Clines and Continuums
Also known as: word gradients, semantic gradients, word climbs, barometers
Clines are sequences of words that go from one extreme to another, for example impossible to certain. They:
- help educators to introduce students to new vocabulary when exploring a new topic or concept
- support students to expand and deepen their vocabulary and think more carefully about word choice
- strengthen the teaching and use of modality in writing.
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How to use with ICT
- Use Google Jamboard or Microsoft Whiteboard to quickly and easily create a cline from scratch which can be adapted based on student input and class discussion.
ICT tools
External resources
| Title | Link | Description |
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| Semantic gradients | Semantic gradients | This article from Reading Rockets gives the rationale for, a guide to, and videos of using semantic gradients. |
| Collecting emotive words in context | Activity 1: collecting emotive words in context | This page includes an activity for students collecting emotive words and placing them on a gradient. |
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