Crafting an Editorial for a Newspaper: A Comprehensive Guide

 Name:​Virna Mustika

Nim:​1988203067

MEET 12 : Crafting an Editorial for a Newspaper: A Comprehensive Guide

 

 

A. LEARNING LOG

 

Number of the meeting task	Topic of the meeting	Source	Vocabulary Usage (New vocabulary words or phrase encountered during the session material)	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meet 12	Crafting an Editorial for a Newspaper: A Comprehensive Guide	Lecturer’s note	Endeavouring(berusaha) /ənˈdevər/ Verb, endeavouring try hard to do or achieve something.	The government is endeavouringto improve healthcare access for all citizens.	Gerund or present participle
			Intrique verb /inˈtrēɡ/(membangkitkanminat) arouse the curiosity or interest of; fascinate.	The enigmatic storyline intrigues readers from the very beginning.	Present tense
			Grasp (memahami), verb, seize and hold firmly.	I am trying to grasp the grammar of this new language	Main verb
			Stance (pendirian) noun, the way in which someone stands, especially when deliberately adopted (as in baseball, golf, and other sports); a person's posture.	He changed his stance after new evidence was discovered	Noun, plural form
			craftsmanship(keahlian), Noun,  skill in a particular craft.	I admire his engineering skills and craftsmanship	Nounphrase

 

 

B. REFLECTION

I have developed my understanding of this topic guide provides valuable insights into the art of crafting compelling editorials for newspapers, emphasizing the importance of standing out from the ordinary. The introduction rightly underscores the significance of distinguishing one's work in order to resonate with the audience. The classification of editorial types, including interpretive, satirical, persuasive, and commending, adds depth to the guide. Each type is succinctly explained, offering clarity to prospective editorial writers. The provided tips for crafting an editorial essay are practical and insightful. The emphasis on topic selection, clear articulation of viewpoints, thorough research, and a structured approach provides a comprehensive framework for effective editorial writing. The suggestion to anticipate reactions and prepare responses adds a layer of practicality to the guide.

 

C. SUMMARY

Crafting an Editorial for a Newspaper: A Comprehensive Guide" and "Writing an Effective EFL News-Editorial is the comprehensive guide provides a thorough overview of crafting impactful editorials for newspapers. It emphasizes the need to distinguish one's work, with a focus on engaging the audience. The guide covers fundamental concepts, defining editorial essays as expressions of the author's perspective or solutions to ongoing issues. Tips for crafting an editorial essay include careful topic selection, clear articulation of opinions, thorough research, a structured approach, and content development with attention-grabbing headlines and definitive thesis statements. Proposing solutions and anticipating reader reactions are essential steps, as is adherence to a systematic editorial structure. In summary, both sections provide a comprehensive guide for crafting editorials, covering essential aspects from content creation to effective communication, with a special focus on the unique considerations for non-native English speakers in news-editorial writing.