but everybody contributes to the project. They discuss first and then decide who will do what. Presentation. Ss present their evidence for completion. In this project, they need to present their preparations to the class. Ask Ss to rehearse before giving performance in class. 推荐精选 Quiz 5 minutes （注：可编辑下载，若有不当之处，请指正，谢谢!） 推荐精选
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