Конспект уроку "Mass media" до підручника В.Буренко, 11 клас, рівень стандарту

Mass media

Objectives:

• to broaden student’s vocabulary;
• to revise previously taught vocabulary;
• to improve students’ vocabulary skills;
• to focus students on the spot on a film review;
• to interest students in writing essays;
• to develop students’ grammar competence;
• to motivate linguistic guess;
• to activate thinking and imagination;
• to provide a stable and welcoming atmosphere in the class;
• to develop self-esteem and mutual esteem;
• to inspire students to work in pairs.

Outcomes: by the end of the lesson students will be able:

• to identify the styles of music;
• to give definitions of the words;
• to respond to thanks;
• to use introductory phrases of spot on a film review.

Procedure

1. Warm-up

Ex.1 p.54

Discuss the quotation. Do you agree with Isaac Shoenberg? Give your reasons. Present the results of your discussion to the classmates.

Well, gentlemen, you have now invented the biggest time-waster of all time. (Isaac Shoenberg)

Ex.2 p.54 Complete the mind maps “Mass media helps us …”

Present your ideas to the classmates and complete the general mind maps

2. vocabulary

1. to mould v to influence the developing of smb’s character, opinions, etc.

2. to resist v to stop yourself from doing smth you want to do very much

3. spellbound adj having one’s attention held; fascinated

4. to depict v to represent, to give description of smb/smth in writing, painting, picture, etc.

5. to co-star v to have two or more famous actors acting in a film

6. commercial n an advertisement on television or radio

3. reading and speaking

Ex.4 p.55

Read the text and answer the questions.

1. What is the role of newspapers, magazines, radio and television in our life?

2. What is the most influential force of our time?

3. What does television influence?

4. What moulds public opinion?

5. What is the greatest problem?

6. Why is the problem of influence on children great?

7. What are advantages and disadvantages of television?

4. speaking

Ex.5 p.56

What types of programmes on TV do you know? Name and write them down. Add some more programmes which have not been mentioned in the list given below. Present the results of your work to the classmates.

These words and expressions can help you:

cartoons, the news (Vesti, The Time), the current affairs, educational (Fantastic Creatures), wildlife documentaries,travel films, colour films, soap operas, quiz shows, reality shows, comedies, sports programmes, commercials, talk shows, debates, the world of the computer, show business.

Ex.6 p.56

Discuss the genres of your favourite films. What genres do you know? Make a list of genres and descriptive adjectives you need to describe your favourite film.

These words can help you:

thriller, action film, feature film, science fiction, comedy, western, drama, soap opera, horror film, historical film, brilliant, breathtaking, gripping, entertaining, wonderful, disgusting, disappointing, spellbound, stunning, involving, thrilling, confusing, shocking, terrific, boring, unimaginative, original, excellent, well-written script.

5.grammar and vocabulary  “SPOT ON A FILM REVIEW”

Introductory Phrases

The Main Information on Review

• The film is directed/produced by … .
• It is a comedy/horror film/film about present-day problems/film which keeps you thinking/film which keeps you in suspense.
• The film is set in/based on/tells the story of … .

To Acquaint Readers with the Main Characters

• The cast is excellent/awful/weak … .
• A talented/famous actor/actress … plays the main part.
• The role of … is played by … .
• … gives a superb/thrilling/disappointing performance … .

Main Body Phrases

Comments on the Main Changes and the Development of the Events

• The film deals with…/depicts the events…/gives a serious (humorous) description of … .
• The plot focuses on the problem/the nature of …/a relationship … .
• I find the plot rather weak/unconvincing. It is rather long/boring/confusing. It has a tragic/surprising end.
• The script is dull/exciting/clever. It portrays/shows … .
• The ending is quite disappointing. I wouldn’t call this a happy ending.

Conclusion Phrases

Opinion and Recommendations

• My first impression was … but later … .
• It’s OK but I have seen better ones.
• I find it difficult to believe that…/surprising that…/incredible that … .
• The film … depresses me because … .
• I can strongly recommend … .
• If you want a(n) exciting/boring/frightening evening, then go and see … (the name of the film).
• If you like police dramas, then … (the name of the film) is definitely the film for you.
• If you are wondering what to see on Saturday night, I suggest … .
• Don’t miss it. It is worth watching.
• I wouldn’t recommend it because … .
• I’d recommend the film to everyone, although some scenes are rather violent.
• This is a real masterpiece.

6. speaking

Ex.7 p.57

Discuss TV channels. How many main channels are there in Ukraine? What channels are the most popular in our country? Why? Give your reasons. Present the results of your discussion to the classmates. Make a general list of channels.

These words can help you:

Discovery Civilisation, Animal Planet, Travel Channel, National Geographic, Discovery World, CNN, 1+1, Channel 1, Channel 5, TET, Inter, STB, Cartoon Network, VIP Comedy, Kyiv, Viasat Nature, Viasat History, New Channel, ICTV, Ukraine, Channel 112, Zik, NTN, Viasat Explore, Eurosport 1, Football 1 and others.

7. summary

Ex.8 p.57

Answer the questions.

1. What is your attitude to the cinema?

2. What feature films do you prefer?

3. What is your favourite film?

4. What famous actors co-starred in it? Was their acting natural? Did they manage to create true-to-life images?

5. Where does the action take place?

6. What is the main idea of the film?

7. Why did you admire this film?

8. Did it help you escape from the monotonous routine of everyday life?

9. What feelings did it arouse?

8. homework

Ex.9 p.58

A teen magazine has asked its readers to write an article about their favourite TV programmes.

Include the following:

• the place of TV in modern life;
• your preferences;
• why you watch these programmes.