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Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor. What? Why? When? How?. A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English. What is a letter to the editor?. An expression of opinion on a current subject or issue. A persuasive text, with the aim to express views to a wider public.

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Letters to the Editor

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  1. Letters to the Editor What? Why? When? How? A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  2. What is a letter to the editor? An expression of opinion on a current subject or issue. A persuasive text, with the aim to express views to a wider public. A written way of talking to readers of a regularly printed publication (newspaper, magazine, periodical etc.) Are often responses to articles from the particular publication or to other letters to the editor. A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  3. Why….. letter to the editor? The purpose of a letter to the editor is to express your individual views about a current issue. Letters to the editor are published in nearly all magazines and newspapers. Anybody can write a letter to the editor; generally, they are individuals who are passionate about a specific current issues. A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  4. Features of a letter to the editor Effective ones rely on fact as well as opinion. Can be for or against an issue, or simply to inform or raise awareness Usually found in the first section of the publication or on the “editorial page” Usually less than 200 words Begins with a salutation: 'To the Editor of (the publication name)…' Includes a sender’s details: the writer’s full name and brief description (town, school, neighborhood, etc.) A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  5. Why write a letter to the editor? You're angry about something and want others to know An issue is so important that you must speak out To persuade others to take a specific action To suggest an idea to others To influence public opinion To educate the public To influence policymakers, leaders, “people in charge” A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  6. When should you write one? Any time you want to: Shape public opinion Tell others how you feel about something Inform the public on an issue Start a community conversation about an issue A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  7. How do you write a letter to the editor? Sender’s address Date The Editor, …………….Name & Add Subject Salutation- Sir/ Madam / Dear Editor etc. Introductory Paragraph Body of the letter (explanations) A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  8. How do you write a letter to the editor? (cont.) 8. Concluding paragraph (Your Opinion, views etc.) 9. Your Faithfully 10. Signature A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  9. Let’s TRY it… Worksheet- 1 (Identification of Formats) Worksheet- 2 (Identification of subject) Worksheet -3 (Introductory Paragraph) Worksheet- 4 (Development of Body) Worksheet- 5 (Concluding Paragraph) A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  10. How you can score good? Keep it under 150 words Keep most important points refers to the subject in the first paragraph Refer to something recent & relevant in the community Use local statistics and examples Maintain at least 3 paragraphs- Introduction, Body, Conclusion. A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  11. Task for Home You have noticed many stray animals on the road during the busy hours of the day. These animals have caused traffic jams as well as accidents. You have already written to the concerned authorities but no action was taken so far. Write a letter to the Editor of a leading news paper about it. You are Pritee/ Pratik of 56, Preet Vihar New Delhi. A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

  12. Thank You !!! A Presentation by- Mr. Apurba Das, PGT English

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