English Lesson Plan: He Has a Car (Selected Two Articles)
I. Lesson Information
1. Grade Level: Intermediate (B1-B2)
2. Class Duration: 90 minutes (2 sessions)
3. Total Students: 20-30
4. Teaching Objectives:
- Enable students to understand and analyze two selected articles about "He has a car" with different themes.
- Improve students' reading comprehension skills through detailed text analysis.
- Enhance students' vocabulary related to transportation, lifestyle, and social issues.
- Develop students' ability to express opinions and engage in discussions on related topics.
II. Materials Needed
1. Copies of the two selected articles (Article A: "The Impact of Car Ownership on Urban Life"; Article B: "A Teenager's Journey to Owning His First Car")
2. Projector and computer for presentation
3. Whiteboard and markers
4. Vocabulary lists and worksheets
5. Discussion question cards
III. Lesson Procedures
Session 1: Introduction and Article A Analysis (45 minutes)
1. Warm-up Activity (10 minutes)
- Show a short video clip about urban traffic and car ownership.
- Ask students: "What are the advantages and disadvantages of owning a car in a city?" Write their answers on the whiteboard.
2. Vocabulary Pre-teaching (10 minutes)
- Introduce key vocabulary from Article A: urbanization, congestion, public transportation, environmental impact, commute, etc.
- Provide definitions, example sentences, and ask students to create their own sentences using the new words.
3. Article A Reading (15 minutes)
- Distribute copies of Article A.
- Ask students to read the article silently and underline any unfamiliar words.
- After reading, discuss the main idea of the article as a class.
4. Comprehension Questions (10 minutes)
- Divide students into small groups.
- Provide a set of comprehension questions related to Article A (e.g., "What are the main problems caused by car ownership in cities?" "How does the author suggest solving these problems?").
- Each group discusses the questions and prepares answers to share with the class.
Session 2: Article B Analysis and Discussion (45 minutes)
1. Review of Article A (5 minutes)
- Quickly recap the main points of Article A.
- Ask a few students to share their group's answers to the comprehension questions.
2. Vocabulary Pre-teaching for Article B (10 minutes)
- Introduce key vocabulary from Article B: independence, responsibility, financial planning, part-time job, etc.
- Use similar methods as in Session 1 to teach the new words.
3. Article B Reading (15 minutes)
- Distribute copies of Article B.
- Students read the article silently and take notes on important details.
- After reading, discuss the main idea and the author's tone.
4. Group Discussion (10 minutes)
- Divide students into new groups.
- Provide discussion question cards with topics related to both articles (e.g., "Is car ownership a symbol of success? Why or why not?" "How can young people balance the desire for a car with financial and environmental responsibilities?").
- Each group discusses the questions and prepares a short presentation of their views.
5. Group Presentations and Class Feedback (5 minutes)
- Each group presents their views to the class.
- Encourage other students to ask questions and provide feedback.
IV. Assessment
1. Reading Comprehension Quiz (10 minutes)
- At the end of Session 2, give a short quiz with multiple-choice and short-answer questions based on both articles.
2. Participation and Group Work Evaluation
- Evaluate students' participation in discussions, group work, and presentations based on a rubric.
V. Homework
1. Write a short essay (200-300 words) on one of the following topics:
- "The Pros and Cons of Car Ownership in My City"
- "My Dream Car and How I Plan to Achieve It"
2. Review the vocabulary lists and prepare for a vocabulary test in the next class.
VI. Extension Activities (Optional)
1. Invite a guest speaker (e.g., a traffic planner, an environmental activist, or a car enthusiast) to talk about the impact of cars on society.
2. Organize a field trip to a car show or a public transportation hub to observe different modes of transportation.
Keywords: English lesson plan、He has a car、selected articles、reading comprehension、vocabulary、group discussion、essay writing
Introduction: This English lesson plan is designed for intermediate-level students to analyze two selected articles about "He has a car" with different themes. The plan includes vocabulary pre-teaching, reading comprehension activities, group discussions, and essay writing assignments. Through these activities, students will improve their reading skills, expand their vocabulary, and develop their ability to express opinions on related topics.
