Unit 8 new ways to learn

(Pronunciation trang 57) (Phân nhóm)

Underline the stressed words in the following sentences. Then mark the stressed syllables in those words.

1. This video is about air pollution.

2. We are doing a project on education.

3. This way of learning is really interesting.

4. Students should finish their homework before class.

5. Online courses are becoming more and more popular.

6. This app has helped me improve my pronunciation.

7. Technology has brought new experiences to language learners.

8. They have bought their daughter a new laptop which can support her online learning.

(Vocabulary 1 trang 57) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Find the EIGHT words in the word search.

(Vocabulary 2 trang 58) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Choose the best answers to complete the following sentences. 1. [ ___ ] learning may not be effective if students have problems with the Internet. 2. Teachers can use some [ ___ ] to get students more interested in the lessons. 3. In [ ___ ] learning, students may have class discussions, take online tests and submit homework online. 4. Online courses give students the chance to work at their own [ ___ ]. 5. Teachers can create a classroom blog for students to post ideas and [ ___ ]. 6. Many teachers have tried to change their [ ___ ] classrooms into a modern learning environment. 7. We are often asked to [ ___ ] materials at home and make a presentation in class. 8. The Internet will motivate students to [ ___ ] more effectively.

(Vocabulary 3 trang 58) (Kéo thả vào chỗ trống) Complete the text using the words in the box. Technology allows teachers to remove the physical difficulties of traditional [ ___ ], and offer students a way to connect their programmes with the [ ___ ] world. For example, a history teacher can take her students on a virtual tour of the Independence Palace. Many educational tools also offer a variety of functions that promote [ ___ ]. Students can hold online meetings with classmates from different places. They can also easily share and edit [ ___ ] with each other. Moreover, technology makes it easier for [ ___ ] to find information quickly and accurately. Search engines and e-books are replacing [ ___ ] textbooks. In the 21st century labour market, students need to have more computer [ ___ ]. By adding these new technologies to the regular syllabus, schools wants to [ ___ ] their students for the modern office.

(Grammar 1 trang 58-59) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Complete the sentences, using which, that, who or whose. 1. Smart boards, [ ___ ] bring many benefits to students, are being used in many schools. 2. This is an electronic device [ ___ ] students can use without a lot of training. 3. This school is only for children [ ___ ] first language is not English. 4. Students [ ___ ] are good at managing time often have better results at school. 5. There are interactive activities [ ___ ] can be easily downloaded from the Internet. 6. Students [ ___ ] don't hand in their papers on time will fail the exam. 7. Teachers [ ___ ] computer skills are not good may have a problem with giving online classes. 8. Mr Lan encouraged his students, [ ___ ] project was on smart digital books, to register in the Innovative Idea Competition. 9. Teachers can upload videos and other materials on the classroom blog, [ ___ ] can help students understand the lesson. 10. Parents [ ___ ] complain about their children's performance may be happy with the new teaching methods.

(Grammar 2.1 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

The student is from China. He sits next to me in the English class.

(Grammar 2.2 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

Thank you very much for your email. It was very interesting.

(Grammar 2.3 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

Smartphones can store audio books. They have a lot of storage space.

(Grammar 2.4 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

I talked to a girl. Her bicycle broke down in front of the shop.

(Grammar 2.5 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

Your mother gave you the money. What did you do with it?

(Grammar 2.6 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

We really love participating in discussions. It helps us share our ideas and learn from others.

(Grammar 2.7 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

The children were playing in the playground. They are not from our school.

(Grammar 2.8 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

My classmate has won the 1st prize in the singing competition. His father is a musician.

(Grammar 2.9 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

Science teachers can easily explain the topics. They use 3D projectors and other devices.

(Grammar 2.10 trang 59) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that best combines the two sentences.

Mr Minh has created a list of the most useful apps for his classrooms. It is available on his blog.

(Grammar 3.1 trang 60) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect word and choose the correct correction. The man works for a company who makes good laptops and tablets. Incorrect word: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 3.2 trang 60) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect word and choose the correct correction. Do you remember the number of activities what we did in class today? Incorrect word: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 3.3 trang 60) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect word and choose the correct correction. What is the name of the girl her mother is a famous actress? Incorrect word: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 3.4 trang 60) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. An e-book is an electronic book which can read on a mobile device. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 3.5 trang 60) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect word and choose the correct correction. Nam, that didn't take any extra class, got the highest score in the maths exam. Incorrect word: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 3.6 trang 60) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect word and choose the correct correction. A computer technician whom served us was very nice. Incorrect word: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Reading 1 trang 60) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Read the text and choose the best answers. You often [ ___ ] across new words when you read something in a foreign language. You may guess or check the [ ___ ] of these words in a dictionary. The level of accuracy that you require and your available time decide your [ ___ ]. If you are someone who frequently uses the dictionary, you should remember that every dictionary has its [ ___ ]. Each definition has a limited meaning and you can fully understand a word only after you meet it in a [ ___ ] of contexts. You should also be aware of the risk of using dictionaries that translate meanings from English into your native language and vice versa. So, it is usually much safer to [ ___ ] in an English-English dictionary. Moreover, you are not allowed to use a dictionary in most exams. [ ___ ] you are allowed to use one, looking up new words is quite time-consuming while exams are always timed. [ ___ ], it is better to guess the meanings of unfamiliar words.

(Reading 2 trang 60-61) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Read the text and choose the best answers to complete the sentences. 1. The project of Etalk has helped children in Malawi make an improvement in [ ___ ]. 2. 'Onebillion' gets its names from the number of children [ ___ ]. 3. There is a lot of pressure on the education system in Malawi because of [ ___ ]. 4. Giving girls some basic skills at primary schools means [ ___ ]. 5. In the Onebillion project, a class consists of [ ___ ]. 6. The children in Oneclass [ ___ ]. 7. This learning app gives children in Malawi an opportunity to [ ___ ].

(Speaking 1 trang 62) (Kéo thả vào ô trống) Match the following instructions with suitable pictures. Then use First, Next, Then, After that, Finally to give complete instructions about how to send texts with a smartphone. 1. Tap the 'New message' button. 2. Send your message. 3. Turn on your smartphone. 4. Type your message in the field near the middle of the screen. 5. Find the message icon on the screen and tap it. 6. Type the name or number of the person you want to text. Correct order: 1. [ ___ ] ; 2. [ ___ ] ; 3. [ ___ ] ; 4. [ ___ ] ; 5. [ ___ ] ; 6. [ ___ ]

(Speaking 2 trang 62) (Kéo thả vào chỗ trống) Complete the short talk about the benefits of face-to-face learning. Face-to-face learning has some benefits. First, in a traditional classroom, students can concentrate better on their learning because there are fewer [ ___ ] than when they are studying from home. Moreover, whenever they have questions or need help, they can communicate with their teacher or classmates [ ___ ]. They can interact with teachers and classmates [ ___ ]. Finally, students can work in teams or groups more easily to solve problems or do [ ___ ]. This can also help them build up their [ ___ ]. I believe that face-to-face learning has many benefits to offer to students and should not be replaced by online learning.

(Writing 1.1 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

Why don't you watch the videos uploaded into the homework folder before class? (WATCHING)

(Writing 1.2 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

Her parents won't let her bring her iPad to school. (ALLOWED)

(Writing 1.3 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

I don't believe this is the best school in the city! (SCHOOLS)

(Writing 1.4 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

It was his grandfather who taught him to read music. (WAS)

(Writing 1.5 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

Students must pay the fees before this online course begins. (FULL)

(Writing 1.6 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

The teacher had to find out whose papers they were. (BELONGED)

(Writing 1.7 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

A friend told us about Eclass. (WERE)

(Writing 1.8 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

It is wrong to copy the homework from your friend. (SHOULD)

(Writing 1.9 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

Students will complete more projects and group assignments in the future. (COMPLETED)

(Writing 1.10 trang 62-63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one, using the word in brackets.

The teacher is satisfied with our presentations on global warming. (HAPPY)

(Writing 2.1 trang 63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words given.

the teachers of mobile devices have Many benefits understood.

(Writing 2.2 trang 63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words given.

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(Writing 2.3 trang 63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words given.

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(Writing 2.4 trang 63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words given.

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(Writing 2.5 trang 63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words given.

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(Writing 2.6 trang 63) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words given.

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(Writing 3 trang 63) (Trả lời tự luận)

Write a paragraph (120 - 150 words) about the disadvantages of using electronic devices in studying. You may use the suggested ideas below.

Suggested ideas: slow Internet connection; always relies on the Internet or Wi-Fi; easily distracted by online entertainment programmes; technical problems and viruses.