1. Why do some workers take online language courses?
| A．To pass their free time. |
| B．To enrich their life. |
| C．To meet the bosses’ expectation. |
| A．Cheap. | B．Time-consuming. | C．Boring. |
| A．The pleasure of learning languages online. |
| B．The disadvantages of learning languages online. |
| C．The differences between learning languages online and offline. |
1. Why does the man find it hard to study at home?
| A．He needs a teacher’s help. |
| B．There is too much noise. |
| C．Online classes are boring. |
| A．Have a party. | B．Go for a trip. | C．Play loud music. |
3 . Online learning is now becoming very popular around the world. As we know, it allows people to learn at home and people can learn the courses from anywhere in the world. Anyone who wants to learn something can enroll (注册) into a good school offering online courses and complete their education. Besides being convenient, there is no age limit; one can take a course anytime and at any point in their career.
Online learning also means that people have more time for their own life while continuing their education. They are able to learn when it’s convenient for them, and in many cases the courses can be completed in less time than at a traditional school. People can go to work during the day and finish their homework at night. Parents can spend time with their children and then complete online classes when their children are at school or asleep. Since people don’t have to take part in any classroom activities, it does not do any harm to their lives. They can work and learn at any time of the day and at their own speed.
Many people find that online courses are less expensive than traditional ones. Classroom teaching is usually expensive and not suitable for a lot of people. Through online learning, one can save a lot. People don’t have to spend more money on traveling, staying in hotels or eating in restaurants. Online courses are a good choice for those who are short of money but want to learn something and improve themselves. According to the U.S. Department of Education, students learning online have not only saved a lot of money but also performed better than those learning in traditional schools.
Of course, online learning requires a regimented lifestyle and the ability to learn on one’s own. For people who are not strict with themselves, online learning can be a real challenge. For busy people who take online classes, time management can be a challenge. They have to decide for themselves when to work on class tasks and how long they will need in order to finish the work. So, people must think about all of these things before making a choice.
1. In the author’s opinion, online learning ________.| A．is easy to get for anyone | B．should be made fun |
| C．is a good choice for anyone | D．may disappear in the near future |
| A．how to find time to learn | B．the future of online learning |
| C．how to make use of online learning | D．the problems of online learning |
| A．Online learning is going to replace traditional schools. |
| B．People can learn more quickly through online learning. |
| C．Online learning has both advantages and disadvantages. |
| D．More and more people are now choosing to learn online. |
4 . Five years later, he quitted his job to work full-time on Khan Academy(可汗学院). The 75-person team is now based in Mountain View. The lesson style hasn't changed much, but Khan Academy now, besides science and maths, includes videos by experts in the
Today, Khan Academy has 15 million students in 190 countries. The You Tube channel has over 500 million
While Khan is perhaps YouTube's biggest
It’s easy to see the attraction:
Watching a video isn't just quicker than reading a manual—according to Khan, it's making us
Khan believes that by teaching basic concepts ahead of classroom time, videos
| A．prisons | B．communities | C．humanities | D．universities |
| A．requests | B．dislikes | C．stations | D．views |
| A．vision | B．review | C．curiosity | D．record |
| A．success | B．lie | C．advertisement | D．company |
| A．in charge of | B．instead of | C．filled with | D．full of |
| A．force | B．decorate | C．employ | D．show |
| A．lazier | B．happier | C．smarter | D．closer |
| A．basic | B．high | C．historical | D．new |
| A．Instead | B．Secretly | C．Increasingly | D．Normally |
| A．experimenting | B．catching | C．promoting | D．reducing |
| A．debate | B．experience | C．opposition | D．exercise |
| A．lead | B．support | C．play | D．pay |
| A．stop | B．free | C．criticize | D．train |
| A．studying | B．copying | C．erasing | D．selling |
| A．edit | B．post | C．share | D．pause |
5 . Taking online classes is becoming increasingly popular, but students have different opinions about it.
Zhou Lan: I love taking online courses. They give me a lot more choices and freedom. We can choose to learn whatever we want. Also, online classes enable us to study whenever and wherever we want, which is very convenient. |
Liu Bing: I don’t think taking online classes is a good way to study. There are many temptations (诱惑) on the Internet. Students can’t focus on their courses. The whole learning process is not as organized as it is in the classroom. |
Wu Wei: Online classrooms are beneficial. We might feel more concentrated on learning when we are alone in front of a computer with no one to bother us. In addition, taking courses online also means we can have more time to use a computer, which is a good way to practice our computer skills. |
Liao Siying: I think the idea of taking online courses is crazy. It can increase our exposure (接触) to computers and the radiation (辐射) from them could do harm to the human body, especially our eyes. Also, sitting in front of a computer for a long time without exercising can be harmful to our health. |
| A．One. | B．Two. | C．Three. | D．Four. |
| A．students can take online courses freely |
| B．she feels it cheap to take online courses |
| C．it helps improve students’ computer skills |
| D．students can feel more concentrated on learning |
| A．can be useful in many ways |
| B．is good for our eyes |
| C．will make students go crazy |
| D．is harmful to students’ health |
| A．Ways of studying on the Internet. |
| B．Suggestions for taking online courses. |
| C．Opinions on taking online courses. |
| D．Ideas on becoming organized learners. |
1.安慰Tom；
2.提出你的解决方法和建议；
注意：1.词数100左右，开头结尾已给出，不计入总词数；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Tom,
I have received your letter and
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Yours,
Li Hua
(1)网课的优势与不足；
(2)自己的学习感受；
注意：
(1)写作词数应为80左右；
(2) 题目已为你写好；
(3) self-disciplined 自律的。
Be self-disciplined online learners
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1. 说明问题；
2. 提出建议。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
参考词汇：线上课程online courses
Dear Tony,
I’m your student, Li Hua.
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
9 . Online education is transforming the way students learn. One 2016 survey found that offline learning students are an average of 29 years old and online learning students are an average of 33, reflecting both the popularity and effectiveness of online programmes to help adults meet educational and career goals.
Here are THREE reasons online education works well for working adults.
Course flexibility
Most online courses are accessible 24/7, 365 days a year, so you can usually study around your work schedule from anywhere in the world. If you’re an older student juggling an education with other responsibilities, this flexibility is ideal. Often, you can study for a degree online at a pace that fits your lifestyle. You can take one or several courses per semester or enroll in an online programme with shorter terms that make it easier to concentrate on one course at a time.
Recognizing that many prospective online students have already earned some credits toward their bachelor’s degree, programmes might provide transfer credits or credits for life or work experience.
Learning new skills and improving existing ones
Completing online courses from home or your desk at work can help you develop new skills to boost your earning potential.
Many companies will pay partial tuition for job-related courses that expand your knowledge base. If technology has been changing the way your industry functions, for instance, your employer might greatly value online courses that help you keep up with your field.
Instant relevance to your job
You may be surprised by how much more you enjoy your classes than you did when you were younger because in many online courses, you will find other working adults who you can network with and discuss recent experiences.
| A．Online education is more practical because you can relate what you learn to the job you do every day and improve your job performance. |
| B．Earning a certificate online can be a great way to reinvent yourself if you are looking to meet your current job’s needs. |
| C．You may want to take online courses to round out your resume so you can compete for superior positions. |
| D．Online courses can provide real value because they can help build the knowledge needed while networking with others in similar positions. |
| E．Online education is well-suited to older students often balancing education with work, family and other obligations. |
| F．Besides, some programmes also allow you to test out of certain courses. |
10 . Auckland University Online Education — What to Expect
Most Auckland University (AU) online programs are 100 percent online so that students do not come to the school campus. Instead, AU has designed a media-rich, easy-to-use learning environment through a Learning Management System (LMS).
· Discipline (纪律)
With disciplined work habits, you are likely to succeed as an online student. It is up to you to log on to your course and meet your own deadlines.
· Time Management
In order to earn competitive grades, plan on spending a minimum of 20 — 25 hours a week on each course. AU courses operate on a seven-week schedule, with start dates in January, March, May, July, September and November. Students are able to complete two courses per semester by taking one seven-week course at a time.
· Professional Connections
Many of the AU faculty (教员) who teach online have connections to industry, so the online learning environment ensures access to diverse expertise and practice. It includes an extensive network of professionals in a variety of industries.
“I work as an IT manager. And right from the very beginning, every class I took was relevant to what I was doing at work. The wide range of courses gave me a strong foundation for my career development.”
— Jim Heilman, Computer Information Systems graduate
· Technology
It goes without saying that technology plays a vital role in online learning. You will need a high-speed Internet connection and basic computer skills. For specifics, please click here to visit our Technology page.
1. How long does it take to complete one course?| A．Seven weeks. | B．One semester. |
| C．Several months. | D．At least 20 — 25 hours. |
| A．To recognize an excellent graduate. |
| B．To set a good example to other learners. |
| C．To prove benefits of professional connections. |
| D．To show effective methods of online learning. |
| A．A course brochure. | B．A college website. |
| C．An academic magazine. | D．An online advertisement. |
