Analysis Of Wanda Williams Communication Breakdown
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In the article “Communication Breakdown”, Wanda Williams (2011) claims that new technology not only is eroding traditional communication but also destroys essential skills of many people. Firstly the author argues that because modern technology requires communication to become short and brief, young people do not pay attention on writing styles, even use meaningless conversation. In academic domains, Williams cites that modern communication methods such as textspeak and abbreviations are used too much by students in their schools, therefore young people’ academic writing ability is being eroded. Moreover the author explains that because of the abuse of new technology, it is difficult for young people to understand sophisticated documents. Finally