Definition, Structure and Types of an Editorial
Transcript of Definition, Structure and Types of an Editorial
Definition, Structure and Types of an
EditorialPresented by:
Attroba Adan (01)Hina Liaqat (10)BS. MCM (V)
Table of contents•Definitions of Editorial•Structure of an EditorialA Sample Structure• Types of EditorialStyle vise DivisionSubject vise Division
Definition• According to M. Ali Johar:
“ Editorial is an essay written on the subject which is being discussed in the society and is
not written only to fulfill the newspaper, in fact, it should have worth also.”
Definition• According to G.M Naqqash:
“An editorial is not simply an essay on some important issue, with a few lines of criticism
or comment at the end. A good editorial article is a carefully constructed analytical
essay in which writer explains and interpret an event or public issue.”
Definition• Some other definitions are:An article in a newspaper that expresses the editor's opinion on a subject of particular interest at the present time.
Editorial is a comment on those trends which lie at the core of daily occurrences.
Structure of an Editorial• Editorials are written according to a well-established
formula:Introductio
nExplanation of Issue Opinions
from the opposing viewpoint
Structure of an EditorialThe opinions of the writer delivered in a professional manner
Alternative solutions to the problem
A solid and concise conclusion
A Sample Structure Lead with an Objective Explanation of the
Issue:
• Include the five W's and the H.• Pull in facts and quotations from the sources
which are relevant.• Additional research may be necessary.
A Sample Structure Present Your Opposition First:
• Identify the people who oppose you.• Use facts and quotations to state objectively
their opinions.• Give a strong position of the opposition.
A Sample Structure Directly Refute The Opposition's Beliefs:
• Pull in other facts and quotations from people who support your position.• Acknowledge the valid point of opposition. It will make you appear rational.
A Sample Structure Give Reasons:
• In defense of your position, give reasons from strong to strongest order.
• Use a literary or cultural reference that lends to your credibility and perceived intelligence.
A Sample Structure Conclude With Some Punch:
• Give solutions to the problem.• A quotation can be effective, especially if from an esteemed source.• A rhetorical question can be an effective concluder as well.
Types of EditorialTypes of editorial are categorized into following
two divisions:
Style vise division Subject vise division
Types of EditorialStyle vise Division
Serious Editorial
Informative Editorial
Persuasive Editorial
Logical Editorial
Critic Editorial
Types of EditorialSubject vise
Division
Political Editorial
Social Editorial
Religious Editorial
Economical Editorial
Scientific Editorial
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