Teacher’s Book for Unit 3
Unit 3 Write a quick operation guide
Starting up
About the unit
In the workplace, we need to know how to use office equipment. As technicians, we need to
read product manuals, and write quick operation guides for colleagues. To write a clear and
efficient operation guide, we should know what information needs to be included in it and the
kind of writing style to use. This unit introduces some information about product operation,
and offers strategies in writing a quick operation guide. After completing this unit, Ss will
develop their writing skills, and will be able to write a quick operation guide.
Teaching objectives
When teaching this unit, the T should enable Ss to
note down specific information about product operation (Set the task & Prepare for thetask);
list two to three key points they need to consider when writing a quick operation guide
(Develop the strategies);
write a quick operation guide (Fulfil the task & To extend).
Teaching suggestions
The T can present this unit in different ways. A product-oriented approach is suggested. With this
approach, the T can guide Ss through the output task by showing them how to note down specific
information about product operation and how to write a quick operation guide.
Motivating
Ask Ss to think about what preparations to make before writing a quick operation guide.
Enabling
Scenario
Introduce “Scenario” and help Ss to get background information about the task, e.g. people’s
identities, information about the companies, etc.
Ask Ss to discuss in pairs possible preparations which should be made before writing a quick
operation guide.
Explain the language tip.
Set the task
Ask Ss to listen to the conversation and ask them what the task is for ChenJie.
Listen again and get Ss to finish the tasks in “Understand the text”.
Explain the vocabulary.
Check Ss’ answers to the task in “Language in focus”.