English LanguageYears 12–13Language and Technology

Language and technology

Analyse how digital communication affects language use; understand CMC (computer-mediated communication)

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    Think about how you use language differently when texting a friend vs writing an essay for your teacher. 📱

  2. 2

    Which of these is an example of informal language?

  3. 3

    Let's rewrite a text message into a formal email. 📝

  4. 4

    Drag the informal phrases to the left box and formal phrases to the right box. 🎯

  5. 5

    What is the main difference between informal and formal language online?

  6. 6

    Which sentence is more appropriate for a job application email?

  7. 7

    True or false: Emojis are never used in formal writing. ❓

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