Detective Booksy’s Guide to Researching the Influence of Technology on Language
Technology has changed the way we communicate, and it's also shaping the way we use language! From texting to social media, new technology affects how we write and speak. Let’s take a closer look at how technology is changing the language we use every day.
Step 1: Ask Great Questions
Start by asking these questions:
How has texting changed the way people use language?
What are some common abbreviations or acronyms people use when texting or online?
How does social media influence the way we communicate?
Are there new words or phrases that have been created because of technology?
How does technology affect language in different parts of the world?
These questions will help you explore how technology is changing language across the globe.
Step 2: Choose Reliable Sources
Here are some kid-friendly resources to help you learn more about technology and language:
Books:
"The Language of Social Media" by Patricia C. Womack – This book looks at how language has evolved with social media.
"Texting: How Phones Changed the Way We Communicate" by Mark J. Riley – A fun book that explores how texting has changed language.
Websites:
Time for Kids – How Texting Changes Our Language – A great article explaining how texting affects language.
Common Sense Media – Technology and Language – Learn how the digital world is changing communication.
Other Sources:
YouTube – Check out videos explaining how texting shorthand, emojis, and acronyms are used in everyday language.
Library Resources – Your library might have books on how new technology impacts communication.
Step 3: Take Notes
Focus on these key points when taking notes:
New Words and Acronyms: Texting and social media have created words like “LOL” (laugh out loud) and “brb” (be right back).
Emojis and Symbols: Emojis are a new form of language that help people express emotions and ideas.
Shortened Phrases: People use abbreviations like “u” for “you” or “r” for “are” to save time when texting.
Language in Different Countries: Technology may create new words or phrases that are unique to different regions or cultures.
Step 4: Organize Your Information
Here’s a way to organize your research:
How Technology Affects Language: Explain how texting, social media, and other technologies influence how people communicate.
New Words and Phrases: Discuss new terms, acronyms, and symbols that have been created because of technology.
Global Impact: Talk about how technology influences language in different countries and cultures.
Step 5: Cite Your Sources
Here’s how to cite your sources:
Book: Womack, Patricia C. The Language of Social Media. Scholastic, 2019.
Website: "How Texting Changes Our Language." Time for Kids, www.timeforkids.com. Accessed 16 Dec. 2024.
Step 6: Put It All Together!
Now it’s time to write your research report using your notes:
Introduction: Introduce how technology is changing language and communication.
Body: Discuss how texting, social media, and other technologies are influencing the language people use.
Conclusion: Wrap up by discussing how language will continue to change as technology evolves.
Fun Fact: Did You Know?
Did you know that the first emoji was created in 1999 by a Japanese artist named Shigetaka Kurita? Now, there are over 3,000 emojis used around the world!
Conclusion
Congratulations, Detective! 🏅 You’ve explored how technology is changing the way we communicate. Keep watching how new words and ways of talking keep popping up in our digital world!
