Teks Eksplanasi : Pengertian, Tujuan, Struktur dan Ciri-ciri

Summary

This video explores the concept of explanatory texts, explaining their purpose and structure. The speaker introduces the idea by discussing natural phenomena, such as rainbows, and social phenomena like bullying, demonstrating how both can be explained through explanatory texts. These texts provide insight into processes and causes, using a logical and factual approach. The structure consists of a general statement, followed by explanations, and concludes with a summary or interpretation. The video also highlights key characteristics of explanatory texts, including their scientific, logical, factual, and informative nature. The goal is to provide knowledge without persuasion, fostering understanding.

Takeaways

• 😀 Explanatory texts (teks eksplanasi) are designed to explain the process and cause-effect relationships of natural and social phenomena.
• 😀 A rainbow is a common natural phenomenon people look forward to after rain, often inspiring stories, legends, and artwork.
• 😀 Teks eksplanasi helps explain both natural phenomena (like floods and landslides) and social-cultural phenomena (like bullying or family formation).
• 😀 The primary purpose of explanatory texts is to describe how or why a phenomenon occurs, based on scientific understanding.
• 😀 Teks eksplanasi consists of three key structural parts: 1) General statement, 2) Explanation sequence, 3) Conclusion and interpretation.
• 😀 The 'General statement' introduces the topic, providing background, definitions, or classifications.
• 😀 The 'Explanation sequence' elaborates on the process and cause-effect relationships, with technical terms and specialized knowledge.
• 😀 The 'Conclusion and interpretation' wraps up the explanation, summarizing the main points and occasionally offering a perspective.
• 😀 Explanatory texts are characterized by being scientific, logical, theoretical, factual, and informative without attempting to persuade the reader.
• 😀 These texts aim to inform and provide knowledge, without trying to influence or convince the audience about the validity of the content.
• 😀 Explanatory texts are based on well-established theories and scientific facts, ensuring that the information is reliable and objective.

Q & A

What is the purpose of an explanatory text?

The purpose of an explanatory text is to explain the process or cause-and-effect relationship of a phenomenon, whether it is natural or social-cultural.

What are some examples of natural phenomena explained in explanatory texts?

Examples of natural phenomena include rain, floods, landslides, and the appearance of a rainbow.

What are some examples of social-cultural phenomena explained in explanatory texts?

Examples of social-cultural phenomena include the formation of families and bullying (perundungan).

What are the three main structures of an explanatory text?

The three main structures of an explanatory text are: 1) Statement (Pernyataan Umum), 2) Explanatory Sequence (Deretan Penjelas), and 3) Conclusion and Interpretation (Kesimpulan dan Interpretasi).

What is included in the 'Statement' section of an explanatory text?

The 'Statement' section provides the background or general introduction to the topic, which may include definitions, classifications, history, or the origin of the phenomenon.

What is the purpose of the 'Explanatory Sequence' section?

The 'Explanatory Sequence' explains the core process or cause-and-effect relationships of the phenomenon. It includes technical terms and often requires further explanation or definitions.

What does the 'Conclusion and Interpretation' section do in an explanatory text?

The 'Conclusion and Interpretation' section summarizes the explanation and may offer a perspective on the phenomenon. This section can be optional depending on the context.

What are the main characteristics of explanatory texts?

Explanatory texts are scientific, logical, factual, and informative. They aim to explain phenomena based on established knowledge and facts.

What does it mean for an explanatory text to be 'scientific'?

For an explanatory text to be 'scientific', it discusses phenomena related to knowledge and research, providing information grounded in science and evidence.

Why is it important for explanatory texts to be factual?

It is important for explanatory texts to be factual because they aim to provide clear and accurate explanations based on real data and phenomena, ensuring the information is trustworthy.