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ERIC Number: EJ291268
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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Computer Language--Literacy or Litter.
Dittmer, Allan
English Journal, v73 n1 p42-45 Jan 1984
Raises questions about the possible effects of the language of computers--which is impersonal, technical, specialized, formal, unemotional, and precise--on the naturally emotional, imprecise, informal, and inclusive language of people. (MM)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computers, Futures (of Society), Humanistic Education, Influences, Language Attitudes, Language Usage, Technological Advancement
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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