Cohesion and Coherence - Lesson Notes

**Warm Up!** Read and analyze the short paragraphs below and underline one sentence in each which is irrelevant or not related to the topic. Write your responses on a separate sheet. 1. Establishing a morning routine can set a positive tone for the day. Many people find that a nutritious brea...

**Warm Up!** Read and analyze the short paragraphs below and underline one sentence in each which is irrelevant or not related to the topic. Write your responses on a separate sheet. 1. Establishing a morning routine can set a positive tone for the day. Many people find that a nutritious breakfast helps boost their energy. The latest smartphone models are quite popular among teens. Taking a few minutes for mindfulness or stretching can enhance focus and well-being. 2. Effective time management is essential for balancing work and personal life. Prioritizing tasks can lead to increased productivity. Many families enjoy taking vacations during the summer. Using tools like calendars and to-do lists can help keep you organized. 3. Keeping a clean home is important for a healthy living environment. Regular chores like dusting and vacuuming can prevent allergies. Many people enjoy going to the beach on weekends. Creating a chore schedule can make tasks feel more manageable. 4. Maintaining social connections is vital for emotional well-being. Spending time with friends can lead to a more fulfilling life. Some people prefer to cook at home rather than dine out. Engaging in community events can help strengthen these relationships. 5. Planning meals in advance can save time and reduce stress during the week. It encourages healthier eating choices and helps manage food budgets. Many people love to travel to new places. Batch cooking on weekends can make weeknight dinners much easier. **Discussion** \# \#  **Poor Cohesion** **Strong Cohesion** ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Thousands of people visit Yosemite National Park each year. They come to experience the natural beauties of the magnificent rock cliffs and to enjoy the great outdoors. These rock cliffs pose a great danger from rock slides. Thousands of people visit Yosemite National Park each year. They come to experience the natural beauties of the magnificent rock cliffs and to enjoy the great outdoors. However, what they do not realize is that as beautiful as they are, these rock cliffs pose a great danger from rock slides.  \# ***Coherence involves\...*** ***Coherence can be achieved by:*** - Analyze the essay paragraph by paragraph. \# - Read the paper from beginning until the end without any pauses. - Think about your impressions  **Poor Coherence** **Strong Coherence** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The industry has many advantages. It can draw on great deal of research. It can also export products to key trading partners. It has significant growth potential in the medium to long term. Workers within this industry need training. It is important to keep staff up-to-date with software used in this industry. The industry has many advantages. It can draw on great deal of research, [particularly in terms] of strategies used for entering new markets. [While] there is a significant growth potential in the medium to long term, [it is clear that] workers within this sector need training. [Therefore], it is important to keep staff up-to-date with software used in this [industry.]  \# **ASSESSMENT**  **Activity I. Sentence Shuffle** **Direction:** Arrange the mixed-up sentences into a coherent paragraph. Write your answer in the box below. 1. · The sun began to set behind the mountains. · Birds chirped cheerfully in the trees. · Families gathered at the park for a picnic. · As dusk approached, the sky turned orange and pink. · Laughter and chatter filled the air. 2. \- The rain began to fall softly. \- Children splashed in puddles, laughing joyfully. \- Dark clouds gathered overhead. \- The scent of wet earth filled the air. \- Umbrellas popped open all around the park \# **Activity II. Let us Connect** **Direction:** Number the sentences in an appropriate order to form a well-constructed paragraph. Write the numbers before the letter. 1. 2. 3. \#