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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National
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13 May 15
larrydj0631"Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same. "Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust
"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive -
the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."" -
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing
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Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries.
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12 May 15
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust
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ur research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"They see enormous advantages in the relationship between teacher and child. Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13."
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Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
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"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
He added that the NAPE was looking into ways in which this passion for texting might be incorporated into teaching methods.
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16 Apr 15
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Children who use technology are 'better writers'
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hildren who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
'Love and kisses'
He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable.
However not all teachers share the view that encouraging children to spend a lot of time online in the classroom has its advantages.
"Most primary school teachers are doubtful about hooking children up to computers - especially when they are young," said John Coe, general secretary of the National Association for Primary Education.
"They see enormous advantages in the relationship between teacher and child. Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13."
Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
He added that the NAPE was looking into ways in which this passion for texting might be incorporated into teaching methods.
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15 Apr 15
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14 Apr 15
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust -
Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
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In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing,
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Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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13 Apr 15
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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09 Apr 15
barlowaaronrvaUsing social network websites and texting improves core writing skills, says the National Literacy Trust.
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12 Mar 15
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
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In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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'Love and kisses'
He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable.
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Keri RitenourShort article noting that research has shown there is a correlation between better writing skills among children who blog, text, or use social media.
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tki913Using social network websites and texting improves core writing skills, says the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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11 Mar 15
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Children who use technology are 'better writers'
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Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries.
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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John Coe, general secretary of the National Association for Primary Education.
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Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13."
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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10 Mar 15
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13."
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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13 Feb 15
jeanfournetEven though this article has a lot of good information, it does not have any citations. Not to sure about the author. She is know but don't see to many other articles pertaining to technology. Â
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12 Feb 15
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills
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, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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11 Feb 15
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
"Our research suggests a strong correl
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ation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
'Love and kisses'
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He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable.
However not all teachers share the view that encouraging children to spend a lot of time online in the classroom has its advantages.
"Most primary school teachers are doubtful about hooking children up to computers - especially when they are young," said John Coe, general secretary of the National Association for Primary Education.
"They see enormous advantages in the relationship between teacher and child. Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13."
Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
He added that the NAPE was looking into ways in which this passion for texting might be incorporated into teaching methods.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month
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They see enormous advantages in the relationship between teacher and child. Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13
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10 Feb 15
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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09 Feb 15
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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15 Jan 15
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
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In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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<!-- E IBOX --> The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable.
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"They see enormous advantages in the relationship between teacher and child. Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13."
Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
He added that the NAPE was looking into ways in which this passion for texting might be incorporated into teaching methods.
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of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month. In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
He added that the NAPE was looking into ways in which this passion for texting might be incorporated into teaching methods.
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14 Jan 15
thatderekfarrowUsing social network websites and texting improves core writing skills, says the National Literacy Trust.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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kimmie81"A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust
"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.""-
A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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<!-- E IBOX --> The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Children who use technology are 'better writers'
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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13 Jan 15
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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08 Dec 14
kyleechristyBBC News, Better Writers
technology Literacy education digital literacy literacy skills
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
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In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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06 Nov 14
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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05 Nov 14
Sarah GreenhillThis article discusses the fact that the more technology and social media forums children have access to, the better writers they become.
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing,"
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."-
Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing,
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
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using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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03 Nov 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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bigguy82000The link provides facts and figures as well as what I've highlighted here.
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News
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Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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09 Oct 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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08 Oct 14
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07 Oct 14
jordan norrisexplains why childen why children who use technology are better writers
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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06 Oct 14
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f the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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12 Sep 14
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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11 Sep 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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n addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable
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Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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10 Sep 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries.
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wheezykwThe core information in this article comes from senior leadership from two prominent charities in England; National Association of Primary Education (NAPE) and the National Literacy Trust (NLT). The both seem to be experts in their fields, and clearly state that the more forms of communication children use the stronger their core literacy.
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09 Sep 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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14 Aug 14
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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13 Aug 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
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Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
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He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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<!-- E IBOX --> The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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12 Aug 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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17 Jul 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News
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Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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16 Jul 14
rachiruThis is my other source for the project. :)
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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<!-- E IBOX --> The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"Most primary school teachers are doubtful about hooking children up to computers - especially when they are young," said John Coe, general secretary of the National Association for Primary Education.
"They see enormous advantages in the relationship between teacher and child. Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13."
Mr Coe said he was in favour of using computers for research purposes in classrooms and that he agreed that all forms of communication helped young people to develop core literacy skills.
"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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Children who use technology are 'better writers'
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
<!-- S IBOX -->
<!-- E IBOX --> The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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dslawsChildren who uses technology have a higher percentage of being better writers than children who do not use social networks.
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable.
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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By Zoe Kleinman
Technology reporter, BBC News -
Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
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15 Jul 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
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Children who use technology are 'better writers'
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust
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Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News
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Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
<!-- E SF -->Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
<!-- S IBOX -->
<!-- E IBOX --> The more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills.
Jonathan Douglas, National Literacy Trust"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive -
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"Our research suggests a
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills, according to the National Literacy Trust.
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
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16 Jun 14
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Children who blog, text or use social networking websites are more confident about their writing skills,
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14 Jun 14
berephonGroup A's first resource. This article and the study it references were simply flawed. The percentage of children with blogs or who text has nothing to do with literacy, a correlation is not empirical evidence in statistics, the study judged the literacy of kids based on the KIDS' own evaluation of their writing skills, and admitted that the kids generally did not use proper grammar and spelling (the very definition of literacy for writing!)
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A survey of 3,001 children aged nine to 16 found that 24% had their own blog and 82% sent text messages at least once a month.
In addition 73% used instant messaging services to chat online with friends.
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However, 77% still put real pen to paper to write notes in class or do their school homework.
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Of the children who neither blogged nor used social network sites, 47% rated their writing as "good" or "very good", while 61% of the bloggers and 56% of the social networkers said the same.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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Mr Douglas dismissed criticisms about the informal writing styles often adopted in online chat and "text speak", both of which can lack grammar and dictionary-correct spelling.
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He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable.
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Sometimes the computer is closer to the child than the teacher by the age of 13.
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"Young people aged nine and upwards are texting like crazy - inside and outside the classroom," he said.
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"It is a form of reading and writing. It might not be conventional but they are communicating, so there is a general gain."
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crinehart0420Very good source and survey conducted supporting their argument
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"Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News.
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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"Does it damage literacy? Our research results are conclusive - the more forms of communications children use the stronger their core literary skills."
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Our research suggests a strong correlation between kids using technology and wider patterns of reading and writing," Jonathan Douglas, director of the National Literacy Trust, told BBC News
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"Engagement with online technology drives their enthusiasm for writing short stories, letters, song lyrics or diaries."
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13 Jun 14
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He said that children needed to learn to distinguish between different writing styles but that in his opinion it was no different from learning when to end a letter "yours sincerely" or "yours faithfully" - and when "love and kisses" would be acceptable.
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