From: LManuel103[AT SYMBOL GOES HERE]aol.com

Subj: divergency in writing and communication



Dear Prof. Allan, I am a doctoral student at Nova Southeastern University at

Ft. Lauderdale and also an elementary school teacher. What sources can you

lead me to that say that slang and divergent writing styles among elementary

school children is a good thing? How do you feel. Any brief comments would

be appreciated. Thanks. P.S. You can also contact me at

losadam[AT SYMBOL GOES HERE]fcae.acast.nova.edu