ENG02_CO2.1 Cohesion and Coherence
Page 1: Course Overview
Course Title: ENG02: Reading and Writing Skills
Focus: Reading and Thinking Strategies Across Text Types
Institution: Mapúa University
Website: www.mapua.edu.ph
Page 2: Properties of a Well-Written Text
Key Properties:
I. Organization
II. Coherence and Cohesion
III. Language Use
IV. Mechanics
Page 3: Learning Objectives
Understand the properties of a well-written text.
Evaluate the quality of a well-written text.
Page 4: Describing a Well-Written Text
Discussion Prompt: How do you describe a well-written text?
Page 5: Detailed Properties of Well-Written Texts
Properties:
I. Organization
II. Coherence and Cohesion
III. Language Use
IV. Mechanics
Types of Arrangement:
Chronological Order
Spatial Order
Emphatic Order
Signal Devices include:
Transitions
Repetitions
Synonyms
Pronouns
Page 7: Organization
Definition: The arrangement of ideas in a text.
Features of Organized Text:
Well-defined purpose
Clear positions or arguments
Well-structured definitions and explanations
Provision of details
Logical presentation of ideas
Page 8: Coherence and Cohesion
Coherence:
Logical arrangement of ideas.
Cohesion:
Connection of ideas across the text.
Page 10: Characteristics of Coherence
Text is:
Logically organized
Appropriately sequenced
Easy to understand and follow
Page 11: Characteristics of Cohesion
Cohesion occurs at different levels:
Between sentences
Within paragraphs
Across parts of sentences
Page 13: Arranging Details in Paragraphs
Arrangement Methods:
A. Chronological Order
B. Spatial Order
C. Emphatic Order
Page 14: Chronological Order
Description: Arrangement according to the sequence of events from first to last.
Page 15: Example of Chronological Order
Narrative: A sequence of unfortunate events leading to a conclusion.
Page 16: Spatial Order
Description: Descriptive arrangement that takes the reader from one physical location to another.
Page 17: Example of Spatial Order
Narrative: A description of devastation following a storm, moving through the scene.
Page 18: Emphatic Order
Description: Arrangement by importance or relevance.
Signal Words: more important, most important, of greatest importance, etc.
Page 19: Example of Emphatic Order
Statement: Discusses the efforts of Mayor DeSalvo and their significance.
Page 20: Signal Devices
Definition: Words that guide readers through the text’s progress.
Page 21: Transitions
Purpose: Connect one idea to another for smooth flow.
Page 22: Transition Examples (Time)
Words/phrases indicating time sequences: after a while, eventually, first, finally, etc.
Page 23: Transition Examples (Sequence)
Words/phrases indicating order: next, last, another, additionally, etc.
Page 24: Transition Examples (Space)
Spatial relationship indicators: above, next to, below, etc.
Page 25: Transition Examples (Illustration)
Words indicating examples: for example, in conclusion, specifically, etc.
Page 26: Transition Examples (Comparison)
Comparisons made with words like similarly, likewise, etc.
Page 27: Transition Examples (Contrast)
Contrasts indicated by: however, nevertheless, despite that, etc.
Page 28: Transition Examples (Cause and Effect)
Indicators: because, as a result, therefore, etc.
Page 29: Transition Examples (Conclusion)
Indicators: in conclusion, thus, finally, etc.
Page 30: Transition Examples (Addition)
Indicating additive information: again, in addition, further, etc.
Page 31: Transition Examples (Concession)
Words/phrases indicating concession: naturally, granted, etc.
Page 32: Transition Examples (Emphasis)
Emphasis indicated by: certainly, in fact, indeed, etc.
Page 33: Transition Examples (Summary)
Phrases for summarizing: in summary, in brief, altogether, etc.
Page 34: Repetitions
Purpose: To emphasize and create coherence through reiteration of ideas.
Page 35: Thesis Statement Importance
The thesis statement introduces the main argument and structures the essay.
Page 36: Synonyms
Function: Provide variety in word choice and sustain reader interest.
Example: Comparisons of myths narrating sacred histories.
Page 37: Usage of Pronouns
Pronouns refer to previously mentioned nouns to enhance clarity.
Page 39: Questions on Cohesion and Coherence
Discussion: Can cohesion exist without coherence, and vice versa?
Page 41: References
Source: Landich, K. (2018). Properties of a well-written text.
Retrieved from http://bitly.ws/9VX5
Page 42: Conclusion
Gratitude expressed for the session.