1 . Online courses offer people abundant opportunities to learn. Try some of the Harvard online courses about humanities.
The Path to Happiness
From Confucianism to Daoism, the philosophies developed over two thousand years ago are among the most powerful in human history. This course brings voices from the past into modern contexts to explore the path to a good life today.
Duration: June 16, 2021—June 14, 2022
Fees: Free of charge
Pace: Self-paced
Difficulty: Introductory
Introduction to the Ancient Greek World
This course is about ancient Greece with its unique places, ways of life and historical changes. We survey the most important social institutions and cultural traditions. We also study everyday features such as food and dress.
Duration: June 21—August 6, 2021
Fees: $3400
Pace: Instructor-led
Difficulty: Introductory
Biotechnology and the Human Good
Biotechnology offers exciting and promising prospects for healing the sick and relieving the suffering. In this course we consider possible functions beyond common treatments like making people look younger, perform better and become perfect.
Duration: June 21—August 6, 2021
Fees: $ 3400
Pace: Instructor-led
Difficulty: Intermediate
Superheroes and Power
What makes superheroes popular? How can they help us think about super powers? In this course, we explore those questions in Marvel and DC favorites (especially the X-Men) as well as independent comics novels.
Duration: June 22 —August 6, 2021
Fees: $ 3400
Pace: Instructor-led
Difficulty: Intermediate
1. Which course can you take if you are free in Oct. 2021?| A．The Path to Happiness | B．Introduction to the Ancient Greek World |
| C．Biotechnology and the Human Good | D．Superheroes and Power |
| A．Powers of superheroes. | B．More uses of biotech. |
| C．Ways to increase happiness. | D．Clinical practices of biotech. |
| A．They are of the same level. | B．They are free of charge. |
| C．They belong to the same subject. | D．They are instructor-led. |
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With the development of network, distance learning is gaining more popular. People’s opinions about it varies from one to another. In my opinion, it won’t replace with traditional learning. Firstly, it isn’t suitably for students who prefer direct communication with teachers. What’s bad, studying online too long will do harm to students’ eyes. However, it is its flexibility in time and place which benefits teaching and learning. Also, it releases teachers from repeat the same contents since the video or audio materials can played repeatedly. So it is a effective addition to traditional learning.
Briefly, the combination of distance learning and traditional learning can help students realize their potential when putting into practice.
3 . 你校将举办英语演讲比赛。请你以Be smart online learners为题写一篇发言稿参赛。内容包括：
1. 分析优势与不足；
2. 提出建议与号召。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2. 题目和首句已为你写好。
Be smart online learners
Online learning has become an important way to learn recently. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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参考词汇：新冠the Covid-19 推迟 postpone 回放 replay 师生互动teacher-student interactions
Will Traditional Classes be Replaced by Online Classes?
These days many schools in our country have launched online classes.
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5 . With a wide variety of online courses available to adults, the following ones from famous institutions at home and abroad may be a choice.
The Path to Happiness What you’ll learn: ● Ancient Chinese philosophy and how to apply it to live a better life ● Tools for self-awareness and sensing the world around you ● The philosophical theories of Confucius, Mozi, Mencius, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Xunzi, and Han Feizi Length: 13 weeks Effort: 1 — 2 hours per week Institution: Harvard University Language: English Level: Introductory | Start Talking with 1.3 Billion People What you’ll learn: ● Mandarin (普通话) vocabulary used in daily life ● Highly practical expressions in given Mandarin contexts ● Listening skills in communicating with native speakers of Chinese ● Some basic and frequently used Chinese characters Length: 6 weeks Effort: 2 — 3 hours per week Institution: Tsinghua University Language: English Level: Introductory |
Hong Kong Cinema Through a Global Lens What you’ll learn: ● Develop your critical and historical thinking skills through analyzing the relationship between the global scene and local lives in Hong Kong films ● Deepen your understanding of the impact of globalization on your own society Length: 6 weeks Effort: 4 — 6 hours per week Institution: The University of Hong Kong Language: English Level: Introductory | Mandarin Chinese for Business What you’ll learn: ● Mandarin phrases and expressions for business negotiation ● Chinese business culture and etiquette (礼仪) ● Proper business Chinese for finding business partners, networking, signing contracts, and maintaining business relationships Length: 6 weeks Effort: 4 — 10 hours per week Institution: MandarinX Language: English Level: Intermediate (中级的) |
| A．The Path to Happiness. |
| B．Mandarin Chinese for Business. |
| C．Start Talking with 1.3 Billion People. |
| D．Hong Kong Cinema Through a Global Lens. |
| A．It is taught in Mandarin. |
| B．It is about language learning. |
| C．It is provided by a university. |
| D．It is unfit for Chinese beginners. |
| A．To introduce several online courses. |
| B．To present the benefits of online courses. |
| C．To stress the popularity of online courses. |
| D．To advertise some Chinese online courses. |
6 . School is tough enough as it is, but distance learning presents a whole new challenge. Many students struggle to focus on their homework when they study at home, as online courses call for self-discipline (自律).
Motivate (激励) yourself. Think about how traditional classroom settings motivate students to get their work done: deadlines written on a whiteboard, friendly reminders and suggestions from teachers, and group study sessions with classmates.
Find a good study spot. Houses are full of distractions (分散注意力的事物)—especially if you’re in no mood to study. Set yourself up for success by reducing these distractions and creating an environment where it is easy to do schoolwork.
Use what you have. One of the many benefits of online learning is having endless Internet resources.
| A．Manage your time. |
| B．Be ready to ask all the questions. |
| C．A short break is also necessary for online learning. |
| D．You can also use these helpful methods in your own home. |
| E．Many of them might help you understand your studies easily. |
| F．Keep up with your online schoolwork with these tips for success. |
| G．If possible, find a quiet place away from your housemates, family members and TV. |
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删除:把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改:在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意:1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;
2.只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
Online learning has become an important way to learn recently. However, online learning have both advantages and disadvantages.
Its advantages are obviously. It allows us learn at any time wherever we are. Besides, it is much more easier for us to absorb resources who are available online. However, its disadvantages cannot be ignoring. Staring at the screen for a long time is harmful to us eyes. Worse still, we don’t have many opportunity to interact with teachers and classmates.
Then how to be smart online learners? First, we should discuss problems with others courageously. Second, it is wise to take the short break after learning for half an hour.
On conclusion, only by being smart online learners can we truly enjoy the benefits of modern technology.
8 . Are you one of the increasing number of students who are struggling for college education online? Follow these tips to help you be a successful online learner?
Many students assume that online classes require less work and are easier than traditional classes.
Arrangement according to class schedule is important. Log on to your course according to the required schedule. Manage your time just as you would in a traditional course.
During class, you are advised to be focused. Read and practice everything.
Remember to be active. If you have questions or don’t understand an assignment, tell your instructor.
| A．Go through every screen. |
| B．Online classes require less work |
| C．You’ll understand the instructor better. |
| D．Be sure you have the required software and hardware. |
| E．Your instructor can help you better if you tell him or her. |
| F．In reality, they’re designed just as demanding as traditional courses. |
| G．This is different from traditional classes, where a lot of communication is oral. |
