高中英语选择性必修一 ProjectVIP

1、UNIT4 BODY LANGUAGEMake a body language information sheetTo think of different kinds of body language and list the information.To talk about the experience and knowledge about them.To do research to discover the same kinds of body language mean in different cultures.To make a body language informati

2、on sheet.Body language includes many different aspects of our everyday physical behavior: the way we greet one another; how we stand, how we sit or walk; the way we use our hands and eyes are some of the most basic.When we speak, we use much more than just words. We also communicate with our face, h

3、ands, and our own body. Nonverbal communication includes not only how we move our body, but also hand gestures, facial expressions, including eye contact. However, there are some countries where these can have bad meanings! Its important to be careful when using certain common gestures. Dont think t

4、hat everyone in the world understands one gesture in the same way. When you see a strange reaction, you can make sure to emphasize your real meaning by using words and a different hand movement. In groups, brainstorm a list of different kinds of body language. Use the information from this unit, you

5、r own experience and knowledge, and/or the website excerpt below.Standing with ones hands on ones hips shows that a person is angry in many cultures, such as Malaysia, Argentina, and Mexico.What do you think?Many Mexicans like to touch people on the arm. This shows that they want to be friendly.When

6、 communicating with someone from Tanzania or Kenya, do not use your left hand when giving or receiving things like a business card or gift.In Vietnamese culture, the head is considered the most important part of the body.Only parents or an important person can touch your head.If a Lebanese person st

7、ands close to you, do not feel that they are entering your personal space. Personal space is relatively smaller in Lebanon and many other places.In Korean culture, one must be careful not to show too much emotion through facial expressions, except in very casual situations. Koreans may tend to distr

8、ust people who use exaggerated facial expressions, or may misunderstand what those facial expressions mean.People of Puerto Rico move their noses to say, “Whats going on here?”Based on your list, research online to discover what the same kinds of body language mean in different cultures.Each group s

9、hould come up with its own body language information sheet like the example below. Drawings and/or photos can be added to show what the different forms of body language look like.Body Language Information SheetBody languageMeaningMoving the hand in circles over the stomach after a meal.The “OK” sign

10、. Almost everywhere: Im full.Japan: moneyFrance: zeroBrazil and Germany: not polite China: .Present your information sheet to the class, and then vote on the best one. Watch videos about body language and talk about gestures.6 tips to make you more confidentKeep an openbodylanguage: wear a smile, open palms.Walk: masculine gait, slow and controlled.Have great posture: have your back straight.Pay attention to your feet: 45 degree angle.Dont be in a rush: breathe deeply, relax your body.The importa