MY LANGUAGE LEARNING LOGS MEETING 11

 

MY LANGUAGE LEARNING LOGS MEETING 11

STUDENT PSEUDONYM NAME: BUBBLE

DATE: DECEMBER, 15, 2023

SESSION MATERIAL: Selecting Topics for EFL News Feature Writing

 

LANGUAGE LEARNING LOG

Number of the meeting tasks	Topic of the meeting	Sources	Vocabulary usage (New vocabulary words or phrases encounteres during the session material: The word, its definition, part of speech, and an example sentence)	Example taken from the text	Grammar
Meeting 11 Task	Selecting Topics for EFL News Feature Writing	Lecturer’s Note	Prominence: keunggulan noun	Illustrative cases of prominence as a news value	Active voice   Present tense
			Contemporary:kontemporer adjective	Highlighting the value of stories with a contemporary or trendy angle.	Passive voice   Present tense
			Precision: presisi                noun	Evaluate the language used for clarity and precision, reflecting the newswriting principle of clear communication.	Active voice   Past tense

 

REFLECTION

Navigating the process of selecting topics for EFL (English as a Foreign Language) news feature writing has been an insightful journey. Recognizing the importance of choosing subjects that not only align with language learning objectives but also resonate with a diverse audience has been a key takeaway. The challenge lies in finding a balance between relevance to language learners' interests and the broader appeal of the chosen topic to engage a wide readership.  Understanding the cultural and linguistic background of the target audience becomes crucial in selecting topics that are both accessible and intellectually stimulating. Moreover, delving into issues that foster cross-cultural understanding enhances the educational value of the feature, contributing to language learners' broader cultural competence.

Additionally, the reflection on selecting topics has highlighted the significance of incorporating real-world relevance. Choosing subjects with current societal relevance not only keeps the content fresh and engaging but also provides language learners with practical language skills applicable to real-life contexts.This learning process underscores the intricate relationship between content selection and effective language learning, emphasizing the need to consider both educational objectives and audience engagement when deciding on topics for EFL news feature writing. It inspires a commitment to fostering a holistic learning experience by carefully curating content that not only aids language development but also broadens cultural awareness and encourages critical thinking.

SUMMARY

            Selecting topics for EFL news feature writing involves a nuanced balance between aligning with language learning objectives and appealing to a diverse audience. Recognizing the cultural and linguistic background of learners is crucial for accessibility and engagement. The process emphasizes the importance of choosing topics that foster cross-cultural understanding, contributing to learners' cultural competence. Furthermore, incorporating real-world relevance enhances the educational value of the feature, providing practical language skills for everyday contexts. The reflection highlights the intricate relationship between content selection, effective language learning, and audience engagement, inspiring a commitment to curating content that enriches language development while promoting cultural awareness and critical thinking.

LEARNING STRATEGIES

            Initially, I search for relevant e-books or articles related to the topic. Subsequently, I carefully peruse the materials to understand their contents thoroughly. Then, I focus on identifying new words, delving into their pronunciation, part of speech, Indonesian translations, definitions, example sentences, and synonyms. Afterward, I select and note down the key points, gathering my thoughts to expound on the topic in my own words. Following this, I organize the crucial points and my comprehension of the subject matter into a coherent paragraph. Then, I review the paragraph, emphasizing corrections in punctuation, spelling, grammar, and word selection, while ensuring sentence clarity and coherence. Next, I arrange my writing in the appropriate format, refining its structure and presentation. Lastly, I publish my essay on my personal blog, conducting a final check to ensure the format is accurate and easily comprehensible.