Technology And Technology

Has our “text,” language ruined our actual language? The author of 2b or not 2b is written by David Crystal. Throughout his article Crystal argues about the benefits of texting and how texting is not a new thing. David Crystal uses two rhetorical strategies to prove his argument, one being humor to compare two types of poems that were sent through text message, the other using analogy to compare schooling, and texting, and the last his using analogy to compare abbreviations that are used today, were used in history.

As time goes on, everything that we do in life modernises alongside us. Many people hold the opinion that ‘old fashioned’ methods of language use were more caring and creative, and that modern technology allows us to simply be ‘lazy’. However by looking at examples of texting, and/or web-based interaction, I will be able to show that modern language use can too be very creative.

Having poor grammar skills leaves one with the incapability to clearly speak or write and be correctly understood. Technology is destroying grammar skills of the adolescents generations. Texting has us turning grammar into shorthand sentences. For instance, using the number two as a short form for “to”. In the article “Does Grammar Really Matter?”, Mignon Fogarty writes, “let’s say you sent your company president an e-mail

In the article “2b or not 2b”, David Crystal begins with discussing how others such as John Humphry argued that texters are “vandals who are doing to our language what Genghis Khan did to his neighbors 800 years ago. They are destroying it” (335). This is also the common belief of most people. People often argue about the bad points of technology over our language. However, Crystal believes that texting can improve children’s ability to read and write rather than hinder their literacy as many people claim. He also argues that not all texting are done in abbreviated words. Complex messages and institutional messages are often texted in standard form of

Ralph Fiennes was not the first to claim that the latest technology is ruining the English language, and he certainly will not be the last. Teenagers, such as myself, are usually blamed for this so-called dumbing down of the language as we are more accustomed to today’s technology. This inspired me to write an opinion column from my own point of view, wherein I challenge Fiennes’ widely spoken arguments.

Social media accounts, emails and text messaging all call for their own style of writing that is more flexible than formal writing, allowing for rapid changes. As a result, from the time children are born, they are learning a ‘system of meanings’ (Halliday, 1975), allowing them to engage and participate in the world around them. As described by Halliday (1975) much of children’s early language learning is ‘content-expression’ based, it has no grammar or vocabulary it relies on meaning and sound, which sets the scene for future language learning. Once children reach primary school, they are introduced to the different modes of language and are encouraged to explore the diversity of language. In addition, the ACARA links literacy learning to the development of language and communication skills (ACARA, 2016, p. 15) allowing multi-language learning to have the potential to benefit all students. As a result, the diversity and multi-dimensional features of language allows it to be a central

Texting is a fairly new form of communication that has taken the world by storm. It became popular around 2001, and originally had its limitations, such as the 160-character limit. But now that technology has advanced, texting has followed along and is now a convenient, casual, and a more immediate way of communicating. So naturally, texting has evolved also in terms of the language used within it. We see this mostly in the form of abbreviations and short hand spelled words. Some people argue that texting has ruined the English language. Studies and observations have shown that the benefits of texting and cyber speak are much more broad then expected. Textisms have been shown to increase phonology skills, brain activity, creativity and provide a relatable outlet for students in education.

In the 21st century, older generations are worried that the younger generation are becoming less intelligent because of the constant use of technology. In this article, a psychologist cleared up this worry. The psychologist stated in the article that “ Kids who are good spellers [academically] are good spellers in instant messaging, and kids who are poor spellers in English class are poor spellers in instant messaging." The implied conclusion is that texting and writing in school do not relate negatively. This study is a positive correlation however, the coefficient is very low. Children have learned that their texting language and their language at school is completely separate. The are easily able to go back and forth from one to another once they have become accustomed to both of these languages. Students know that there is a difference between correctly writing a paper in school and correctly writing a text. According to the article and the implied conclusion, parents do not need to worry about their children’s texting skills ruining their spelling habits.

Each and every year, the number of new words originated by texting and the media is rapidly growing and they’re also being affixed to the English dictionary. In the Ted Talk, “What Makes A Word Real” member of the American Heritage Dictionary Usage Panel, Anne Curzan, gives an informative speech about what makes a word real. Is the list of words that students create while they text real? Curzan says “That word might be informal, that word that you think is illogical or unnecessary, but that word we’re using is real.” In other words, she explains that a word is real if you and the person you’re communicating with both understand the same word. I openly presume that if all this continues, high school students grades will continue to diminish as the “texting language”

Languages have been around for thousands of years,it is a unique system of communication that is verbal,symbolic,dually patterned and arbitrary to our use which isn’t invented nor handed down as a gift but the incredible ability to learn.Languages allow us to share ideas,knowledge and emotions to other individuals through the use of language.Without it,we would perhaps be not much better off than gorillas and monkeys who we shared a common ancestors.It is part of our essential human nature and it is what make us what we are and who we are.However,due to the emergence of technology and the way how teenagers use language may affect our beautiful english language but will not destroy our beautiful English language.

To begin with how technology plays an important role in people's lives. Technology has become such a great sensation and a piece of satisfying entertainment. Most people on average would end up saying “I couldn’t live without the internet!” in all reality. This is more towards the younger generation considering they were born into having more advanced technology than the older generation. Knowing that technology has advanced tremendously in many countries, including the United States, it has weakened people’s attributes.

There is nothing else like the internet that can bring social evolution, and it has reshaped our life deeply during these two decades. The millennials are called net generation because they grow up in an environment that is constantly exposed to computer-exposed technology. The internet infiltrates into almost every aspect of the social life, and the digital technology will continue to change society in the next decade in the area of artificial intelligence. It remains unclear for the future of these changes on human beings. Some people greet this development, others may think it will lead to dire consequences. It is true that the Internet promotes social change in terms of altering the way of communication. However, This essay will argue that the internet is the most significant technology that hinders social progress in terms of culture, human behavior and human right.

With technology giving us better methods of communication, modernized education and immediate answers to our every question, we use it on a daily basis with little comprehension of what is does to us; but is there a price to pay for that? As the Internet progressively becomes our primary source of information and the use of technology continues to increase, it is speculated that our neurological processes are changing. Although smartphones and other related mobile devices are seen as influential and efficient, it is now thought that these devices have a lasting negative impact on our ability to process information, think critically, remember clearly, and mostly, pay attention. With this new digital lifestyle making it difficult to stay focused on one thing at a time, the human attention span has shortened greatly in the last decade (Borreli). In his essay, “Is Google Making Us Stupid”, Nicholas Carr uses anecdotes, personal examples, and scientific studies to make the point that the Internet is affecting our critical thinking skills and ability to process information. In expansion from the argument that Carr makes to prove that the Internet is affecting certain mental abilities, it is important to question if and how technology and the Internet are also negatively impacting our attention spans.

Technology has evolved notably over the last 50 years, with cars that drive themselves, and food that gets delivered to our doors without ever saying a single word. Technology, the new normal in today’s age, has given us the luxury to do anything with the artless click of a button. Although technology has made our everyday lives effortless, with things such as emails, texting, and online classrooms, one relevant aspect is severely lacking: face to face interactions. In the last 50 years, technology has adversely altered the social environment, before the innovative wave hit schools relied only on books, pencil, paper, and common sense to get them through the day. People relied on letters, neighbors, and newspapers.These days, asking your neighbor for a cup of sugar is unheard of, and the nocent side of technology is ignored.

In the most recent decade or so innovation has changed the way we live, work and impart. There are such a large number of gadgets out there that enable us to interact with each other overall whether it is the modest PC or versatile contraptions. “As people rely more and more on technology to solve problems, the ability of humans to think for themselves will surely deteriorate." Are we genuinely free? We are by and large false to the present that slavery, a standout amongst the harshest occasions not only in the Philippines history, is 100% over in this nation. How accurate is above explanation?