Double Journal Entry #3
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Naomi Baron, a professor of linguistics at American University and author of “Always On: Language in an Online and Mobile World,” shares Crystal’s view. She predicts that the number of “textisms” will stop growing as people continue to develop more proficiency in using handheld devices and as the devices continue to grow more sophisticated than simple telephone touch pads. She adds that part of the appeal of texting shorthands is their novelty, and that that will fade.


Response:  After reading the article The Keypad Solution I can agree with Ms. Barron on her comment about the appeal of texting shorthand will eventually fade.  I think as the cell phones change over time, texting in a more formal way will be easier and faster.  I think that it will also depend on the age of the texter.  As a non-traditional student when texting I do use occassional "texting shorthands."  It also depends on who the receiver of the text is.  If the receiver of the text is a close friend, I may be a little careless with the spelling and abbreviations of my text messages than if I was sending a text to my boss about a project at work or my parents who may not get the lingo.  I don't feel that people who text are losing the ability to communicate verbally or the ability to spell. 
If the students get a good background of the English language throughout their schooling they will know how to use proper grammar and spelling and utilize it when needed.

Shea, A. (2010, 01 22). The keypad solution. The New York Times. Retrieved from http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/24/magazine/24FOB-onlanguage-t.html