MY LANGUAGE LEARNING LOGS MEETING 14

 

MY LANGUAGE LEARNING LOGS MEETING 14

STUDENT PSEUDONYM NAME: BUBBLE

DATE: JANUARY, 5, 2023

SESSION MATERIAL:  Selecting Engaging EFL News Editorial Topics and Design Interview

 

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 14 Task	Selecting Engaging EFL News Editorial Topics and Design Interview	Lecturer’s Note	Exacerbating: Memperburuk verb	In social bullying without exacerbating the situation.	active 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
			Crafting: kerajinan  noun	This presentation will explore the key elements of successful news story writing, from crafting a compelling headline to structuring the story for maximum impact.	Active voice   Future tense

 

REFLECTION

The process of learning about selecting engaging EFL (English as a Foreign Language) news editorial topics and conducting design interviews has been enlightening. Understanding the importance of topics that not only align with language learning objectives but also captivate the interest of a diverse audience has been a key takeaway. The careful consideration of cultural and linguistic backgrounds during topic selection ensures accessibility and relevance for language learners.

Furthermore, the incorporation of design interviews as part of the process adds a dynamic element to editorial content creation. Conducting interviews not only provides firsthand insights but also enriches the narrative with authentic perspectives. This interactive approach fosters a deeper understanding of the chosen topics and enhances the overall quality of the editorial content.

The reflection on this learning experience emphasizes the need for a strategic approach to topic selection, taking into account both educational objectives and audience engagement. Design interviews, with their ability to bring real-life experiences into the editorial content, stand out as a powerful tool for creating compelling and authentic narratives in EFL news writing. This learning journey has inspired a commitment to combining thoughtful topic selection with interactive interview techniques to craft engaging and culturally relevant EFL news editorials that resonate with language learners.

SUMMARY

Learning about selecting engaging EFL news editorial topics and incorporating design interviews has been enlightening. Recognizing the importance of aligning topics with language learning objectives and diverse audience interests, this process emphasizes cultural and linguistic considerations. The addition of design interviews brings a dynamic element, enriching editorial content with authentic perspectives and fostering a deeper understanding of chosen topics. The reflective journey underscores the strategic approach needed for topic selection, emphasizing both educational objectives and audience engagement. This learning experience inspires a commitment to combining thoughtful topic selection with interactive interview techniques, aiming to create compelling and culturally relevant EFL news editorials that resonate with language learners.