1 . Free online courses
Greek and Roman Mythology
Instructed by Peter Struck, an associate professor of classical studies at the University of Pennsylvania, this three-week course introduces students to mythology, specifically in reference to Greek and Roman cultures. Each week students will be required to watch video lectures, ending with a quiz reviewing that week’s lessons.
Scandinavian Film and Television
This six-week course is perfect for those wanting to get familiar with Scandinavian film and television scene throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Instructor Eva Novrup Redvall, an assistant professor of film and media studies at the University of Copenhagen, leads students through weekly modules, kicking off with the early years of Scandinavian cinematic work. Film and TV clips (片段) help bring each lesson to life, as do supplemental (补充的) readings.
A Virtual Tour of the Ancient City
This class starts off with the following question: “What has Rome ever done for us?” Professor Matthew Nicholls in the Department of Classics at the University of Reading deals with that question head-on during his five-week course, focusing on the building of the ancient city of Rome and how it laid the groundwork for the construction of cities throughout the world. In addition to online discussions, the course includes digital models that students can download and view, giving them a 3-D perspective of Rome without setting foot there.
The Bard’s Life and Work
Reading Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet or any of the other works by William Shakespeare is practically a rite of passage in high school English classes, but this four-week course explore the life of the English playwright and poet. Stephen Greenblatt, the John Cogan University Professor of the Humanities at Harvard University, leads students through different approaches to literary analysis and examines how his writing has been interpreted over the centuries.
1. How does the first course help students strengthen what they have learned?| A．By playing film clips. |
| B．By giving weekly tests. |
| C．By offering online discussions. |
| D．By providing supplemental readings. |
| A．The Bard’s Life and Work. |
| B．Greek and Roman Mythology. |
| C．Scandinavian Film and Television. |
| D．A Virtual Tour of the Ancient City. |
| A．Historical cities in England. |
| B．Greek and Roman classics. |
| C．Ancient Roman architecture. |
| D．Scandinavian traditions and customs. |
| A．Eva Novrup Redvall’s. |
| B．Stephen Greenblatt’s. |
| C．Matthew Nicholls’s. |
| D．Peter Struck’s. |
| A．Studying the life and works of Shakespeare. |
| B．Exploring the history of English literature. |
| C．Reading the passage about Shakespeare. |
| D．Analyzing different modern playwrights. |
Bentley University Summer Athletic Camps
Bentley University’s Summer Athletic Camps have earned the reputation as one of New England’s best teaching camps for athletics. The college offers summer athletic camps to high school students in the sports of basketball, volleyball, and more. Bentley’s camps offer students an opportunity to learn competition skills from quality players and top coaches.
Boston University Summer Journalism InstituteBoston University’s Summer Journalism Institute will conduct three two-week sessions available in June or July to teach teenagers, between the ages of 15 and 18, the basic skills of jouralism, communication, and writing. What’s taught is based on real-life experience. Each lesson is tied to its practical application, by giving students reporting assignments on campus and in the city.
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS)COSMOS is a four-week summer residential program. It gives high school students who have shown skills within STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) opportunities to explore beyond their usual high school curriculum (课程). Full and partial scholarships are available.
Harvard’s Pre-College Program & Secondary School Program (SSP)If you’re wondering what college is like, Harvard offers college programs just to high school students who are curious. Harvard’s high school programs allow you to take real courses along with college students and actually earn college credits. You’ll be able to learn about subjects that are not taught within your high school curriculum, study with Harvard faculty (教员), and have the use of Harvard labs and other advanced libraries and equipment.
1. Which program is suitable for those who are enthusiastic about sports?| A．COSMOS. |
| B．Harvard’s Pre-College Program. |
| C．Bentley University Summer Athletic Camps. |
| D．Boston University Summer Journalism Institute. |
| A．STEM. | B．Writing. | C．Speed-reading. | D．Production of newspapers. |
| A．Learn basic skills of journalism. | B．Show interest in literature. |
| C．Prepare some topics to discuss. | D．Live at school. |
| A．It offers scholarships to students. | B．It gives students chances to use Harvard labs. |
| C．It arranges reporting tasks for students. | D．It is open to college students from around the world. |
| A．review high school courses |
| B．attend Harvard after high school |
| C．experience a college student’s life |
| D．earn extra credits and graduate early from high school |
3 . Ice Skating Programs in Nashville
At Centennial Sportsplex222 25th Ave. N., Nashville
615-862-8480
Nashville Skating Academy (NSA)
NSA’s Learn-to-Skate program can help you master skating skills in figure skating (花样滑冰) and hockey! Snow Plow Sam 1-3 for kids aged3-5; Basic 1-6 for kids aged 6 and older; Adult classes are for skaters aged 16 and older.
The NSA Learn-to-Skate program runs a seven-week series year-round on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. The Basic class package (整套计划) is $155 per seven-week series for one class per week; the complete package is $275 per seven-week series for all classes offered in the session.
Skaters must pass Basic 1 and 2 before signing up for the Learn to Skate Hockey class that focuses on skating skills specific to hockey. For skaters in level Basic 5 or above, the next program is Rising Stars Bridge focusing on spins, jumps and moves in the field.
At Ford Ice Center5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy. Antioch
615-742-4399
The Scott Hamilton Skating Academy (SHSA)
SHSA’s Learn-to-Skate program teaches skaters how to skate in figure skating and ice hockey. The Scott’s Tots program for ages 3-5 and Basic Skills 1-6 for ages 6-15 teach kids agility, coordination (敏捷、协调), balance and speed. Learn to Skate Hockey is for kids aged 6-15 to learn the fundamentals of ice hockey. Skaters must have completed Basic Skills Level 3. Freeskate 1-6 for all ages is for progressive skating skills like transitions (步法衔接), spins and jumps to guide skaters to recreational and competitive figure skating. Skaters must have completed Basic Skills Level 1-6. Adults (ages 16 and older, beginner to advanced) is for beginning and experienced skaters who want to improve their skills.
A new session begins every seven weeks, year-round. Classes are held on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Cost is $145 per seven-week session which consists of one class per week for seven weeks; $230 per seven-week session for all classes per week.
For skaters in Basic 4 and up, SHSA also offers a Theatre on Ice program, which runs for eight weeks and costs $90 for each session.
1. A four-year-old kid can attend ________.| A．NSA’s Basic 1-6. |
| B．SHSA’s Basic Skills 1-6. |
| C．NSA’s Snow Plow Sam 1-3. |
| D．SHSA’s Learn to Skate Hockey. |
| A．$145 by SHSA. | B．$275 by NSA. |
| C．$465 by NSA. | D．$690 by SHSA. |
| A．pass Basic 1& 2. | B．complete Basic 1-6. |
| C．reach level Basic 5. | D．finish Learn to Skate Hockey. |
| A．Scott’s Tots and Basic Skills1-6 teach different things. |
| B．Basic Skills 1-6 teaches transitions, spins and jumps. |
| C．Freeskate 1-6 focuses on figure skating skills. |
| D．All adult classes require skating experience. |
| A．call 615-862-8480. |
| B．sign up for a specialized class with NSA. |
| C．go to 222 25th Ave. N., Nashville. |
| D．find a program at Ford Ice Center. |
4 . So whether you are “a yoga professional” looking for somewhere new to practice, or “a novice” interested in trying yoga for the first time, Move GB is pulling all the stops out for National Yoga Month, reaching out to its 1,281 yoga partners to generate a yoga schedule for Londoners that will keep you inspired and feeling great throughout the month.
Monday, 3 September
Sunrise yoga in the clouds at Yogasphere
Start the day with an active yoga practice. An hour of mind, body and soul relaxation makes you feel flexible, inspired, and ready for the day ahead.
24th floor of The Shard, 32 London Bridge Street SEI 9SG; movegb.com
Saturday, 8 September
Aerial (空中的) yoga at Flying Fantastic
Aerial yoga gives a slightly different reading of the ancient art of yoga I uses poses through seven paths in the body and can help those with back and shoulder pain and provides a good workout. It’s devoted to helping you reduce the tension in the bones and muscles, which in turn increases your balance ability and flexibility in the muscles.
Yard Arches, 229 Union Street SEI 0LR; movegb.com
Wednesday, 12 September
Color therapy with Chroma Yoga
Conquer the mid-week tiredness and stimulate your senses with Chroma Yoga, which combines yoga practice with light and color therapy techniques, brain-stimulating music and natural smell to create a wellness experience.
45 Charlotte Road, Hackney EC2A 3PG; movegb.com
Thursday, 20 September
Power yoga at Factory 45
Turn on your holiday with an experimental studio space in the heart of Borough that is now home to art, music, fashion and fitness.
44-46 Newington Causeway, Elephant & Castle SEI 6DR; movegb.com
1. What is “a novice”?| A．A student. | B．A beginner. | C．A yoga coach. | D．A pregnant woman. |
| A．Power yoga at Factory 45 |
| B．Aerial yoga at Flying Fantastic |
| C．Color therapy with Chroma Yoga |
| D．Sunrise yoga in the clouds at Yogasphere |
| A．helping you get rid of outdated yoga moves |
| B．teaching you some basic dancing skills |
| C．curing your back and shoulder diseases |
| D．making your body more flexible |
| A．do yoga exercise while your senses are stimulated |
| B．experience floating in the air and enjoy nice views |
| C．enjoy colorful paintings by famous artists |
| D．create your own therapy techniques |
| A．To teach us the correct yoga routines. |
| B．To show us the benefit of doing yoga. |
| C．To encourage people to take more exercise. |
| D．To spread yoga classes throughout London. |
5 . University summer school courses
Welcome to our university summer school. Summer is a good time to start a course, pursue a degree, participate in a professional development program, or prepare for your future. This summer, we’ll be offering hundreds of undergraduate and graduate courses available online. These include special professional development classes and programs. Take a look at some of our courses below.
| Title: Africana Philosophy | Instructor: Ted Karson, PhD | |
| Session: seven-week session | Time: Tues., Thurs., 8:30-11:30 a. m., or on demand | Start Date: June 22, 2020 |
| Notes: This course meets via live web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time. | ||
| Description: This class carries out a research of Africana philosophy as a subject studied by professional philosophers of African background and non-African scholars. Students enrolled will be exploring related issues in a classroom environment mediated by dialogued, debates, and presentations. | ||
| Title: Space Law and Policy | Instructor: A. J. Harrison, PhD | |
| Session: four-week session | Time: Tues., Thurs., noon-3:00 p.m. | Start Date: June 23, 2020 |
| Notes: This course meets via live web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time. | ||
| Description: This course shows students the practice of space law and policy in the United States and around the world. Students start by exploring the basics of both fields. Then they take a detailed look at the roles of governance, addressing ongoing debates challenging the space sector. | ||
| Title: Introduction to Social Anthropology | Instructor: Adam Mackay, PhD | |
| Session: six-week session | Time: Tues., Thurs., 3:15-6:15 p.m. | Start Date: June 22, 2020 |
| Notes: Open to admitted Secondary School Program students. Required sections for graduate students and optional sections for undergraduate students to be arranged. | ||
| Description: The course explores anthropological approaches to society, culture, history, and current events. Students will conduct in-depth studies on a series of themes and try their best to deal with the intellectual and ethical challenges of anthropologists both in the past and at present. | ||
| Title: African and African American Religions | Instructor: Danile Evans, PhD | |
| Session: seven-week session | Time: Tues., Thurs., 8:30-11:30 a.m., or on demand | Start Date: June 21, 2020 |
| Notes: This course meets via live web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time. | ||
| Description: This course provides an overview of West African and African American religions from a comparative, transatlantic aspect. Based on up-to-date research, the course explores the historical process by which African religions have become world religions — a trend that is speeding up in the 21st century. | ||
| A．attend and participate in some academic meetings in Africa |
| B．be involved in studying some issues related to African Philosophy |
| C．have face-to-face communications with some African professionals |
| D．turn to some African background scholars for help to finish the course |
| A．By showing students how space law and policy are practised. |
| B．By showing the students around the United States and the world. |
| C．By introducing how to explore the basics of space law and policy. |
| D．By introducing the history of making the space law and policy. |
| A．Africana Philosophy. |
| B．Space Law and Policy. |
| C．Introduction to Social Anthropology. |
| D．African and African American Religions. |
| A．Ted Karson. | B．A. J. Harrison. |
| C．Adam Mackay. | D．Danile Evans. |
| A．To explore the meaning of a good summer. |
| B．To make comments on the courses of a university. |
| C．To discuss the advantages of a university summer school. |
| D．To introduce the online courses of a university summer school. |
6 . Stanford Summer Session provides high-achieving and ambitious students with a transformative educational experience at a world-class university. Here is a list of the courses.
Cellphone Photography
Instructor:Yanez, V
Course Description: The course combines critical analysis of cellphone photography with the creation of photographic artworks that explore this specific medium’s experimental, social and documentary potential. Note:No lab fee. Limited enrollment (注册人数). Attendance at the first class required. Enrollment will be determined at the first class meeting.
Human Rights and World Literature
Instructor: David Palumbo Lui
Course Description: This course has two components. The first will be a set of readings on the history of modern human rights. These readings will come from philosophy, history, political theory. The second component consists of novels and films that come from different locations in the world, each telling a good story.
Technology and Inequality
Instructor: Jihye Lee
Course Description: This course will provide an introduction to the social, politienl, and economic inequalities arising in the digital age. It also functions as an introduction to entry-level data science whereby you develop basic programming skills and apply them to present your group project. No previous programming experience is necessary.
Public Speaking: Romancing the Room
Instructor: James Wagstaffe
Course Description: A practical approach to the art of public speaking. The course aims to develop skills in speech types including those used for personal communication, interviews, demonstrations, persuading, and special occasions. Materials include video tapes, texts of famous speeches, and a final dinner program of speeches. Students evaluate presentations by others. ＄55 materials fee.
1. What should students taking Yanez, V’s class keep in mind?| A．They must show up at the first class. |
| B．They will be charged for using labs. |
| C．They should have programming experience. |
| D．They need to bring their photographic works. |
| A．philosophy | B．history |
| C．psychology | D．political theory |
| A．Cellphone photography. | B．Social psychology. |
| C．Movie review. | D．Computer science. |
| A．To make wonderful videotapes. |
| B．To give public speeches skillfully. |
| C．To organize successful dinner parties. |
| D．To write about their personal experiences. |
| A．Cellphone Photography. |
| B．Technology and Inequality. |
| C．Human Rights and World Literature. |
| D．Public Speaking: Romancing the Room. |
7 . Pre-College Summer Programs for High School Students
Applications of Nanoscience (纳米科学) Summer Institute at University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
Over the course of two weeks, program participants will learn the basics of pursuing a scientific research project. They’ll attend lectures, take part in hands-on experiments, and work on a team project having to do with actual scientific research. By the end of the program, students will have a solid understanding of nanoscience and research projects.
How Much: $3,666 (includes tuition and room & board; discount for students entering the UC system the following fall)
Artificial Intelligence Laboratory’s Outreach Summer Program at Stanford University
In an attempt to increase diversity in the field of Artificial Intelligence, Stanford University hosts this pre-college summer program for girls who are interested in A.I. and willing to choose it as a college major and future career. Over the course of three weeks, the young women in the program are exposed to Artificial Intelligence through lectures, industry field trips, hands-on projects, and even mentoring sessions (指导会议) with professors, researchers, and graduate students.
How Much: $6, 000 (includes tuition, room & board, field trips, and course materials)
Engineering Pre-College Summer Program at Syracuse University
This unique summer program is perfect for the high school students considering a career in engineering, as it combines college-level introductory courses with hands-on activities and field trips. The program offers two courses during two weeks — Civil & Environmental Engineering and Aerospace Engineering — and students can choose to participate in one or both.
How Much: $3, 090 for boarding students; $2, 191 for commuting students (走读生)
1. What can you attain from the Nanoscience program?| A．Valuable research experience. |
| B．Self-made nano-based product. |
| C．Approaches to writing applications. |
| D．Official admission to the UC system. |
| A．To appeal to more A.I. projects. |
| B．To attract more female students to explore A.I. |
| C．To promote communication between A.I. researchers. |
| D．To select qualified graduate students for the university. |
| A．Go sightseeing in nearby colleges. |
| B．Advertise for A.I. course materials. |
| C．Give lectures on A.I. to fellow students. |
| D．Communicate with A.I. experts for advice. |
| A．choose to live off campus |
| B．take two courses for a month |
| C．have a discount for your tuition |
| D．get a part-time job in engineering |
| A．They last less than two weeks. |
| B．They focus on the field of technology. |
| C．They aim at educators in high school. |
| D．They are hosted by the same university. |
