ARALING PANLIPUNAN: NEWS EDITORIAL HOW TO WRITE AN EDITORIAL ON RECENT POLITICAL, SOCIAL, ECONOMIC ISSUE OR PROBLEM MA. SARAH BAES MT II | FELICIANO Y. CONSING NHS
Araling Panlipunan : Editorial Writing – How to write an editorial on the recent political, social, and economic issues Ma. Sarah C. Baes Master Teacher I, FYCNHS
What is an editorial? An article that states the newspaper’s stance or opinion on a particular issue. Basically, it is a persuasive essay that offers a solution to a problem.
What is an editorial? Editorials appear on the newspapers’ editorial page, a page which includes editorials, columns, opinion articles, reviews and cartoons. Editorials should be clearly stated and not presented as news.
What is an editorial? The newspaper is the voice of the community. The editorials are the voice of the newspaper This voice can inform readers, stimulate thinking, mold opinion, and occasionally move people to action.
What is an editorial? The “newspaper’s soul” Expression of fact and opinion in a concise, logical, pleasing order Non-fiction Usually written in elegant but understandable language
Where do editorial ideas come from? The daily lives of students in the school. Their interaction with each other, with the faculty, with the administration. This interaction affects classes, extracurricular activities, and after-school activities. Also community, state, national and international issues are of concern to the well-informed student.
State the subject and your position on the subject in the introduction. Discuss opposing points of view. Prove your position with supporting details. Draw a conclusion and end with a punch. How to organize an editorial Different newspapers will have different ideas about how to organize an editorial, although most will follow these four steps.
State the problem or situation S P C E S State your position Give evidence to support your position State and refute the position of other side in the conclusion Offer possible solutions in the problem, also known as CALL TO ACTION
What went wrong? Starting in January, students who are tardy to class will go directly to the In-School Suspension room for that entire class period and write an essay about why they were tardy. While this plan has drawbacks, it is not all bad. Students who are tardy are disruptive to the entire class. Plus, since many teachers have no consequences for tardies , students have little incentive to be on time. But sometimes tardies can not be avoided. Sometimes the restroom lines are long or a locker gets jammed. Students should not be punished for some tardies .
What went wrong? You didn’t take a STAND. The argument was trite and generalized. Be specific to the situation. You asked too many rhetorical questions without stating an opinion.
What went wrong? The wording was pompous or pretentious. You turned into a preacher. You got off the topic. Your argument lacked credibility. You used stereotypes or made personal attacks.
REMEMBER The editorial is not the opinion of the writer, but represents the opinion of the newspaper There is NO BYLINE on editorials Therefore, it would be silly to use words such as “I think” or “in my opinion” in an editorial. In reality, these words often weaken your argument anyway It is much stronger statement to say “There is an injustice” than to say “I think this is wrong.” Don’t leave any doubt in your reader’s mind about the stance taken in the editorial.
Types of Editorial Editorial of Information It seeks to give information on facts unknown to the reader. It restates the facts of news stories or adds other facts with minimum explanation. It may define terms, identify persons or factors or provide a background: e.g., Freedom of the Press.
Types of Editorial Editorial of Interpretation It explains the significance or meaning of a news event, current ideas, condition, or situation, theory, or hypothesis. The writer doesn’t argue nor criticize, but merely presents both sides of an issue and leaves the judgment to the reader. It merely interprets, say for example, the content of a new memorandum issued by the principal; e.g., Freedom of the Press: Two Schools of Thought.
Types of Editorial Editorial of Criticism It points out the good or the bad features of a problem or situation mentioned in the news. Its purpose is to influence the reader. It suggests a solution at the end, e.g., School Administration Not Sincere in Press Freedom Promise.
Types of Editorial Editorial of Commendation, appreciation, or tribute It praises, commends, or pays tribute to a person or organization that has performed some worthwhile projects or deeds, or accomplishments; e.g., Laurels to Barangay Dance Troupe.
Types of Editorial Editorial of Argumentation This is oftentimes called editorial of persuasion. The editor argues in order to convince or persuade the reader to accept his stand on the issue; e.g., Freedom of the Press: Not Violated.
Types of Editorial Editorial of Entertainment It evokes a smile, a chuckle, laughter, while suggesting truth. Its main aim is to entertain. It is usually short; e.g., Miniskirt, Anyone?
Types of Editorial Mood Editorial It presents a philosophy rather than an argument or an explanation. Oftentimes, the subject matter is nature or emotion; e.g., Those Wonderful People Called Parents.
Types of Editorial Special Occasion It explains the significance of a special day or occasion; e.g., The Significance of Christmas, Au Revoir.
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DAILY LESSON LOG Grade 11- Understanding Culture, Society & Politics I. OBJECTIVES A. Content Standard How individuals learn culture and become competent members of society B. Performance Standard Assess the rules of social interaction to maintain stability of everyday life and the role of innovation in response to problems and challenges
C. Learning Competencies/ Objectives Promote protection of human dignity, rights, and the common good (UCSP11/12BMS-Ih-19) II. CONTENT Becoming a member of society; Human dignity, rights, and the common good
I II. LEARNING RESOURCES A. References: Curriculum Guide for SHS Core Curriculum Understanding Culture, Society & Politics B. Other Learning Resources pictures, articles, module
I II. PROCEDURE A . Reviewing previous lesson or presenting the new lesson: Present pictures that depict human rights violation B. Establishing a purpose for the lesson: What human rights violations are reflected in the pictures? As a member of society, if these incidents happened in your place, what will you do?
C. Presenting examples/instances of the new lesson: Present a sample of an article that depicts human rights violation D. Discussing new concepts and practicing new skills #1 Present the lesson on the promotion and protection of human dignity, rights, and the common good
E. Discussing new concepts and practicing new skills #2 Ask: What journalistic article did I present a while ago? (possible answer: editorial) Teacher presents what an editorials article is and its types. F . Developing Mastery (Leads to Formative Assessment) As members of society, how will you promote human dignity, rights, and common good in your: HOME SCHOOL COMMUNITY
G. Finding practical applications of concepts and skills in daily life? If you will be given a chance to have a voice (e.g. SK official, etc.) what particular ordinance will you pass that will promote human dignity, rights, and common good? H. Making generalizations and abstractions about the lesson: Think of an issue on political, social, or economic.
H. Evaluating Learning: From your list of political, social, and economic issues that you have in mind, select one and come up with any type of editorial (e.g. editorial of information, argumentation…) (Present rubric for the activity)
NEWS ARTICLE EXAMPLE
Transport groups press SC to stop PUV modernization MANILA — Various transport groups, including those from Negros Island, went to the Supreme Court on Tuesday in time for its en banc session to call for the immediate issuance of a temporary restraining order against the public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program. " Lumuwas kami talaga dito , para makita ng Korte Suprema na hindi lang yung Metro Manila at NCR yung apektado ,” said Lilian Sembrano , chairwoman of transport group KABACOD Negros. Piston national president Mody Floranda told ABS-CBN News that they were still hopeful that the Supreme Court would issue a TRO before the end of January.
Floranda said they would mount another transport protest and were just finalizing its exact date. He reiterated that they would continue plying their regular routes on February 1, despite stern warning from regulators that all unconsolidated PUJs would be deemed colorum and apprehended. “Wala namang operator na gustong maging colorum yung kanilang mga sasakyan . Una, hindi pinapayagan ng LTFRB (Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) na mag-renew ng kanilang PA o temporary permit to operate,” Floranda told ABS-CBN News.
He said drivers and operators would attend another the continuation of the House of Representatives probe on Wednesday to iron out issues on PUV modernization. On Teleradyo Serbisyo, Manibela President Mar Valbuena said the government should focus on helping their sector. “Itong gobyerno natin dapat pangalagaan niya yung mamamayan niya na huwag mawalan ng hanapbuhay. Kabaligtaran po ang ginagawa, tinatanggalan niya ng kabuhayan yung mga drivers at operators na mga kasamahan po natin,” Valbuena said. The Department of Transportation ( DOTr ) previously said there was no turning back in terms of the implementation of the PUV modernization program.
EXAMPLE EDITORIAL ARTICLE
Sustain traditional jeepney drivers Is there life after 31 December 2023? Under the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP), yesterday was the deadline given for the holders of single franchises to consolidate under a cooperative or corporation. Consolidation is argued to give members more leverage to buy modern PUVs, worth P2.8 million in September 2023. Under this setup, members can apply for loans for the purchase. Those who failed to consolidate by the end of the year 2023 will have their permits to operate revoked.
Yet, the PUVMP faces criticism and resistance, particularly because the steep cost of a modern public utility jeepney (PUJ) puts this beyond the reach of many drivers and operators. A traditional jeepney costs from P150,000 to P250,000, reported Rappler on Mar. 14, 2023. Even with a government subsidy to cover the down payment for a bank loan, a loan to cover the more than P2 million approximate cost of a modern PUJ requires an amortization of P38,000-P40,000 per month for seven years. These terms no longer make the acquisition of a modern PUV viable for many traditional jeepney operators and drivers, according to testimonies for a House hearing made by officials of the Development Bank of the Philippines and the Landbank of the Philippines, two government financial institutions issuing loans for the PUVMP.
Being saddled with this debt is inhuman for a jeepney driver who clears less than P500 a day, often in competition with modern bus-jeepneys (Beeps) and obstructions posed by heavy traffic and roadwork closures in urban centers. Commuters posted their support for the traditional jeepney community on social media during the recent holiday. Karla, a daily commuter who takes three rides in a one-way route from her residence in Lapu-Lapu City to her workplace in Cebu City, says that the PUVMP’s implementation of the first-phase consolidation in January 2024 means the loss of livelihood for thousands of traditional jeepney drivers and more uncertainties for their families, with many still struggling to recover from the pandemic lockdowns. Karla doubts whether the PUVMP can absorb all the displaced drivers of traditional jeepneys and guarantee them a daily earning of P650, more than the usual take-home earning of a traditional PUJ driver.
“ Unsa na man ilang panginabuhi (what will happen to their livelihood)?” she asks, pointing out that every person, from the richest to the poorest, requires a means to earn and provide a decent life for his or her dependents. From the standpoint of the survival of jeepney drivers and their families, the PUVMP fails to offer viable alternatives that are not hinged on taking out a multi-million loan or consolidating and losing their single-proprietorship franchises to cooperatives and corporations. The Department of Social Welfare and Development announced that displaced drivers and operators of traditional jeepneys can avail of financial assistance through the Assistance in Crisis Situation (AICS) program, reported the Philippine News Agency on Dec. 29, 2023.
After assessment by social workers, families affected by the PUVMP can avail themselves of food, cash aid and other forms of assistance. However, the AICS is a one-time grant. Traditional jeepney drivers and their families resorted to living in their PUJs during the pandemic lockdowns because they had no savings to fall back on. Many members of the informal economy did not receive food and cash subsidies from local government units during two years of the lockdowns.
Seeking to balance ecological sustainability and economic survival, citizens urge the government to support operators and drivers of traditional PUJs in upgrading their units to become more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly. Upgrading will also be less costly than modernization. The bottom line is that, for genuine development to take place, all stakeholders, especially the most affected—traditional jeepney drivers and their families—should benefit from innovations.