Bringing Language Back to Life: Responding to the New Illiteracy.

Nelson, G. Lynn

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ERIC Number: EJ421202

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1991

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Bringing Language Back to Life: Responding to the New Illiteracy.

Nelson, G. Lynn

English Journal, v80 n2 p16-20 Feb 1991

Argues that modern literacy problems do not arise from a lack of exposure to language, rather to overexposure to a sterile and meaningless stream of I-It language addressed to no real person. Suggests "quiet writing," personal journal expressions, and listening activities to sensitize students to language. (KEH)

Descriptors: English Instruction, Illiteracy, Journal Writing, Language Attitudes, Language Role, Listening Skills, Mass Media, Popular Culture, Secondary Education, Thinking Skills, Writing Exercises

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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