GRADE 8 ,MELC 4 : Lesson 5 "Signals Indicating Coherence"

Published on October 12,2021

MELC 4 Lesson 5 Signals Indicating Coherence
I

Systematic logical connection or consistency in sentences and texts are

important to establish clear presentation of information. This connection can be

established through coherence. There are signals that can be used to indicate

coherence among sentences in a paragraph or texts. These signals may include

the following: additive – also, moreover; causative – as a result, consequently;

conditional/concessional – otherwise, in that case, however; sequential – to begin

with, in conclusion; clarifying – for instance, in fact, in addition.
TRANSITION SIGNALS

Coherence is very important in a sentence, paragraph or texts. It helps the

author in establishing connection between and among concepts presented. It can

only be established with the help of various transition signals that signify different

meanings. These signals are used depending on the meaning or context portrayed.

A change in transition signal may result to incomprehensible concept or absence

of connection.

There are four (4) basic classifications of transition signals.

1. Additive Transitions

Additive transitions are used to add a similar idea, introduce an additional

idea, introduce an example or illustration, introduce a restatement or

explanation, and/or draw to close or summarize.

2. Adversative Transitions

Adversative transitions are used to introduce an opposition to an idea,

contrast and/or emphasize or clarify a point.

3. Causal Transitions

Causal transitions indicate a consequence or result.

4. Sequential Transitions

Sequential transitions indicate the sequence of ideas, events or actions.

25

PIVOT 4A CALABARZO