英语时文泛读CurrentNewsArticlesforExtensiveReading.pptVIP

英语时文泛读Current News Articles for Extensive Reading Cultural Difference I. Overview In this unit, you will read 3 passages about differences between countries or nations; these differences are manifested in many ways; while you read you can focus on these differences and reflect upon them. Structure This unit will give you a glimpse of cultural differences in various aspects. Text A China, U.S. Taking Notes on Education There are apparent differences in the education sector between China and the U.S. Some Chinese teachers are trying the American way of teaching and are trying to distill the American genius for innovation; but in the field of math, it is still the Chinese way. Text B The Ambassador is the busiest commercial crossing in North America and is a crucial link for the local auto industry. It reflects the cultural differences between the two North American nations. Ambassador Bridge Controversy Highlights Cultural Divide Text C Couples from mixed backgrounds living in Ireland tell Arsheen Qasim about the benefits and challenges their differing nationalities, cultures and religions bring to their relationships. Love in a Cold and Wet Climate Focus of this session II. Text A China, U.S. Taking Notes on Education Main Idea of the Text This article mainly talks about the differences between Chinese education and American education. Background Information Author Mitchell Landsberg is a Los Angeles Times Metro reporter since 1999 and won Pulitzer Prize in 2004 (one of lthe ead writers on staff award for wildfire coverage). From 1980 to 1999, He worked for The Associated Press as a reporter, editor, or foreign correspondent Background Information Source The Los Angeles Times (also known as the LA Times) is a daily newspaper published in Los Angeles, California and distributed throughout the Western United States. It is the second-largest metropolitan newspaper in the United States and the fourth-most widely distributed newspaper in the United States. Fou