Learning about Language教学内容分析

M8 U3

Listening&Speaking 导学案

莆田四中

英语组

林毓珊

Step1 Review No invention will get a patent if it is • a discovery

• a scientific idea or mathematical model

• literature or art

• a game or a business

• a computer programme

• a new animal or plant variety Q：Do you think they should get patents? 1.Healther meat: In Japan scientists have managed to produce pigs that have a plant gene inserted into their DNA. This means the fat in the meat is better for human health. Should this method of inserting plant genes in animals be given a patent? 2.Helpful rats: The “future rats” will be trained using a new computer program to clear landmines or join in the rescue of people after earthquakes or hurricanes. Do you think this training should get a patent? 3. Mapping the stars: Scientists have found a new star system that is millions of light years away. This information is very important to astronomers. Do you think this should be given a patent?

4. A trap for insects: You and your friends have invented a new way to prevent insects coming into the house without hurting them. They cannot enter the house and will be caught ready to be taken back to the wild. Do you think this should be given a patent? 5. New book: I have written a new book and my publisher says it will be a best seller. Do you think it can be given a patent? Step2 Listening Listen and make notes on James Dyson’s invention

Object The problem James improvement Washing machine Clothes _____________

from a washing machine _______________. Q1: How long did he invent the new carpet cheaner? Q2: Are there any problems when he apply for patent? Step3 Speaking Imagine that you are working for a manufacturing company. Your job is to suggest new products that will help your company increase its profit. Choose a product that you like and think about what you would do to improve it. Try to be creative. Then we will evaluate your idea using these criteria. Dyson’s

Idea (1-5) Usefulness Target (1-5) Reasonable price

population (1-5) (1-5) Student A Student B Student C

Student D

……

Step5 Homework (Writing) 假设你是李华，写一封信给James Dyson 向他介绍你的发明。必须包含以下内容：

1、你的发明的由来

2、你的发明的优势

3、是否可以获得专利

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