School Limay Polytechnic College Grade Level VIII

Name Alyssa Ermino Learning Area English

Detailed Lesson Plan in English VIII

I. OBJECTIVES

A. Content Standards The learner demonstrates the use of appropriate

cohesive devices.

B. Performance Standards The learner is able to apply the use of appropriate

cohesive devices.

C. Learning Objectives At the end of the lesson , the learners should be able
to:
1. use of appropriate cohesive devices;
2. classify cohesive devices based on their
use/purpose;
3. write an essay by incorporating cohesive
devices;
4. express a heightened enthusiasm for
incorporating cohesive devices in writing
essays.

II. CONTENT Use of appropriate Cohesive Devices

III. LEARNING
RESOURCES

A. REFERENCES

Materials for learning resources https://ieltsimpacts.wordpress.com/2018/06/13/

cohesive-devices-or-linking-words/

Materials Charts , Picture

Value Be obedient.

IV. PROCEDURE TEACHER’S ACTIVITY STUDENT'S ACTIVITY

 Preparatory Activities:

Prayer.
Mr. Bernarte, please lead the prayer
“Let’s bow our heads and
let us pray……..Amen”

Greetings.
Good Morning Class! How’s everyone? Are you all
doing good? “Good morning, Ma’am!”
“Yes , Ma’am”

Checking of Attendance “I'm glad to report that

Ms.Bernales, do we have any absentees for today? everyone is present
today!”

Thank you Ms.Bernales!

A.Review of the previous lesson Before we start our lesson for today , do you still
remember our previous lesson? “Yes , Ma’am, setting
and atmosphere”

Okay Ms. Dimla , what is setting?

It’s the context in a scene
or story that describes
the elements in which a
story is taking place,
including time, place,
and environment.

What is atmosphere? Yes, Ms. Ariola Atmosphere is the

element that evokes
certain feelings or
emotions.

VERY GOOD!
B. Motivation INSTRUCTION: Identify the words using the given
picture.

1. +
1.FIRSTLY

2. + 2. ALTHOUGH

3. + +

3. LIKEWISE

4. + +
 4. BUT

5. IN ADDITION

5. +

VERY GOOD! Thank you for participating!

C. Discussing new concept After identifying those words , what do you notice about
(DISCUSSION PROPER) those words?
Answers may vary.

Those words are called Cohesive Devices.

Do you know what a cohesive device is?

No , Ma’am!

COHESIVE DEVICES refers to the conjunctions,

connectives and pronouns used to link the parts of a
piece of writing.

Examples of cohesive devices are:

● And
● But
● Moreover
● Although
● first(ly),second(ly)...
● Likewise
● Next , etc…..

Now , let’s classify the cohesive devices based on their

use or purpose using the this chart:
 Answers may vary.

Answers may vary.

Ms.
De Lara , can you use one of these cohesive devices in
a sentence(s)?

Mr. Arco , can you give us another example?

D. Practicing new skills Let's analyze this text and try to identify the cohesive
(DEEPENING) devices used , and classify those cohesive devices
based on their use/purpose.

CREATING AN ESSAY

First , choose a topic. Second , gather

information(s) you need. Third , create a draft and
check if you can make it better. Create the Introduction ,
Body , and Conclusion. Lastly , check for errors such as
grammatical errors, etc…

Guide Questions:

1. What are the cohesive devices used in the text?

2. How can cohesive devices affect the message
of the text?
3. Classify the cohesive devices used in the text
based on their purpose.

Answers:
1. First , second,
third , lastly.
2. Through the use
of cohesive
devices , the text
became more
organized.
3. Sequencing
 VERY GOOD!

E. Developing Mastery Activity #1:

(ACTIVITY) INSTRUCTION : Identify the cohesive devices used
in the sentences below.
1. In writing an essay , first, you need to choose a
topic. Next , gather information needed.
2. Jose Rizal is our national hero , however ,
some believed that Andres Bonifacio should be
the national hero.
3. The exams are not difficult , as long as you
study well.
4. Alyssa went to Dunkin Donuts to buy donuts but
the store was closed.
5. If you notice that your friend has a problem ,
you must find a way to somehow help her such
as ; giving advice , being there to support her ,
help her to find a solution to her problem , etc…

Answers:
1. First , next
2. However
3. As long as
4. But
Activity #2: 5. Such as
INSTRUCTION: Classify the given cohesive devices
based on its use/purpose.
1. And
2. Firstly
3. Furthermore
4. But
5. For example
6. Likewise
7. Unless
8. Next
9. Third
10. However

Answers:
1. Adding
2. Sequencing
3. Adding
4. Qualifying
5. Illustrating
6. Comparing
7. Qualifying
8. Sequencing
9. Sequencing
Activity #3: 10. Contrasting
INSTRUCTION:Form a group with 5 members and
write the steps/procedure in writing essays. Use
appropriate cohesive devices in writing the
steps/procedure. (You can search on the internet)
 GROUP 1. Informative Essay
GROUP 2. Argumentative Essay
GROUP 3. Persuasive Essay
GROUP 4. Expository Essay
GROUP 5. Reflective Essay

Answers may vary.

F. Making generalization and Now , let me ask you.

abstract of the lesson.
(GENERALIZATION)

What is a Cohesive Device?

Cohesive devices are
conjunctions,
connectives and
pronouns used to link the
parts of a piece of
writing.

Give examples of Cohesive Devices.

But , and , however,

first , next , for example ,
such as , as long as ,
etc…
(Answers may vary)

What are the classifications of cohesive devices based

on their use/purpose that we discussed?

● Adding
● Sequencing
● Illustrating
● Comparing
● Qualifying
● Contrasting

VERY GOOD!

G. Evaluating the lesson INSTRUCTION: Use appropriate Cohesive Devices

(EVALUATION) in writing the procedure of following: (Choose one
topic)
1. Cooking (Any type of dish based on your
preference)
2. Your daily routine during school days.
3. Courtship (Narrate how courtship should be
done)
 Answers may vary.

H. Assignment
INSTRUCTION: Give one example of cohesive
devices and use it in a sentence.

1. ADDING
2. ILLUSTRATING
3. COMPARING
4. CONTRASTING
5. QUALIFYING

PREPARED BY: CHECKED BY:

ALYSSA P. ERMINO HELEN BUGAY
STUDENT TEACHER