师：US communication is a way for people to make connections with each other, and there are many ways for us to communicate. Today, we're going to talk about communication methods. Class, please get your student's book, notebook, worksheet, and pen ready. We'll soon start Unit 2. We'll listen to interviews about communication ways, talk about embarrassing communication moments, read a story about breaking down communication barriers, write about our communication experiences, and finally, make a communication plan. Today, let's focus on this question: How can we communicate effectively? Linda, can you share your idea?
生：Sure. I think we need to be brave to share our feelings and opinions.
师：Good. An active communicator is open to sharing what they think and how they feel. Now look at these pictures. What can you see in them?
生：In these four pictures, when people communicate, they have eye contact.
师：Good. I also notice that when one person is speaking, the others are listening carefully. Now, answer these questions to see if you're an active communicator.
生：I like to share my opinions in public. I'm also a good listener. It's important to look at people when speaking to them in person.
师：Great. It seems you prefer face - to - face communication. Are there other communication ways in our daily lives?
生：We can communicate through WeChat or write letters.
师：Good job. There's a communication club doing a survey among New Star Middle School students. Please read after me: Survey. Here's a chart about students' favorite ways to communicate with friends. Look at the chart carefully. Can you find any features?
生：The chart has many rectangular bars and there's a percentage above each bar.
师：Fantastic. There are many rectangular bars in the chart. Now read the chart carefully and complete the questions in the worksheet. Fill in the blanks by looking for specific information. While reading, pay attention to the rectangular bars and numbers and circle the key information. Now let's check our answers.
生：Over 500 students took part in the survey. Communicating in person is the most popular among students. Texting is the second most popular way of communication. Only 5% of the students prefer to talk with their friends on the phone.
师：Correct. Each bar represents a category, a group of things with similar features. As we can see, the categories in this bar chart are about different communication ways. The height of each bar shows the percentage. The bars help us quickly know which communication way is the most and least popular. From the chart, we can also see that social media is the third most popular way of communication. 10% of the students prefer to talk with their friends by video - chatting. Three percent of students prefer to communicate through writing. Only 2% of the students prefer other communication ways. What could these other ways be?
生：Some people may communicate through body languages.
师：Good idea. Communicating through body languages can work sometimes. Now, Lu Yao, Lin Dong, and Li Bailing are talking about their favorite communication ways. Listen carefully and match them.
Lu Yao：My name is Lu Yao. I enjoy writing as a way to communicate. It allows me to take the time to sit down and put my thoughts on paper. It's something you can read over and over again. It can be treasured. What about you, Lin Dong?
Lin Dong：Hi, Lu Yao. The phone is my favorite way of communication. I use it because it enables me to get immediate attention. When I talk to my friends on the phone, I can feel their love and care. And sometimes I communicate with my friends and family through video - chatting. We can see each other on the screen. What's your idea, Li Bailing?