Column writing gives student journalists a voice. Unlike news writing, which reports the facts, a column lets you share your perspective — and back it up. It's one of the most powerful forms of journalism because it challenges readers to think, question, and consider ideas they might never have explored on their own.

This free online journalism course for Filipino Grade 4, 5, and 6 students teaches you the foundations of column writing step by step — from understanding what makes an opinion different from a fact, to choosing your stance, organizing your argument, writing a strong introduction, and producing a polished column from start to finish. By Chapter 10, you'll have written a complete opinion column of your own. 🎉