Is there a __________ (1) between learning styles in China and the West? While we should be careful to avoid __________ (2) the differences, they do appear to exist. In China, for example, greater __________ (3) is given to developing skills at an early age. The Americans, __________ (4), place more emphasis on __________ (5) creativity in young children, leaving them to __________ (6) skills later. American parents tend to avoid rushing in to __________ (7) their children as they try to __________ (8) a task, thinking it better that children should learn to solve problems by themselves. Such an approach can, __________ (9), be mistaken for __________(10) one's parental duties by those more used to "teaching by holding the hand." Both approaches have their disadvantages as well as advantages, and it may well be __________ (11) to search for a __________ (12) method that would combine the best of both worlds.
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- 1. complete the passage with words chosen from theWords and Phrases to Drill box. change the form where necessary.Words and Phrases to Drillaccomplish apply assist attach await bold continual contrast creativecritical departure desirable emerge enormous evolve exaggerate initialinsert investigate neglect occasion performance phenomenon principalpriority promote relevant somewhat summarize superior valid worthwhilefind one's way in. due course in retrospect make up for not in the least on occasion on the other hand pick up throw light on work onIs there a________ (1) between learning styles in China and the West? While we should be careful to avoid_______ (2) the differences, they do appear to exist. In China, for example, greater ______(3) is given to developing skills at an early age. The American, ________ ________ _________ ________ (4), place more emphasis on ________ (5) creativity in young children, leaving them to_________ ________ (6) skills later. American parents tend to avoid rushing in to____________ (7) their children as they try to __________(8) a task, thinking it better that children should learn to solve problems by themselves. Such an approach can,________ ________ (9), be mistaken for__________ (10) one's parental duties by those more used to “Teaching by holding the hand." Both approaches have their disadvantages as well as advantages, and it may well be_____________ (11) to search for a___________( 12) method that would combine the best of both worlds.2. Complete the passage with the words chosen from the boxpostponing perform competent definitely solved designed fortunateapproach facing practically quality equipped rest purpose endThe real challenge to us teachers is combining the best of both worlds into one. Creativity and basic skills need to be considered in terms of being means to an______ (1), rather than simply as ends in themselves. Some Chinese students may not ______ (2) well in hypothetical (假设的) sittings, but when it comes to_______ (3) real life challenges and issues, they are more than ______ (4) in resolving most of them, _______ (5) as they are with their strong skills. The U.S. system may be______ (6) to aim more at producing top of the cream students, but that ______(7) may do damage to the big bulk of the ______ (8) of the student body. The Chinese education system is _______ (9) not perfect, but it does produce a_______ (10) workforce. And I truly believe that solid basic knowledge/skill focus is the single big-gest force driving the rise of China as a country.
- Which of the following is Chinese way of education? A: They tend to tell the children they should rely on themselves for solutions to problems. B: They encourage children to ask questions and work independently at a very young age. C: They want their children to spend most of their time and effort on study. D: They put more emphasis on fostering creativity in small kids, believing skills can be picked up sooner or later.
- Both teachers and parents believe that young children should (teach)________ ____ road safety rules in order to avoid accidents.
- 16. Both teachers and parents hold the view that young children should (teach)___________ road safety rules to avoid accidents.
- (10) Some people think that young children should be allowed to do paid work, while others think that this should be illegal.Discuss both opinions and give your opinion. A: (a) The advantages of allowing children to do paid work (b) Your opinion. B: (a) The advantages of allowing children to do paid work (b) The disadvantages this (c) Youropinion. C: (a) The problems of allowing children to do paid work (b) The benefits of allowing themto do paid work.