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Discussion night at the Circle on the topic 'Language thrives through change'.

11/10/2015

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Last night members enjoyed a stimulating and informative discussion on the above topic.  Discussion was wide-ranging and views were exchanged as to why language changes - does this represent progress or decay etc.?  We wondered if English was more elegant in Shakespeare's day? We discussed why people can't use 'correct' English?  We considered whether the use of modern technology i.e. word-processing software meant that quality of writing tends to deteriorate, that people can spontaneously write things 'off the top of their heads' on texts, emails, and social media sites that they later regret.  Is it fair to say, that their writing would be better crafted if they had to sit down with pen and a blank piece of paper.
 
I learnt a few new phrases last night - how many do you recognise?  Nimbyism, TINA, Dinky, info-tainment, emogee...........: <  ))
 
Next week at the Circle we will be practising skills of information gathering, asking and answering questions with skill and precision etc.   Again we would be delighted to see more people come along on Monday 16th November from 7.30pm, whether to observe or participate.
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