[edi581] Re: internet and language
- From: JerryTaylr@xxxxxxx
- To: edi581@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2003 23:40:35 EST
In a message dated 11/12/03 8:40:59 PM Eastern Standard Time,
sspunky52@xxxxxxxxx writes:
> Hi everyone,
> I'm working on a research project for my Sociolinguistics class on how the
> internet and technology are changing our language. I'm exploring how these
> influence the language skills of children and young adults. As you can
> imagine, I'm finding a lot of controversy over whether or not technology is
> breaking down Standard English. I'm also finding that not everyone is
> fighting the change, but seeing it as a way in which our language is
changing
> to fit the needs of our society. If you have an opinion, observations or
> have noticed any recent articles on the controversy, please let me know.
> Thanks!
> Marisa
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Marisa...
Check out an article named "Omg! Instant messaging isn't the downfall of the
English language--in fact, it may help kids with writing for school" located
here: http://fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2003/082003/08262003/1064436
Also, check these web sites:
http://www.pbs.org/parents/issuesadvice/growingwithmedia/preteen/dilemmas/dile
mma5.html
http://www.rediff.com/search/2003/jun/13english.htm
Finally, check out "Yo, can u plz help me write English?" located at:
http://www.usatoday.com/life/2003-03-31-chat_x.htm
Jerry
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