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NEWS WRITING POWERPOINT

1. Finding the perfect Angle ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING

2. Never doubt yourself. You are capable of so much more than you think. # IWillBeACampusJournalist # ICanContribute # IWillGoFurther # NSPCGoals A goal without plan is just a wish

3. BALITA? Ang tsismis ba ay ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

4. Katuturan ng Balita Isang napakalaking responsibilidad ang paglalahad ng balita , dahil maaari itong sumira o bumuo o ayon na rin sa tungkuling ginagampanan ng pahayagan . ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

5. Katuturan ng Balita Ulat na maaaring pasulat o pasalita ng mga bagay na naganap na , nagaganap o magaganap pa. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

6. Katuturan ng Balita Anumang mahalagang impormasyon na nasasalig sa napapanahong pangyayari o di- karaniwang nagaganap at may kahulugan sa mga mambabasa . ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

7. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita “ Ang anumang hindi mo nalalaman ngayon ay maituturing na balita , anumang bago o kapaki-pakinabang sa iba ay mahalagang malaman ng tao .” Turner Catledge , Executive Editor, The New York Times

8. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Ganap na Kawastuhan – bawat pahayag , pangalan , edad , petsa , tirahan at pangyayari ay tumpak . Timbang – naglalaman ng mahahalagang detalye hinggil sa tunay na pangyayari . Katangian ng Balita

9. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Walang Kinikilingan – hindi nagtataglay ng personal na opinyon ng manunulat , dapat na isulat ang dalawang panig ng istorya Kaiklian at Kalinawan – dapat maikli at malinaw dahil ang pangunahing layunin nito ay magpabatid . Katangian ng Balita

10. BALITA? Ang tsismis ba ay ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Balikan natin …

11. Evolution of News Traditional Newspaper Television Broadcast Online News Sites a cebook na lang…

12. How should news be written?

13. How should news be written? News must contain news values. IMPACT PROXIMITY TIMELINESS PROMINENCE ODDITY CONFLICT RELEVANCE

14. How should news be written? NEWS VALUE | IMPACT Impact is determined by the number of people affected, the number of boats that sunk, the numbers of car wrecked, etc. The more the people affected, the more boats sunk, the bigger the impact of the story . Events are more newsworthy when they affect a greater number of people .

15. How should news be written? NEWS VALUE | PROXIMITY The closer your audience is to the event, the greater its news value. News should may affect the nearest audience . Bakit ? Dahil mas makakarelate ang mga mambabasa .

16. How should news be written? NEWS VALUE | TIMELINESS “New” is a big part of news. If it happened just before it is expired, its bigger news than if it happened last week. Big news stories must come like fish, it’s better fresh .

17. How should news be written? NEWS VALUE | PROMINENCE Events are more newsworthy when they involve public figures. If it happens to the mayor, it is bigger news than if it happens to people we don’t know .

18. How should news be written? NEWS VALUE | ODDITY If an event is unusual, bizzare , the first, the last, or once-in-a lifetime. It has no more news value than if it is something that happens all the time .

19. How should news be written? NEWS VALUE | CONFLICT War, politics and crime are the most common news events of all. It often involves human drama, emotions, and personal stories. Reporting on conflicts can contribute to conflict resolution . Conflict reporting can shed light on problems in society, politics, or the economy . It can serve as a catalyst for change and resolution .

20. How should news be written? NEWS VALUE | RELEVANCE How does the story affect the readers? If there is no effect at all, maybe there’s no news. So what?

21. Always remember these… News must contain news values. IMPACT PROXIMITY TIMELINESS PROMINENCE ODDITY CONFLICT RELEVANCE

22. Mga Bahagi ng Balita ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Headline ( Ulo ng balita ) Lead ( Pamatnubay ) Body ( katawan ng balita )

23. L ead (pamatnubay) Ang tawag sa una at pangalawang talata ng balita . Nagsisilbi itong pang- akit sa mga mambabasa dahil ito ang pinakabuod ng balita . ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

24. L ead (pamatnubay) Sa akdang lathalain o pabalitang lathalain , ito ay maaaring isang salita , parirala , pangungusap o isang talata . ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

25. L ead (pamatnubay) KOMBENSYONAL KABUUURANG PAMATNUBAY Sinasagot niyo ang mga tanong na Ano ?, Sino?, Saan ?, Kailan ?, Bakit ? at Paano ? Ang balita ay inilalahad sa baligtad na piramide kung saan ang mga mahahalagang detalye ay nasa una at pangalawang talata . ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita MAKABAGONG PAMATNUBAY Ginagamitan ng pangganyak na panimula ang akda upang akitin ang mambabasang basahin ang kabuuan nito . Karaniwang ginagamit ito sa pagsulat ng pabalitang lathalain . WITH THE ONSET of summer season, students and teachers expressed their concern over the limited supply of water in the school which started in early March this year

26. In a spectacular display of talent and precision, Tribu Rasa from Licerio Antiporda Sr. National High School - Main seized the championship title at the Crab Dance Competition, a highlight of Buguey Cagayan's renowned crab festival. Not only did they clinch the top honor, but they also secured all minor awards for the best choreography and best costume and props.

27. Finding the perfect Angle ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

28. Start by identifying the most essential elements of the news story . Determine the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the event or topic you're covering . This information forms the basis of your news story . IDENTIFY the key elemensts

29. The "angle" of a news story is often the most newsworthy or interesting aspect of the story . It's the angle that makes the story stand out . Ask yourself what aspect of the story is the most compelling or attention-grabbing . Focus on the Most Newsworthy Aspect

30. Sometimes, a news story can have multiple angles . So, you have to choose the best and perfect angle . Consider Multiple Angles

31. KOMBENSYONAL KABUUURANG PAMATNUBAY ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Halimbawa : PAMATNUBAY NA ANO Kung ang pinakatampok sa balita ay ang pangyayari . Niyanig   ng magnitude 6.1 na   lindol   ang lalawigan ng Sorsogon at Masbate na ikinamatay ng tatlong tao at ikinasira ng mga bahay at gusali kahapon ng madaling araw . A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coasts of Sorsogon and Masbate resulting in deaths of three people and causing damage to homes and buildings, yesterday morning.

32. KOMBENSYONAL KABUUURANG PAMATNUBAY ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Halimbawa : PAMATNUBAY NA SINO Kung higit na pinakatampok ang tao o ang organisasyong kasangkot sa pangyayari Binawi ni Nueva Vizcaya Rep. Rodolfo Agbayani , kasapi ng Laban ng Demokratikong Pilipino (LDP) ang kaniyang pirma sa impeachment complaint na inihain ng oposisyon , kahapon , matapos itong katayin sa komite . Nueva Vizcaya Rep. Rodolfo Agbayani , a member of the Laban ng Demokratikong Pilipino ( LDP), withdrew his signature from an impeachment complaint filed by the opposition yesterday after it was defeated in the committee.

33. KOMBENSYONAL KABUUURANG PAMATNUBAY ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Halimbawa : PAMATNUBAY NA SAAN Kung higit na mahalaga ang lugar na pinangyarihan kaysa sa gawain o tao na kasangkot dito Sa Cagayan de Oro ginanap ang 2023 National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) na dinaluhan ng mga batang manunulat sa buong bansa . The 2023 National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) was held in Cagayan de Oro and attended by young writers from across the country.

34. KOMBENSYONAL KABUUURANG PAMATNUBAY ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Halimbawa : PAMATNUBAY NA KAILAN Hindi gaanong gamiting pamatnubay dahil ginagamit lamang ito kung higit na mahalaga ang prtsa kaysa sa ibang aspeto Hanggang sa Abril 18 na lamang ang palugit na ibinigay ng Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) para sa pagbabayad ng buwis sa taunang kita . The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) extended the deadline for annual income tax payment until only April 18.

35. KOMBENSYONAL KABUUURANG PAMATNUBAY ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Halimbawa : PAMATNUBAY NA BAKIT Kung ang dahilan o sanhi ng pangyayari ang pinakamahalaga Upang mapalawak at madaling maipaabot sa mga mamamayan ang mga serbisyo ng pamahalaan , inilunsad ng Quezon sa pamumuno ni Mayor Sonny Belmonte ang “City Hall sa Barangay”. To expand and make government services more accessible to the citizens, Quezon City, under the leadership of Mayor Sonny Belmonte, launched 'City Hall sa Barangay'.

36. KOMBENSYONAL KABUUURANG PAMATNUBAY ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Halimbawa : PAMATNUBAY NA PAANO Kung ang kaparaanan ng pangyayari ang pinakamabisang anggulo na dapat itampok Nagkunwaring naghahanap ng mapapasukan , isang babae ang tumangay ng malaking halaga ng salapi at mga alahas ng isang ginang sa Lungsod ng Bagui , pagkatapos itong tanggapin bilang katulong . Pretending to look for employment, a woman stole a substantial amount of money and jewelry belonging to a lady in Baguio City after being accepted as a household helper.

37. BASIC STRUCTURE OF NEWS ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

38. BASIC STRUCTURE OF NEWS ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Primary Lead (Main Lead) Usually a single paragraph, it contains the four “ Ws ” (what, who, where and when) NOTE: For AP style, WHO, WHAT and SO WHAT only.

39. BASIC STRUCTURE OF NEWS ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Secondary Lead (Support Lead) Explains or complements the main or primary lead; consists of two paragraphs, or twice the length of the lead paragraph.

40. BASIC STRUCTURE OF NEWS ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Details (Particulars) Give flesh to the story; all available facts are included here, particularly those that would answer the “why” and “how”

41. BASIC STRUCTURE OF NEWS ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Background Relevant past events are recounted and incorporated; this portion may be deleted

42. SAMPLE STORY Basic Structure of a News Story ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita SITUATION Principal of Philippine High School appeals for financial support from both parents and teachers for the completion of the annex building. The annex building has not been completed because of lack of funds.

43. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita The principal of Philippine High School (PHS) appealed for financial support from both parents and teachers for the completion of a new building in the campus in a symposium last June 10. Umapela ang punongguro ng Philippine High School (PHS) sa mga magulang at guro ng tulong pinansyal para sa pagtatapos ng isang bagong gusali sa loob ng kampus sa ginanap na symposium noong Hunyo 10. Suggested Primary or Main Lead

44. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Primary Lead (Main Lead) Usually a single paragraph, it contains the four “ Ws ” (what, who, where and when) NOTE: For AP style, WHO , WHAT and SO WHAT only. The principal of Philippine High School (PHS) appealed for financial support from both parents and teachers for the completion of a new building in the campus in a symposium last June 10. What is the SO WHAT ANGLE?

45. Mr. Edilberto Arsenal , the school principal, talked about the need to finish the annex building so that it can accommodate more students in the next opening of classes. Mr. Arsenal made the appeal during a one-hour symposium at the school’s gymnasium attended by teachers, senior high school students and their parents.   Suggested Secondary or Support Lead elaboration of the main lead (who and what… so what) elaboration of the “what” to make it the paragraph coherent and the ideas cohesive .

46. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Isinaad ni G. Edilberto Arsenal, punong guro ng PHS ang pangangailangan na tapusin ang annex building upang mas mapagkasya ang mas maraming mag- aaral sa susunod na pagbubukas ng klase . Kaugnay nito , hiniling ng punong guro sa loob ng isang oras na pagsasalaysay sa gymnasium ng paaralan ang paghingi ng tulong pinansyal na dinaluhan ng mga guro , mga mag- aaral sa senior high school at kanilang mga magulang . Suggested Secondary or Support Lead

47. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita According to Mr. Arsenal, there is a need for a concerted effort by the school authorities and the Parents-Teachers Association to facilitate the completion of the building.   However, he said that the school should not wait for the municipal government to finish the building because the municipal government itself is cash-strapped. Suggested Details or Particulars HOW WHY

48. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita   Ayon kay Mr. Arsenal, kailangang magkaroon ng magkakatuwang na pagsisikap ang mga awtoridad ng paaralan at Samahan ng mga Magulang at Guro upang maisakatuparan ang pagkumpleto ng gusali . Gayunpaman , ipinahayag din niya na hindi dapat hintayin ng paaralan ang tulong mula sa pamahalang munisipal para matapos ang gusali sapagkat maging ito ay kapos din sa pera . Suggested Details or Particulars

49. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Moreover, he said that the school would welcome voluntary financial contributions from parents and teachers and the money raised would be used to buy construction materials. Labor, he said, would be provided by residents through self-help or bayanihan effort. Suggested Details or Particulars

50. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Dagdag pa rito , sinabi rin niya na malugod na tatanggapin ng paaralan ang boluntaryong pinansiyal na ambag mula sa mga magulang at mga guro at ang perang matitipon ay gagamitin upang bumili ng mga kagamitang pang- konstruksyon . Ang paggawa , aniya , ay ibibigay ng mga residente sa pamamagitan ng pagtulong-tulong o bayanihan . Suggested Details or Particulars

51. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Construction of the four–classroom annex building started in early January 2000.   Through a resolution, the San Isidro Municipal Council approved an outlay of P500,000 for the construction of the building. After the P500,000 outlay was fully spent, the building was only half-finished. # Suggested Background

52. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Ang konstruksyon ng annex building na may apat na silid-aralan ay nagsimula noong unang linggo ng Enero taong 2000.   Matatandaang aprubado ng Sangguniang Bayan ang paglalaan ng P500, 0000 para sa konstruksyon ng gusali sa pamamagitan ng isang resolusyon . Ngunit pagkatapos maubos ang inilaang pondo , kalahati pa lamang ang natatapos sa nasabing gusali . # Suggested Background

53. Recap ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

54. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita the story’s opening sentence or two tells the most important facts of the story (in straight news) could be a word, a phrase, a sentence or a paragraph that attracts and sustain the readers’ interest (in feature article or news feature) Guidelines in Writing LEAD

55. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita be a maximum of 25 to 35 words tell the most important piece of information that occurred in the event (in straight news) contain the main who, what, and so what of the story be direct and simple Guidelines in Writing LEAD

56. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita SAMPLE LEAD School authorities have intensified security measures to address concerns following the increasing rate of ruckus and theft incidents in the first few weeks after the school opening. Guidelines in Writing LEAD

57. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita SAMPLE LEAD The number of dropout students in Philippine National High School (PNHS) posted a 17% decline last school year, the Guidance Office reported. Guidelines in Writing LEAD

58. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita SAMPLE LEAD Students of Philippine National High School (PNHS) expressed different reactions as the Department of Education is about to begin the random drug testing of high school students in every public school including PNHS this September. Guidelines in Writing LEAD

59. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita After the lead, you introduce other important elements Additional facts Background Quotes Paraphrased information Transitions Guidelines in Writing the BODY

60. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Significant supporting facts placed in order of importance Include strongest quotes higher than peripheral or paraphrased quotes Guidelines in Writing the BODY

61. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita After your lead, you will need to add necessary background to the story Is there important information that the reader needs to know from previous reporting? Summarize key details so that the story makes sense to a new reader Guidelines in Writing the BODY

62. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Keep your paragraphs short (one or two sentences) and make each of your points concise. Readers grow tired of big blocks of text, so it's best to break it up a bit. (Remember the KISS Principle) Guidelines in Writing the BODY

63. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita a. the lead (usually the who, what and so what of the news) b. secondary lead (bring the other w’s) support of the main lead. Explanation of who, what and so what *may vary depending on the angle c. elaboration of the most important W’S (Gives the background of the event) d. quote from the key person involved e. other details arranged from the most to the least important Guidelines in Writing the BODY

64. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita SAMPLE SCHOOL NEWS LEAD The administration announced on Monday flag raising ceremony that a new set of school rules and regulations will be implemented in Philippine National High School (PNHS) to address cases of students’ cutting classes. Leads limited to one or two sentences are preferred. Most leads start with "who" or " what” + so what? KEY #1 – STRONG LEAD

65. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita elaboration of the main lead Dr. Feliza B. Quevada , Principal IV, made the announcement after several reports from the guidance office confirmed that cutting classes have been rampant during the first quarter. * so what is at the lead already Initial reports from grade nine guidance office said that there were 200 cases of cutting classes recorded for July; 280 for August; and 301 for September. SECONDARY/SUPPORT LEAD

66. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Direct quotations “We have to implement stiff policies this time and make students realize their self-responsibility,” the principal said. “Students with three consecutive absences will be subjected for first offense, then for disciplinary measures if they continue doing so,” she added. SECONDARY/SUPPORT LEAD

67. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita When to use direct quotation and paraphrase? Quoting Credible Sources Use direct quotations when you want to preserve the exact words of a credible or authoritative source. This helps maintain the integrity and accuracy of the information. SECONDARY/SUPPORT LEAD

68. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita When to use direct quotation and paraphrase? Impactful Statements When a statement is particularly powerful, emotional, or impactful, it's often best to quote it directly. This allows readers to experience the impact in the source's own words. SECONDARY/SUPPORT LEAD

69. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita When to use direct quotation and paraphrase ? Impactful Statements When the source's statement can be summarized without losing its meaning, paraphrasing is often more concise and clear. It can also help maintain the flow of the article. SECONDARY/SUPPORT LEAD

70. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita When to use direct quotation and paraphrase ? Integration Paraphrasing allows you to integrate the information seamlessly into your writing, making it appear more cohesive and interconnected. SECONDARY/SUPPORT LEAD

71. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita NEXT CLUSTER: (it may take several paragraphs) Continuation of the DETAILS: provisions of the new rules and regulations; start of implementation; and punishment to be given to the offenders SECONDARY/SUPPORT LEAD

72. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita Keep paragraphs short. Limit it to 25-35 words. Fewer is better. Paragraphs limited to one to two sentences are preferred. Each paragraph should contain only one idea. Remember short paragraphs encourage readers to continue reading. Interview does matter. SECONDARY/SUPPORT LEAD

73. Educate yourself. Fill the empty gaps in your mind by: When a question about a certain topic pops up, google it. Watch movies and documentaries. When something sparks your interest, read about it. Read. Read. Read . Study, learn, stimulate your brain. Do not just rely on the school system, Educate that beautiful mind of yours.

74. Guidelines in writing headline ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita

75. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 1. Use the S-V-O pattern Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE DepEd plans removal of ‘mother tongue’ PAGASA urges public to conserve water

76. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 2. The head should tell the gist of the story simply and accurately. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Quezon NHS SPED program gets ₱159K fund from DepED

77. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 3. Omit the helping verb if the verb is in the passive voice. Only the past participle is retained. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Wrong: Drug pushers are nabbed Correct: Drug pushers nabbed

78. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 4. Use the infinitive for future events. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE City Hall to punish anti-squatting drive Quezon Province to host Palarong Pambansa in 2021

79. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 5. Avoid the use of articles (a, an the) to begin a headline. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Wrong: A fire hits Lucena slum area Correct: Fire hits Lucena slum area

80. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 6. Never use the word “may”. It shows the uncertain element of the story. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Wrong: PH may host 2023 FIBA World Cup Correct: PH to host 2023 FIBA World Cup

81. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 7. Assertions in a headline should have sources. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE No speaker, no SONA says House Opposition SC in peril says law experts

82. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 8. Don’t convert verbs into noun. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Wrong: Students urge oustering of the principal Correct: Students urge to oust the principal

83. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 9. Use the shorter word whenever possible, e.g. use “cut” for decrease or “hike” for increase. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Gov’t hikes oil prices Gov’t cuts oil subsidy

84. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 10. Be specific. Avoid generalities. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Wrong: Student wins contest Right: Coco scribe wins nat’l essay writing tilt

85. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 13. Do not use the same word twice in the headline or kicker. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Gun haul Mindoro cops seize 24 guns from suspected bandits

86. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 14. To use direct quotation as head, use any of the following forms instead of the traditional quotation marks: Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Using the dash instead of the quotation mark Sanctity of marriage remains - CBCP

87. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 14. To use direct quotation as head, use any of the following forms instead of the traditional quotation marks: Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Using the colon Briones : DepEd is the yardstick of quality education

88. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 14. To use direct quotation as head, use any of the following forms instead of the traditional quotation marks: Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Using narrative form Teachers need help but not hopeless, says Briones

89. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 16. Have a subject and a verb. Avoid starting with verb; the headline might sound as if it were giving orders. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Wrong: Revise policy on securing admission slips Right: Guidance Office revises policy on securing admission slips

90. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 17. Use widely-known abbreviations. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Wrong: PRRD visits OM Correct: PRRD visits Oriental Mindoro

91. ESSENTIALS OF NEWS WRITING pagsulat ng balita 18. Use comma instead of “and” in writing headlines. Guidelines in Writing HEADLINE Wrong: Teachers and barangay officials revive bayanihan in Brigada Eskwela Correct: Teachers, barangay officials revive bayanihan in Brigada Eskwela