Signal Words: However, Although, But

Signal Words: However, Although, But

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to identify and use the signal words 'however,' 'although,' and 'but' correctly in English sentences.

What do you already know about signal words in English?

Slide 1: Introduction

Signal words are words or phrases that help to indicate a change in thought or contrast in a sentence.

Slide 2: However

The signal word 'however' is used to show a contrast or contradiction in a sentence.

Slide 3: Examples of 'However'

1. I wanted to go out; however, it started raining.
2. She is very talented; however, she lacks confidence.

Slide 4: Although

The signal word 'although' is used to introduce a contrasting idea or fact in a sentence.

Slide 5: Examples of 'Although'

1. Although it was late, she decided to go for a walk.
2. He studied hard, although he didn't pass the exam.

Slide 6: But

The signal word 'but' is used to introduce a contrasting or unexpected element in a sentence.

Slide 7: Examples of 'But'

1. She is very intelligent, but she often makes careless mistakes.
2. I wanted to buy the dress, but it was too expensive.

Slide 8: Practice Exercise

Choose the correct signal word to complete the following sentences:
1. She is tired, ________ she is determined to finish the project.
2. The weather was bad, ________ we still went for a picnic.

Schrijf 3 dingen op die je deze les hebt geleerd.

De leerlingen voeren hier drie dingen in die ze in deze les hebben geleerd. Hiermee geven ze aan wat hun eigen leerrendement van deze les is.

Schrijf 2 dingen op waarover je meer wilt weten.

De leerlingen voeren hier twee dingen in waarover ze meer zouden willen weten. Hiermee vergroot je niet alleen betrokkenheid, maar geef je hen ook meer eigenaarschap.

Stel 1 vraag over iets dat je nog niet zo goed hebt begrepen.

De leerlingen geven hier (in vraagvorm) aan met welk onderdeel van de stof ze nog moeite. Voor de docent biedt dit niet alleen inzicht in de mate waarin de stof de leerlingen begrijpen/beheersen, maar ook een goed startpunt voor een volgende les.