Language in Digital Culture

Key Concepts

Defined by Patricia Fizzle
- Groups sharing language practices
- Practices accessible to general public
- Continually expanding
Online Jargon:
- Words from forums like Urban Dictionary
- Some inducted into standardized dictionaries
- Includes emojis, text speak, slang

Academic Discourse:
- Condemns use of online jargon
- Viewed as an organic, vital practice
- Students slipping into online language seen as error
Students' Perspective:
- Think in online language terms

Hybrid Discourse (Basil):
- Academic writing should include online language conventions
Bartholomae's View:
- Encouraged authentic voice in academic writing
- Authenticated voices challenge traditional academic writing
McCrory's Insight:
- Students adopt a persona in academic writing
- Writing becomes highly elaborate and explicit
Jargon and Truth:
- Academic writing focuses on clear language and one truth
- Everyday jargon helps processing thoughts but is condemned

7ko's View on Jargon:
- Condemns use of everyday jargon
Benefits of Online Language:
- Endless interpretations and responses
- Shifting language can bring new ideas
Current Traditional Discourse:
- Focus on logical, concrete knowledge

Essay by her talk:
- Students should learn to tolerate ambiguity
- Use online language to consider multiplicities