News, Feature and Editorial Learning Log

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Session 1

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 1 Task	Introduction to the course	Lecture’s note	Holistic = menyeluruh literacy = literasi (verb-ing = adjective)   E.g., These writing forms encourage Holistic EFL Writing Language skills development, cultural awareness, critical thinking, communication skills, digital literacy.	Learning to write news articles exposes EFL student teachers to current events and real-world issues.	Active voice   Present tense

 

SUMMARY

           This article is titled Introduction to the News, Feature, and Editorial Writing Course. There are Real world relevance, Writing Skills and Vocabulary Development, Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity, Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills, and Enhancing Digital Literacy. And in it there are different News writing, Feature writing, and Editorial Writing. In this article is also talk about about what will be covered over the next 14 weeks

REFLECTION

            After reading the article, I gained new knowledge about News, Feature, and Editorial Writing Course. There are Real world relevance, Writing Skills and Vocabulary Development, Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity, Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills, and Enhancing Digital Literacy which have their own differences in News writing, Feature writing, and Editorial Writing.

 

 

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Session 2

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 2 Task	Learning English writing through news writing media landscape (news blogging/blog post format)	Lecture’s note	Engagement = Perjanjian Essential = Penting (verb = adjective)   E.g., The lead is Essential to be analyze first to find the effectiveness towards readers.	Learning to conduct an analysis and engage the idea which is essential on the news articles.	Active voice   Past tense

 

SUMMARY

           A thorough comprehension of the foundational ideas of journalism news is offered by the news course. We discover how crucial it is to communicate facts truthfully, promptly, and objectively. Another major focus of the course is news writing structure and strategies, like the inverted pyramid.

REFLECTION

           Strong insights into journalistic standards and the importance of trustworthy sources are provided by the News course. I now understand more about upholding journalistic integrity and how to organize stories so that readers may quickly access pertinent information.

 

 

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Session 3

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 3 Task	Understanding news values & elements.	Lecture’s note	Defining = Mendefinisikan Prominent = Menonjol (verb-ing = adjective)   E.g., Defining interesting human stories   Why Prominent Figures and institutions attract media attention.	Learning to define the structure that are prominent in the news articles.	Active voice   Present tense

 

SUMMARY

           More imaginative and narrative feature writing skills are covered in the Feature course. We get knowledge on how to find gripping tales and enthrall readers with detailed descriptions. Character, story, and writing style are the three main components of this course.

REFLECTION

            I'm learning how to make stories more vivid and intimate through the Feature course. I now realize that writing features permits more creative freedom and exploration of intriguing topics.

 

 

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Session 4

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 4 Task	Decoding the Elements of Effective News Story Writing	Lecture’s PPT	Anecdotes = Anekdot Concise = Ringkas   E.g., Use quotes and Anecdotes to add depth and human interest  It also helps to keep your writing Concise and clear.	Learning to provide the effectiveness of news articles and anecdotes in order to conduct a concise story that inform and engage readers	Active voice   Present tense

 

SUMMARY

           The craft of writing opinions and arguments is covered in the editorial course. We study how to create compelling arguments and a well-defined main thesis. Learning how to write editorials that sway public opinion is part of the course.

REFLECTION

            I'm learning how to effectively and persuasively communicate my personal opinions thanks to the Editorial course. I now realize that effective arguments in editorial writing need thorough investigation and solid proof.

 

 

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Session 5

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 5 Task	Feedback on News Gathering and News Story Writing	Lecture’s Note	Incorporating = Menggabungkan Attributing = Menghubungkan   E.g., Incorporating relevant and compelling quotes from interviews or primary sources can bring human voices into story.   Properly Attributing and providing context for visual elements is essential to maintain transparency.	Learning to give accurate feedback towards the news article and also to be able to prove that the news obtained is valid according to the real – issues.	Active voice   Present Tense   Past Tense

 

SUMMARY

           The foundations of news journalism, such as objectivity and accuracy, are the main topics of the news course.

REFLECTION

           I'm more comfortable covering news with objectivity and high moral standards.

 

 

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Session 6

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 6 Task	Associated Press style and APA style references: Common types example	Lecture’s Note	Designate = Menunjuk Unnecessary = Tidak Perlu   E.g., Lowercase adjective that Designate the status of a title.   The exact time when an event has occurred or will occur is Unnecessary for most stories.	Learning to conduct a news report based on an ethics of AP Styles (Associated Press Style). Because in conducting news there is a code of ethics that must be followed as a standard in presenting news.	Active voice   Present Tense   Past Tense

 

SUMMARY

           The Feature course covers narrative techniques for writing and puts an intense focus on storytelling inventiveness.

REFLECTION

           I'm feeling more motivated and prepared to find stories that evoke strong emotions in readers.

 

 

 

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Session 7

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 7 Task	Understanding the foundations of an editorial writing	Lecture’s Note	Although = Meskipun begitu Though = Meskipun   E.g., Although a telephone is a very useful instrument, remember it is not the only and not necessarily the best.	Although I don’t like broccoli, I still eat it	Conjunction

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Session 9

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 9 Task	Writing a persuasive editorial writing	Lecture’s Note	Approach = Mendekati Approaching = Mendekati  E.g., Perhaps the nearest approach to a pure aesthetic enjoyment in these early days is the love of flowers	Alternative solution to the problem or issue, being criticized. Anyone can gripe about a problem, but a good editorial should take a proactive approach to making the situation better by using constructive criticism and giving solution.	Inductive, Deductive and Eclectic

 

 

 

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Session 10

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 10 Task	Media Production and Ethical Consideration	Lecture’s Note	Insulting = Menghina Insultingly = Dengan menghina E.g., You don’t have to insult me like that	It is also important that organization and media agencies don’t display any information that may be insulting and harmful to different groups.	Verb, Adjective

 

 

 

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Session 11

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 11 Task	Media Development (Electric Magazine) or E-News	Lecture’s Note	Require = Perlu Requirement = Persyaratan E.g., This activity requires wearing a helmet	E-Magazine and News websites require creativity and innovation to stand up.	Verb

 

 

 

 

 

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Session 12

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary Usage	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 12 Task	Promoting Blog Content Through Social Media	Lecture’s Note	Sheer = Belaka Sheerwill = Keinginan Belaka E.g., -	For Bloggers, social media offers an incredibly powerful tool for promoting their work and reaching a wider audience. One of the key reason social media is so effective for promoting blogs is the sheer scale of the platform available.	Adjective