DEVELOPING COHESION IN ESSAY WRITING AT THE SECONDARY SCHOOL LEVEL
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cohesion, essay writing, secondary school, cohesive devices, ESL/EFL, writing instructionAbstract
Developing cohesion in essay writing is essential for secondary school students to express ideas clearly and logically. Cohesion refers to the linguistic elements that bind sentences and ideas within a text, facilitating comprehension and unity. Despite its importance, many secondary learners struggle with deploying cohesive devices effectively, often leading to disconnected and confusing texts. This article examines existing research on cohesive devices used by learners, identifies common patterns and challenges, and discusses instructional implications for improving cohesion in secondary-level essay writing.
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