Unit15Lesson4Understanding课件.ppt

* Unit 15 Lesson 4 By Guangdong Bowen International School Xiang Ya-li Unit 15 Lesson 4 Understanding . One of the most important things in learning is understanding. In learning, we should understand something, then accept it and then learn it by heart. Different people have different ways to help them understand things. Maybe philosophy will be helpful to you in finding better ways of understanding. Work in groups. Talk about the following strategies which help you to understand things. Being relaxed and happy Having time to think about what you are learning Being interested in the topic Discussing topics with friends Memorizing things Having a clear visual explanation Your own way Take notes while discussing by filling the information card. Effect Strategies Things to learn Name Questions to be discussed: 1. Is there usually something you should understand in learning? 2. How do you usually understand things? 3. What is most difficult problem with with understanding? 4. In which subject do you have more problems in understanding? 5. How do others help you? Philosophy is helpful in understanding. Read the extracts from a philosopher, first to see how he makes people understand something. Read the first part and find answer for the questions: 1. What did Sophie receive? 2. What was it about? Go on reading, and make sure the following: Characters in the magic trick Example given Strategy to explain Topic to explain What is philosophy? Give an example. A magic trick. A magician and a white rabbit. Continue your work. Wonder Fact In the magic trick True or false Consciousness In reality ( the universe) The magic game is only a trick. People live in it. False True The rabbit doesnt’t realize it is in the trick. They are aware of being part of something mysterious. How does he do it? How does it work? Further discussion of the white rabbit What metaphor does the magician use for the following ? P