Unit 2“Future”, is a puzzling word for all the people in this world, including the scientists and the common. What will the world be like in five hundred year’s time?A thousand years’ time? Or more? Some people are pessimistic, and fear that things can only get wore because people may be slaves of the developed science and technology. Others are optimistic, looking forward to a better world and a happy life with the development of science and technology. In this Unit, we are given two texts about “smart cars”, a kind of intelligent products that bring so much convenience to people in the future. Then let’s come to Unit2 and learn something about “smart cars” in about 7 classes..Objectives in Unit 2:⒈words and phrases:alert application capability convert correlate decrease(increase) drastically eliminate expansion prototype manufacturing in the air take control of get/be stuck in turn(sth.) into/become a reality appropriate implement outline permanent thereby at the start of by means of in cooperation with⒉structure:①double prepositions②V. + it +adj. + to do③“” (present or past) is used as adjective to modify noun.⒊ learn some techniques in expository writing(definition, quote, a mixture of facts and opinions, etc.)4. writing: how to write a resume ( need explaining in detail)--- for homework to introduce next unit.For the first period: (1st,2nd class) have a revision of Unit 1 and come to Unit 2(words and phrases)Text A Smart CarsⅠSOME QUESTIONS for group discussion: (30 minutes)①What will the world be like in the future? (worse or better) What aspect do youthink in the world will change most?—Worse: destroyed by the people themselves, war, depend excessively on advanced science and technology to become lazy, indifferent, lack love between peopleand people, the Judge Day.—Better: make good use of science and technology to improve the world, a world garden, a society like Communist Society, happy life, share—Aspect: people’s life ,( way of thinking, custom)②With the development of science and technology, what will happen to cars? Whatcan be called “smart cars”?—In the film “007”, a “smart car ” is described. It was a transportation for Bond and the name was “the vanish”. It was a car of “adopted camouflage. Ti nycameras on all sides…project the image they see onto a light-emitting…polymer skin on the opposite side. For the casual eyes, it’s as good as invisible. Plus all the usual refinements, ejector seat…”③Would you like to drive a smart car? Why or why not?Like—convenient, comfortable, a vehicle avoiding traffic accidents, safe, with many functions that we can imagineDo not like—can not enjoy the pleasure of driving a car, too complex④ Free writing :(Finish it in ten minutes)*You may begin with the sentences:A. If I could afford a car, I will buy one without hesitation because…….B. Even if I could afford a car, I may not actually want to drive one because…... *State your viewpoints to the other students in your groupⅡ Background information (Introduction of Cars) : (10 minutes)The invention of cars ─ The first self-propelled car was built by Nicolas Cugnot in 1769 which could attain speeds of up to 6 kms/hour. In 1771 he again designed another steam-driven engine which ran so fast that it rammed into a wall, recording the worlds first accident.Some famous brands of cars ─General MotorsFord Motor Company(Ford Lincoln Mercury Mazda Volvo JaguarLand Rover Aston Martin)?DaimlerChrysler （戴姆勒-克莱斯勒）(DaimlerChryslers’ passen ger car brands include Maybach, Mercedes-Benz, Chrysler, Jeep?, Dodge and smart. Commercial vehicle brands include Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Sterling, Western ,Star and Setra)Toyota (Toyota is a world famous brand of cars. The company is in Japan) Mercedes-Benz (This brand has stood for more than 100 years. It is a German company.)From the questions we discussed in the above, we can get a general impression on the future world and the smart cars in the future. Smart cars that can see, hear, feel, smell, talk, and drive on their own… all that sounds like a dream maybe become a reality with the help of computer revolution and with the appearance of smart cars, the modern science and technology will bring some effects on man in the future possibly. Thereby, let’s look at the first text “Smart Cars”.Ⅲ TEXT ORGANIZATION: (15 minutes)Part one paras 1—3 New technology will have a dramatic impact on cars andhighways in the 21st century.Part two paras 4—9 With the aid of advanced technology, smart cars willbe designed that they can help eliminate trafficaccidents, determine their own precise locations andwarn of traffic jams.Smart cars are superior to the ordinary cars in many ways: (let thestudents find answers in this part)①Smart cars can see, hear, feel, smell, talk, and act.②They can eliminate most car accidents.③They can alert the police and provide precise location if stolen.④They can monitor one’s driving and the driving conditions nearby.⑤They can alert the driver who feels drowsy.⑥They can locate your car precisely and warn of traffic jams.Part three paras 10—13 GPS and “telematics” will make it possible tobuild smart highways, which will benefit us inmore than one way.Ⅳ KEY POINTS in the text: (30 minutes)Part one⒈questions: — What are the effects of the computer revolution?—It brings the development of automobile industry and theappearance of the smart cars become possible.⒉language points: ① turn into/become a reality ─ H er dreams of being acollege student has turned into a reality.②para1 phrase “remain unchanged” 保持一种状态 Keep warmremain untouched remain silentpara2 rank as: put…in a class 被列为…They all agree to rank Addison as a great essayist.…as among… (double preposition. Exercise 1 for structure) para3 key (to): sth. that provides an answer (to a problem or a mystery) General Motors Corporation 通用汽车公司ITS program: 智能运输系统Intelligent Transportation SystemprogramITS improves transportation safety and mobility and enhances productivity through the use of advanced communications technologies.Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) encompass a broad range of wireless and wire line communications-based information and electronics technologies.? When integrated into the transportation system's infrastructure, and in vehicles themselves, these technologies relieve congestion, improve safety and enhance American productivity.? Homework: ① review the key points we have leaned in the part one.②preview the following text, find the difficult sentences, try to memorizethe words and expressions in the vocabulary.For the second period: (3rd ,4th class)Part two⒈questions: ① ─In what aspects are the smart cars superior to the ordinary cars? (text organization 2)② ─What new technology have already been adopted in developing the cars? ─We have had the cars that can monitor one’s driving and the d rivingconditions nearby; We have had the cars that can determine how sleepy you are as you drive; and in Japan cars with navigational capability have been built.⒉ language points: para4 ① don’t bother to do: take trouble 麻烦Don’t bother to get dinner for me today; I’ll eatat a restaurant in town.② via (prep.) 通过 by way of④in the air : uncertain— My plan are still quite in the air.There is a peculiar smell in the air.Para 5 ① scan for② Should you make a serious mistake,… (subjunctive mood)If you should make a serious mistake,…Para 6 ①MIT: 麻省理工学院Massachusetts Institute of Technology, one of the world’s leading research universities, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In 1865, the school was opened in Boston by geologist William Barton Rogers who became its first president. Throughout its history MIT has held a worldwide reputation for teaching and reach.② underestimated/overestimatedPara 7 question: what are the two of the most frustrating things about driving a car? And how to overcome it ? ()①tune to②They make it possible to determine your location…V. + it +adj. + to doExercise 2 for structurePara 8 convert (to) ─change from one form or use to another (followed by into/to) The signal will be converted into digital code.Para 9 correlate ─have a mutual relationship or connection, in which one thing affects or depends on another (followed by with/to)A mothers smoking in pregnancy correlates with low birth weight in her baby.Part three:⒈questions: How to use GPS and “telematics” in automobile industry in the future? What are the benefits?—Blind individuals could use GPS…the list of potential uses is endless; put the smart cars on smart high ways—This could prove to be an environmental boon as well, saving fuel, reducing traffic jams, decreasing air pollution, as serving as an alternative to highway expansion.⒉ language points: ①be poised to do: (be ready to do) The automobile company is poised to launch its new advertising campaign.②…as the price of microchips drops to below a penny a piece…double preposition (exercise on page52)③ GPS:全球性定位系统The Global Positioning System (GPS) is asatellite-based navigation system made up of a network of 24 satellites placed into orbit by the . Department of Defense. GPS was originally intended for military applications, but in the 1980s, the government made the system available for civilian use. GPS works in any weather conditions, anywhere inthe world, 24 hours a day. There are no subscription fees or setup charges touse GPS.Homework: ① review the whole text, especially the key points. Learn to analysis and translate some long sentences if necessary.② finish the exercises.For the third period: (5th class)Have a dictation and explain the rest exercises of text A, especially the words, phrases and translation, help the students memorize all the language points.Dictation: turn it into reality automobile industry manufacturing industry start up the engine alert the police get stuck in traffic a precise frequency decreasing air pollution highway expansion send put a radio signal application approximately eliminate lucrative convert______changed the world during the 20th century, _______in the United States and other industrialized nations. They are indeed of great use to us, but they have brought some______ as well, such as noise and air______, and highway______. It is reported that automobile accidents _____among the leading causes of death or injury throughout the world. Fortunately modern innovators are reinventing the automobile. New propulsion systems, fuels, designs, and means of ______cars have all developed rapidly in the past decade. For example, by using the _____-aided global positioning system (GPS), a computer in the automobile can _____the vehicle’s precise position, and with the application of sensors, smart cars can _____most cars accidents. (Automobiles, particularly, hazards, pollution, fatalities, rank, manufacturing, satellite, locate, eliminate)Explain the exercises together, especially vocabulary, structure, cloze .(6th class) come to text BText B Intelligent vehiclesObjectives:1.This text is used as a fast reading t o practice student’s ability for readingcomprehension.2.Try to grasp the new words and phrase listed in the box.3.learn to comprehend the sentences and translate them into Chinese.Step one: give students 15 minutes to read the text and at the same time finish the following questions (for first seven N, Y and NG, the next three briefanswer s)We only eliminate the more that ten percent of the traffic crashes that arecaused by human errors by driving the intelligent car. (N)We can infer that the author believes that human drivers cannot travel close behind other vehicles. (Y)The author mentions the Futurama as an example to explain a failed attempt at automation. (N)Visual systems for observing the road are better than magnetic systems because they do not need special equipment buried in the road. (Y)For observing other vehicles, laser systems are preferred in the USA. (NG) Onboard computers are better than roadside computers for setting lane speed.(N)The author’ attitude towards the future developm ent of automatic transport system is positive. (Y)The distances and closing rates to preceding vehicles can be measured by a _____or a _________. Radar, laser rangefinderThe _______ of these driver muscle functions are electromechanical devices installed in the automated vehicle. EquivalentsThe luxury of being chauffeured to your destination might be enjoyed by all, not just the__________. Wealthiest individualsStep two: Text Organization─Part one (1—2) the benefit to be gained from the intelligent vehicles─eliminate the traffic crashes, reduce antisocial driving behavior, the entire population can enjoy it, reduce the pollution andfuel consumptionPart two (3—15) the way intelligent cars work and the remaining changes as to their application.1.it is a realistic prospect to have intelligent cars in the nearfuture.2.it is possible to determine accurately a vehicle’s position andorientation relative to the lane’s center.3.The distances and closing rates to preceding vehicles can bemeasured by a radar or a laser rangefinder.4.the electromechanical devices control the car completely.5. Computers in the vehicles and those at the roadside decide whenand where to change the course.6.There remains a number of difficulties to be overcome, technicalones especially.Part three (16) the promising future of intelligent cars.Homework：preview the text； read the text in detailFor the forth period:Step three: key points─1.outline / deadline/ headline/ online/ underline2.implication─ n. implication for sb./sth.The new report has far-reaching implications for the future of broadcasting.这一新报告对广播业的前途有些意味深长的暗示。