How Do You Do?（精选2篇）English Lesson Plan
I. Lesson Overview
Title: How Do You Do?（精选2篇）
Grade Level: Intermediate English Learners (CEFR B1-B2)
Duration: 2 lessons (90 minutes each)
Objective: Students will master the formal greeting "How do you do?" and its appropriate contexts, enhance conversational skills, and explore cultural differences in greetings through two thematic texts.
II. Learning Outcomes
1. Linguistic Competence:
- Correctly pronounce and use "How do you do?" in formal settings.
- Differentiate between formal/informal greetings (e.g., "How are you?" vs. "How do you do?").
2. Communicative Competence:
- Role-play formal introductions using target phrases.
- Analyze cultural nuances in greetings across English-speaking countries.
3. Critical Thinking:
- Compare greetings in Text 1 (historical context) and Text 2 (modern cross-cultural scenario).
- Evaluate the role of politeness in communication.
III. Materials
1. Text 1: "How Do You Do?—A Victorian Encounter" (Adapted historical dialogue)
2. Text 2: "Global Greetings: When 'How Do You Do?' Meets 'Namaste'" (Modern intercultural dialogue)
3. Multimedia: Audio clips of British/American pronunciation, video on international greetings
4. Handouts: Vocabulary lists, role-play cards, comparison charts
5. Whiteboard/projector for visual aids
IV. Lesson Structure
Lesson 1: Formal Greetings in Historical Context
1. Warm-Up (10 mins)
- Brainstorm formal greetings: "How do you do?" vs. "Nice to meet you."
- Quick quiz: Match greetings to formal/informal contexts.
2. Text 1 Analysis (30 mins)
- Read-aloud: Teacher models pronunciation of "How do you do?" in RP (Received Pronunciation).
- Group work: Identify 5 key phrases indicating formality (e.g., "May I introduce...", "I am delighted...").
- Discussion: Why was "How do you do?" essential in Victorian society? (Social hierarchy, politeness norms)
3. Pronunciation Practice (20 mins)
- Drill: Contrast "How do you do?" (formal) vs. "How are you?" (informal) using intonation patterns.
- Pair work: Students practice greeting each other with varying formality.
4. Role-Play Activity (25 mins)
- Scenario: A 19th-century ballroom introduction.
- Role cards: Lord/Lady, guest, butler.
- Feedback: Peer evaluation on politeness and pronunciation.
5. Homework (5 mins)
- Write a dialogue where "How do you do?" is used in a modern formal setting (e.g., job interview).
Lesson 2: Modern Cross-Cultural Greetings
1. Review (10 mins)
- Share homework dialogues; highlight creative uses of "How do you do?"
2. Text 2 Analysis (30 mins)
- Jigsaw reading: Half class reads Text 2 (British diplomat meets Indian host), other half watches video clip.
- Venn diagram: Compare greetings in Text 1 vs. Text 2 (formality, body language, cultural significance).
- Discussion: When is "How do you do?" still used today? (Royal events, diplomatic contexts)
3. Cultural Exploration (20 mins)
- Group research: Investigate greetings in 3 English-speaking countries (e.g., Australia: "G'day!", Canada: "How's it going?").
- Presentation: Each group shares findings; class votes on "most polite" greeting.
4. Creative Task (25 mins)
- Design a multicultural greeting guide for international students.
- Include: Phrases, gestures, dos/don’ts (e.g., bowing in Japan vs. handshake in UK).
5. Reflection & Assessment (5 mins)
- Exit ticket: "Write one thing you learned about greetings today."
V. Assessment
1. Formative:
- Participation in role-plays and discussions.
- Accuracy of pronunciation drills.
2. Summative:
- Role-play performance (rubric: clarity, politeness, cultural awareness).
- Written dialogue analysis (comparing Text 1 and Text 2).
VI. Differentiation
1. Support:
- Provide phrase banks for role-plays.
- Pre-teach vocabulary in Text 2.
2. Extension:
- Research non-English greetings (e.g., Mandarin "Ni hao").
- Debate: "Is 'How do you do?' outdated?"
VII. Reflection
1. Teacher:
- Did students grasp the formality of "How do you do?"?
- Were cultural comparisons effective?
2. Student:
- Self-assessment quiz: "Can I use greetings appropriately?"
VIII. Key Vocabulary
Formality、Politeness、Cross-cultural communication、Victorian era、Diplomacy、Role-play、Pronunciation、Intonation、Social hierarchy、Greeting etiquette
IX. Keywords
How Do You Do?、Formal Greeting、Cultural Differences、Intermediate English、Role-Play、Victorian Society、Modern Communication、Politeness Norms、Cross-Cultural Etiquette、Pronunciation Practice
X. Introduction
This lesson plan explores the phrase "How Do You Do?" through two contrasting texts: a historical Victorian dialogue and a modern cross-cultural encounter. Designed for intermediate learners, it combines linguistic practice with cultural analysis, enabling students to master formal greetings while understanding their evolution in global contexts. Activities include pronunciation drills, role-plays, and comparative studies, fostering both language proficiency and intercultural awareness.
