If John Humphrys was to study the texts between an adult and teen he would see that the teens adapt their texting styles to suit the audience. Secondly, John Humphrys refers to texters as “vandals who are destroying our language” he clearly feels that texters are deliberately trying to damage the English language. However this is not the case because texters are not creating new words, they only use abbreviated words that they already know. For example the IOU has been around since the 1618, as is “SWALK” (sealed with a loving kiss) I accept that there are changes to our words and language but people come
They learn and memorize methods and build their way of thinking; however, texting interrupts the simple aspects of learning how to spell. If one gives a child a cell phone and lets them text their friend, eventually that child will get tired of writing out every single letter in the word and start to shorten the words, thus moving us into the texting language. The texting language is when teens and children abbreviate words or create a shorter, more fitting way to text a
SMS users learn that the ways in which they text takes on particular social meanings, signifying different aspects about their individuality... The writing/texting process itself is considered creative, as it is most definitely not a simple or basic concept when it comes to selecting the right characters to express yourself, especially within the short word limit given. After analyzing data and text transcripts, it has become evident that the majority of teenage texters use phonetic spelling on a day to day basis to represent themselves and their personality within a virtual environment. Teens feel as though using simple or standard English words is ‘dull’ and ‘boring’, so by adapting words to fit their own liking and individuality, they are creatively embodying
ii. Children lacking in their English skills, as a result of online chatting and texting according to Jacquie Ream. Conclusion Overall Technology does bring efficiency and convenience to our lives how ever if we do not moderate the way we use them they can become a source of deprivation to some of the most essential things in life. Technology can be very hazardous and dangerous. It sometimes leaves people deprived socially and intellectually.
Everywhere you look you see children texting on their cell phones. Abbreviations and shorthand language are the ways the vast majority of teenagers communicate with family and friends. There are some who would say texting leads to a decline in language and grammar skills. Others believe texting can improve a child’s grammar, reading, and writing skills. Texting hinders students from learning proper writing skills, communication/ social skills and literacy.
However, these convenient services, as well as general text messaging, have its outcomes. Many experts agree that text messaging has served more bad than good, especially to the teenage population. There are obvious safety concerns, especially with recent proposals to ban text messaging while driving. This obviously creates a distraction to drivers, putting other drivers and pedestrians at risk. Even while
It would be unfair for teachers to use cell phones most of the time because not all students have that ability. There are ways to go around this issue. There are always going to be opposing sides to this argument. Personally I feel that there are solutions available for teachers who dislike cell phone use in class. For example for people who don't have cell phones can partner up with someone who does have one, or there can be school administered tablets each teacher has just in case.
Teen-Parent Communication About Sex When young people feel unconnected at home, family, and school, they may become involved in activities that put their health at risk. However, when parents affirm the values of their children, young people often develop positive, healthy attitudes about themselves, therefore delaying in sexual activity. The writer’s purpose(s) for writing these articles is because risky teen behavior is on the rise, and what are parents and families doing/not doing to promote safe behavior? I chose these articles because I am a teen parent, and I feel that if I had been able to have “the talk” sooner, more in depth, and more often, that it may have prevented my pregnancy. Teen Sexuality’s research showed a few things: Adolescents who stated that they were connected with their parents were more likely than other teens to delay sexual intercourse.
Teens can be often tricky by telling the parents that they can trust them and they can be responsible in the result of getting their privacy. [Citation needed] Once that privilege is given, the child you knew before is not the same and once the privilege of privacy is given, it’s hard to take back because they’veRef?already lost control of their kids. [Citation needed] Teens should not have the right to privacy because of the danger of internet, drugs, alcohol, and also teenage pregnancy. To start with, the internet can play a dangerous role in teens’ lives. When a teen is given too much privacy, they tend to make plenty of mistakes involving the internet.
As a result, children could fail their exam or could not find a job in the future. In addition, the author also argues that it is difficult to control children through texting. Children usually use the messages as codes to hide some things. As a result, parents hardly to understand and control their children. Both authors mention the using of abbreviations in messages.