Definition, Structure and Types of an Editorial

This presentation describes definitions, structure and types of an editorial both style and subject vise.

1. Definition, Structure and Types of an Editorial Presented by: Attroba Adan (01) Hina Liaqat (10) BS. MCM (V)

2. Table of contents Definitions of Editorial Structure of an Editorial A Sample Structure Types of Editorial Style vise Division Subject vise Division

3. 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.”

4. 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.”

5. 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.

6. Structure of an Editorial Editorials are written according to a well-established formula: Introduction Explanation of Issue Opinions from the opposing viewpoint

7. Structure of an Editorial

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. Types of Editoria l Types of editorial are categorized into following two divisions : Style vise division Subject vise division

14. Types of Editorial

15. Types of Editorial

16. THANK YOU!