Definition, Structure and Types of an

EditorialPresented by:

Attroba Adan (01)Hina Liaqat (10)BS. MCM (V)

Table of contents•Definitions of Editorial•Structure of an EditorialA Sample Structure• Types of EditorialStyle vise DivisionSubject vise Division

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.”

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.”

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.

Structure of an Editorial• Editorials are written according to a well-established

formula:Introductio

nExplanation of Issue Opinions

from the opposing viewpoint

Structure of an EditorialThe opinions of the writer delivered in a professional manner

Alternative solutions to the problem

A solid and concise conclusion

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Types of EditorialTypes of editorial are categorized into following

two divisions:

Style vise division Subject vise division

Types of EditorialStyle vise Division

Serious Editorial

Informative Editorial

Persuasive Editorial

Logical Editorial

Critic Editorial

Types of EditorialSubject vise

Division

Political Editorial

Social Editorial

Religious Editorial

Economical Editorial

Scientific Editorial

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