Lesson overview:
This advanced ESL lesson helps B2-C1 students master cohesive devices that bring clarity and flow to writing and speech. Through real-life business contexts, students explore how to use linkers for contrast, cause and effect, and addition. With sentence-matching, editing tasks, and email writing, learners build both accuracy and style in their communication. Perfect for students aiming to elevate their writing skills and sound more professional in workplace emails and formal English.
Lead-in:
Ask your students: “What makes writing feel easy to follow—and what makes it confusing?” Share two versions of the same idea (one with linkers, one without) and let students spot the difference. This short activity sparks curiosity and introduces the power of cohesion in communication.
