Analisis Penggunaan Istilah Geografi Dalam Berita Alam Di Surat Kabar Harian Kompas

Betaria Sihaloho (Universitas Negeri Medan)
Annisya Agustina (Universitas Negeri Medan)
Bintang Purba (Universitas Negeri Medan)
Mhd Asa Arzaki Muiz (Universitas Negeri Medan)
Tri Indah Prasasti (Universitas Negeri Medan)

Jurnal Cakrawala Akademika
Vol. 1 No. 6 (2025): Edisi April

The text discusses the significance of geographic terminology in mass media reporting, particularly in daily newspapers like Kompas. The accurate use of geographic terms plays a crucial role in conveying information about natural phenomena to the public. Properly used geographic terminology not only enhances the accuracy of news but also influences public understanding of natural events and disasters. The research aims to analyze the accuracy level of geographic terminology used in environmental news in Kompas and its impact on public literacy. Using a qualitative content analysis approach, the study identifies the geographic terms employed in news articles and interprets their meanings. The findings indicate that accurate use of geographic terminology can improve public literacy, enabling a better understanding of the context of natural phenomena and better preparedness for disasters.