Wednesday 27 January 2010

Does texting improve pupils spelling?


Recent research carried out by The University of Coventry suggests that regular texting can help with children's spelling. The research suggests that pupils who regularly use text messaging also appear to be developing skills in the more formal use of English. Dr Clare Wood, reader in Developmental Psychology said that the use of text language "was actually driving the development of phonological awareness and reading skill in children." The full report will be published next year.

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