Meeting 1 Journalistic Language Class.pptx

Journalistic Language

1. LANGUAGE JOURNALISTIC

2. JOURNALISM? WHAT IS Acta Diurna : First News Type of Publication ( Ancient Rome, Julius Caesar (100 – 44 SM) Diurna – du jour ( France ) – journal English) – Journalistic ( Journalism) As a science, journalism is included in the field of scientific studies of communication, which is the science that studies the process of delivering messages, ideas, thoughts, or information to others with intent notify, influence, or provide clarity. Roland E. Wolseley : journalistic is activities of collecting, writing, interpretation, processing, and dissemination general information, opinion of observers, general entertainment systematically and can be trusted to be published in newspapers, magazines, and Broadcasting.

3. JOURNALISTIC WHAT IS LANGUAGE Journalistic language is the language style used by journalists in writing news in mass media Newspaper language, Language of Mass Communication “Journalistic language” refers to the way that journalists (also called reporters) convey their stories to the public— the way they report on the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of each story

4. The items that make up the news agenda are not randomly assembled, nor are they the outcome of a natural and unchanging order. Rather, journalism is a matter of selection. STUDY: U.S. NEWSPAPERS ARE MORE THAN TWICE AS LIKELY TO CITE ISRAELI SOURCES IN HEADLINES THAN PALESTINIAN ONES

5. Language is a means of communication either oral or written. Language is social : journalism fosters community by drawing upon a linguistic repertoire in common with the audience Language enacts identity and the right to speak : a journalist entitled to express public outrage. Journalistic language denotes agency and power Language is political

6. The analysis of journalism’s language allows us to look at how journalism builds stories, how these stories function as arguments, and how the linguistic construction of the story shapes the way in which it is to be understood.

7. . Without language, journalism would be no more than a picture book or a silent film. This is why it is important for us to study the language used.

8. President Jokowi denies politicizing social assistance - Politics - The Jakarta Post

9. JOURNALISTIC LANGUAGE CHARACTERISTICS OF Clarity and Conciseness:. Sentences are typically short and to the point, with a focus on delivering the essential facts. Inverted Pyramid Structure: the most important information is presented at the beginning (the lead), followed by supporting details in descending order of importance. This allows readers to quickly grasp the main points even if they don't read the entire article. Objectivity: presenting facts without bias or personal opinion. Reporters are expected to separate their personal views from the information they present.

10. JOURNALISTIC LANGUAGE CHARACTERISTICS OF Accuracy and Verification: Journalists are committed to providing accurate and verified information. Before publishing a story, reporters are expected to cross-check facts and ensure the reliability of their sources. Neutral Tone: Journalistic language typically adopts a neutral and impartial tone. Emotional language or subjective opinions are minimized to maintain credibility and allow readers to form their own opinions. Quotations: Direct quotations from interviews or statements are often included to provide firsthand perspectives and add credibility to the reporting.

11. JOURNALISTIC LANGUAGE CHARACTERISTICS OF Attribution: Journalistic writing requires clear attribution of information to its source. This helps readers understand the origin of the information and assess its reliability. Headlines and Subheadings: Headlines and subheadings are crafted to grab the reader's attention and provide a quick overview of the main points of the story. They are designed to be informative and engaging. Use of the Active Voice: Journalistic writing often employs the active voice to make sentences more direct and engaging. Passive constructions are minimized.

12. JOURNALISTIC LANGUAGE CHARACTERISTICS OF Brevity: Unnecessary words and details are trimmed to maintain reader interest and deliver information efficiently. Timeliness: Journalistic language is oriented towards current events and timely reporting. Stories are presented in a way that reflects the most recent and relevant information. Engaging Lead: The opening paragraph, known as the lead, is crafted to capture the reader's interest immediately. It often answers the key questions of who, what, when, where, why, and how.