剑桥商务英语课件(中级).ppt

BEC-II Unit 1a,Introduction&Teamwork,Presented by:You Yan,Objectives:,To enable Ss to know basic information about Cambridge BEC vantage and talk about teamwork To practise reading for gist and specific informationTo learn some useful phrases to make and change arrangements,Introduction about the exam,The exam comprises four tests:reading,writing,listening and speaking.The Speaking Test date is decided after your entry is confirmed by Cambridge.Candidates will receive an overall grade and separate grade for each test.(Pass grades A,B,C or Fail grades D,E).,How to understand,record and build vocabulary,Advise students to adopt following ways on vocabularyWays to understand new words1.Examine the context of the word a.the context b.the position of the word,2.Examine the word itself a.prefixes(e.g.inter-,un-,bi-)b.suffixes(e.g.-ee,-tion,-ical)3.Use a dictionary or website(e.g.,or),Ways to record new words1.in the margin of your course book2.on a separate sheet of paper3.in a vocabulary notebook4.on a computer5.on cards,Ways to build pound words2.using prefix and suffix3.synonym and antonym 4.put words in a logical order,Assessing teams,SpeakingStep1 choose the five most important characteristics of a good team and put them in orderStep2 pair work.Conduct a dialogue about teamwork.,Question:What is a good team?Do you work in a good team?Do you like your team members?Why or Why not?,Word tips,Co-operative 齐心协力的 have communication problems 交流有问题attach importance to team-building 重视团队建设develop team work 开拓团队协作an effective team 精锐团队share the same values 具有相同的价值观,Quotes and proverbs about team work,Henry FordComing together is a beginningKeeping together is processWorking together is success,Susan Gerke,IBM,Leadership DevelopmentConflict is inevitable in a team.in fact,to achieve synergistic(协同的）solutions,a variety of ideas and approaches are needed.These are the ingredients for conflict.,Benjamin FranklinWe must all hang together,or assuredly,we shall all hang separately.,Thomas Edisonwhen asked why he had a team of twenty-one assistantsIf I could solve all the problems myself,I would.,Reading,Step 1 introduce background information and explain some new words.Step 2 Read the article,try to get the main idea and finish the exercises.Step 3 Ask students to present answers and correct the answers together.,Newsreport structure:Headline,lead and body.The topic sentence usually appears in the headline and lead.,Speaking,Step 1 Group work:discuss how teamwork can help your class prepare for the Cambridge BEC Vantage.Step 2 Students can form group of no more than 4 persons and conduct a discussion.Time limit:Five minutes Step 3 After the discussion,ask each group to choose a representative and make a summary to the whole class.,Word tips,work in a team团队合作share ideas 交流想法help each other with homework 做作业相互帮忙test each other on texts covered 对已学的课文相互检测e-mail each other 相互发电子邮件learn from ones strong points 学人所长,Arranging a course,ReadingStep1 Read the questions before reading and look for the specific information while readingStep 2 Ask students to answer the questions and correct the mistakes.Step3 Explain some language points and new words.,Speaking,Pair work 1Step 1 Learn some useful phrases to make and change arrangements Step 2 Look at the activity sheets and get to know the requirement and allocate roles.Step 3 Make up a dialogue and practice it in pairs.,Pair work 2 Step 1 Look at the advertisements for the team-building courses below.Step 2 Explain some language points and new words.Step 3 Ask the students to answer the questions and check the answers.,Homework,Self-study 1a Play a game on teamwork and experience the importance of cooperation,BEC-II Unit 1b,Communication,Presented by:Tracy Yang,Objectives:,To enable Ss to know how to leave and take voicemail messages To practise reading and listening for gist and specific information,Keeping on touch,Speaking Step 1 Pair work.Ask your partner questions about the forms of communication and mark them on the graph.Step 2 Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each form of communication with your partner Step 3 Ask some pairs to present the dialogue to the whole class and correct the mistakes they make.,Word tips,snail mail 传统的信件 Time-consuming 费时 Save time/trouble 省时间，方便 Raise the efficiency in your work 提高工作效率 In written form 书面形式 Refer to it any time you like 你随时可拿来参考,Reading,Step 1 Read the article about using English for international business,looking for the topic sentence and the key words and give a title to each paragraph.Step 2 Answer the questions about the article and check the answers.Step 3 Explain the title and some new words and useful expressions.,Language points,1.and he may well ask这里的well作副词，表示“在很大程度上”，“远远地”e.g.He is well past forty.他已40多岁了He sat well back in his chair 她在椅子上坐得很靠后。2.Limit themselves to 把限制在3.Insist on/upon sth/doing sth 坚持4.Culture-specific 文化特有的,Speaking,Step 1 Discuss with partner:Questions:what do you find difficult about understanding native English speakers？Do you have such experiences?Do you have any suggestions to improve communication with foreigners?Step 2 Ask some pairs to present their dialogue and correct the mistakes and make some comments,Word tips,The fast speed makes it hard to follow 语速太快 Local accent 地方口音 Idiomatic language 俗语 Slang 俚语 jargon 行话 Cultural difference 文化差异 Cultural-specific humor 文化特有的幽默,Leaving voice mail,Listening 1 Step1 Read the requirement of the exercise and guess the content of the five voice mail.Listen to the tape and try to match the right items.Step 2 Listen to the tape again and check the answersStep 3 Listen to the tape for a third time while reading the tapescripts and correct the answers.,Word tips,1.Im afraid its not going to work out because of deadline here.因为我有工作要赶期限，恐怕那个时间不合适2.Could you get back to me asap?您可以尽快回电话给我吗？3.I think the time schedule looks a bit on the optimistic side,as well.时间安排看来可行。,Taking messages,Listening 2 Step 1 Look at the two forms and guess the main idea of the call.Listen to the tape and look for the specific information to fill the blanksStep 2 Listen to the tape again and check the answers Step 3 Listen to the tape for a third time while reading the tapescripts and correct the answers.,Speaking,Step 1 Learn some useful phrases to leave and take messages.Step 2 Look at the activity sheets and get to know the requirement and allocate roles.Step 3 Make up a dialogue and practice it in pairs.Ask some pairs to present the dialogue,Homework,Self-study 1b and exam practice Remember some useful sentences to take and leave messages.-Im afraid shes not here today.Can I help you/take a message?-Could I ask whos calling?Could you give me your fax number,please?-Ill give her the message as soon as shes back.-I am ringing about the sales report.-Could you please call me back?,BEC-II Unit 2a,Entertaining a client,Presented by:Tracy Yang,Objectives:,To enable Ss to talk about choosing restaurant for entertaining a client and learn how to encourage conversation To practise reading for gist To practise listening for gist and specific information,Choosing a restaurant,Reading and speakingStep 1 Warming-up exercises:When you invite your friend to have dinner,where would you choose?If you invite am important person for a meal,where would you choose?What is your requirement for a good restaurant?,Step 2 Pair work.Have a discussion with your partner and decide on the three most important criteria for restaurant service.Step 3 Present the dialogue to the whole class,Word tips,splendid,magnificent,neat,elegant,amiable,consideratedirty,untidy,cold,impatient,heavy,lightCould you tell me something about?How is the.?What is your impression of.?,Reading 2,Step 1 Read the advertisement.Step2 Identify the criteria the customer satisfaction form referred toStep 3 Check the five situations below the advertisement and decide whether Porters is good for their choice and explain why,Language points,1 objective:目标、宗旨The objective of the new organization is to provide fee legal service to the poor.2 be popular with:受欢迎的、招人喜欢的Swimming is popular with all ages.a popular resort,a popular food,popular song,3 pride oneself on/upon 以为豪He prides himself on his success in painting.4 to cater for He runs a restaurant which caters for weddings and parties.5 call in:顺路到某处Call in on your way home and tell me how the interview went.,Speaking,Pair workAsk your partner to describe the most memorable restaurant he/she has ever been to and present the dialogue to the whole class.,Word tips,What makes my dining experience stand out is.Enjoy the attractive and relaxing atmosphere.Cater to different tastesHave a feeling of friendliness and comfort.The classical interior design serves as a visual feast.,Making conversation,Listening 1Step 1 Look through the questions in the right and guess what would be the answers.listen for the first time and try to get the main ideaStep 2 Listen for the second time and concentrate on the useful and key words.Step 3 Finish the exercises and check the answers Listen to the tape for the last time while reading the tapescript.,Language points,1.I got stopped at 我在被卡住了2.I wouldnt mind doing 我不介意干.3.get through quite a lot 经历了很多4.It was a bit too heavy.太油腻了5.a long way from a decision 作决定还早,Speaking,Step1 pair work.Develop the five statements into conversation,using the techniques from the Dont forget section where appropriate.Step2 Ask volunteers to present the dialogue and make some comments.,Play a game,Step 1 Explain the rule of the rule Step 2 Divide the students into groups of 4.Play the game.Step 3 Whore the winners?,Additional situational conversation,Set the situationAllocate roles to the students and explain the requirement Students form groups of three and begin the role-play Perform the role-play,Homework,Self-study 2aAdditional situational conversationRemember the expressions used to encourage conversation:-Really?-Im surprised to hear that.-What did you think of.?-So the meetings been postponed until next March.,BEC-II Unit 2b,Corporate hospitality,Presented by:Tracy Yang,Objectives:,To enable Ss to talk about corporate hospitality To practise reading for specific information and using phrases on making and dealing with invitations,Mixing business and pleasure,SpeakingStep1 Ask students to brainstorm ways of entertaining existing and potential clients.Step 2 Ask students to look through the profiles of the business people and match each profile with a best way of entertaining them from the lists.Step3 Ask students to explain the reason of their choice and give suggestions and comments.,Word tips,Fact-finding 实地考察 Substantial 重要的，实质的A valued customer 尊贵的顾客 A two-day stopover 为期两天的中途停留,Tips on entertaining clients,You should make your decisions based on the distinction of the peopleyour business objective you want to realize in them.,Reading,Step1 Scan the article and find the activities mentioned for entertaining business people.Step 2 Read the text and finish the exercises.Step3 Check the answers and explain language points.,Language points,1 contact:熟人，有业务关系的人，有利用价值的人 a person you may use to your advantage or who can provide you with important informationthe contacts in the city hall 在市政府里面的熟人 2 prospect 潜在顾客，委托人或购买者，前途，前景e.g.She is talking warmly to several prospects.He has a great prospect since he is always diligent and smart.,3.there is no point in doing sth.做没有意义e.g.What is the point in discussing this issue since it has been finished already?4 having free drinks on the company.On,由付费，付帐This meal in on me.Help yourself.5 add up to 意味着，说明e.g.Their action adds up to the open challenge to the authority.,6 lie in（原因，兴趣，答案）等在于e.g.The cause of the war lies in the greed and incompetence of politicians on both sides.如指责任，选择，决策等关键在于某人，习惯用lie withe.g.Responsibility for the disaster must ultimately lie with the government.The choice lies with you.,Speaking,Step1 Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of mixing business and pleasure in pairs.Step2 Ask some pairs to present their view and others can make supplements.,Word tips,Build a good business relationshipEnhance mutual understandingIncrease more personal touchA more colorful lifeDifficult to swap rolesToo preoccupied with your work,Arrange a company visit,ReadingStep 1 Brainstorm purposes of different types of formal letters(enquiry,complaint etc.)Step 2 Read the letter to find out the purpose of this invitation.Ignore the gaps the first time.Step 3 Read the letter again and finish the exercise T or F and gap-filling,Language points,1 meet the expenses 支付，付清Can you meet the amount?2 put/leave/place sth at ones disposal 把某物交给某人自由处理My reading room is at your disposal.,3 in terms of 从什么角度看，就什么而言In terms of law,she should be heavily punished.4 in due time/course 经过一段时间，到适当时侯 We will be informed in due time.,Homework,Self-study 2b and exam practice.Write a letter of acceptance of 120-140 words.It should be clear,appropriately formal and include the five listed points.,BEC-II Unit 3a,Ordering goods,Presented by:Tracy Yang,Objectives:,To enable Ss to talk about making and changing orders To practise reading and listening for specific information To writing short and clear sentences in business letter,Placing an order,Warming-up exercisemake a list of the qualities Otto Company expects from his suppliers.Mail-order company:小康之家、贝塔斯曼书友社、麦考琳家居On-line shopping:当当、淘宝、卓越、异趣,Word tips,reliable and trustworthy possess basic qualities of honesty,integrity,accountability and dependabilityprovide good-quality productssatisfactory service,have flexibility towards new/additional requirementscourteous and co-operativetimely deliverycompetitive price,Reading 1,Step 1 Read the letter and do the exercise of T or FStep2 Answer some questions concerning the letterWhat is the purpose of this letter?What is the changed order?Step 3 Explain some language points.,Word tips,finalize:定稿,完结summer collection 夏季时装展览会,Reading 2,Step 1 Read the reply letter and answer the questions.Step 2 Check the answers and explain language points.Step 3 modify the letter to make it clear and supply a better version about it,Word tips,Summer catalogue 夏季时装商品目录Article 指一件具体的物品或物件 an article of clothing 一件衣服 an important article of food 一种主要食品article mix 商品组合sort the problem out 理清、解决问题,The major problems of the letter,Layout:too denseParagraph:should be divided into independent paragraphs.Connectors:use connectors to make it consistent and logical,Sentences:make the sentences short.Stick one point in one paragraphAccuracy:correct some spelling mistakes.Clarity:writing should be clear and make yourself understand.,The basic qualities(7 Cs)of business letter,1 Clear:express yourself clearly and make yourself understood2 Courteous:be polite and leave good impression on the business partners3 Concise:make your letter short and powerful and increase efficiency,4 Complete:state essential elements of transaction5 Considerate:include every detail and prepare for something unexpect