T: Sea is important for people. People have tried to make use of it long ago. But do you know why sea is important? How do people use the sea? How is the sea important to people? Discuss with your partner and state your opinion by referring to the example. (activity 1)

Let the Ss think for a minute and discuss the importance of the sea in people's life.

Sa: People can not only get food from the sea, but also they can make use of sea transportation.

Sb: People like sea sports, from which people can entertain themselves.

T: Your answers are to the points. Sea provides human beings food, transportation and fun. But overuse of it makes sea polluted and causes many other problems. Next we will deal with another topic-sea protection.

Activity two: Voice your opinion

T: Sea pollution has become a serious social concern in the world. Find the meanings of these key words and use them to talk about the issue.(activity 2)

Let the Ss ask each other the meaning of these words and state opinions.

Sa: There is a lot of rubbish in the sea because people who do sports on the beach throw rubbish around, so it is of great importance to raise their awareness of taking rubbish away.

Sb: The government should ban the building of factories along the beaches. Thus there will be less industrial waste in the sea.

Step III While-listening

Activity one: Listen to grasp the main idea

T: Listen to the conversation and find what is Zhi Hong's project.

Let the Ss listen and grasp the main meaning of the project.

Task two: Listening strategies

T: Read the four strategies listed on page 10 and ask yourself if you applied the four tips before. If not, try to make it your own habit while listening by following the procedures below. Look at the procedures and get familiar with it. Then be ready to apply it while listening.