หน่วยการเรียนรู้ที่ 1
วงดนตรีสากล

1. Discuss how surveillance technology influences modern life, privacy, and crime prevention using advanced vocabulary and expressions.

2. Describe electrical and surveillance devices accurately using appropriate technical and descriptive language.

3. Analyze and evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of surveillance technology in both home and public contexts.

4. Express and defend opinions on ethical issues surrounding technology and surveillance through spoken and written communication.

Before the lesson, students will:

Watch a short video or read a short article (assigned online) about “Smart Homes and Surveillance Technology.”
Example: How smart home devices collect and use data.

Prepare notes on

2 benefits and 2 risks of smart home surveillance.

2 questions they would like to discuss in class about technology and privacy.

Bring a picture or example of one electrical or surveillance device (e.g., CCTV, smart speaker, motion sensor, drone) to describe in class.

A. Introduction

• Teacher shows images of surveillance tools: CCTV, drones, GPS trackers, smart locks.

• Class discussion:

Where do we encounter these technologies?

How do they affect our sense of safety or privacy?

B. Vocabulary and Language Focus

• Introduce and discuss key terms:

Technology at home: smart appliances, automation, connectivity, AI assistant

Surveillance and crime: monitoring, data collection, hacking, identity theft, privacy breach

Descriptive language: equipped with, device that detects, motion-sensitive, wireless, discreet design

• Short speaking task: students describe one surveillance object using the new language.

C. Reading or Listening Activity

• Text: “No More Secrets” (150–180 words, teacher-provided)

• Task:

Read/listen for main ideas and answer comprehension questions.

Discuss: Does technology protect us or invade our privacy?

D. Discussion / Speaking Task (20 minutes)

• In groups, students discuss:

Is constant surveillance acceptable if it prevents crime?

Would you install cameras inside your home? Why or why not?

• Encourage advanced discussion markers: It could be argued that..., From my perspective..., I see your point, but...

E. Writing Task

• Write a short paragraph (120–150 words):
  “Surveillance technology has changed the way we live and feel at home. Discuss the pros and cons.”

• Peer feedback or teacher review.

Pictures or slides of surveillance devices (CCTV, drone, smart lock, etc.

Pre-class video/article on smart home surveillance

Vocabulary handout (technology & crime)

Reading passage: “No More Secrets”

Worksheet for vocabulary and comprehension tasks

A. Vocabulary Practice: Match the term to its definition.
B. Descriptive Task: Write three sentences describing a surveillance device (appearance, function, benefit).
C. Reading Comprehension: Answer multiple-choice or short-answer questions about the passage.
D. Discussion Prompts:

Do you think technology at home makes life easier or more complicated?

What crimes could surveillance technology help prevent—or cause?

Mini Project:

• Students design and present a new surveillance or smart home device.

• Must describe:

Its purpose and features

How it prevents or relates to crime

Possible ethical or privacy issues

• Presentation (3–5 minutes) + Q&A

Worksheet Evaluation:

• Assess completion and accuracy of vocabulary, comprehension, and writing tasks.

• Evaluate students’ use of C1-level language: coherence, precision, and critical analysis.