Punctuation

As the social technology of our time develops and changes, the old rules of communication and grammar are starting to change with it. However, social technology itself is a main contributor "to the downfall of literacy in the modern world...via weird alpha-numerical hybrid codes" (Source A). The break in tradition from grammatical correctness "carries weight" even for non-grammatically obsessed people; this weight seems to reflect a sort of social decline. As Keller, a New York Times executive editor, said regarding posts on Twitter,"technologies encourage forgetfulness, and platforms like Twitter make you sound stupid-even if you're not" (Source F). The abbreviation of words and the following of the term "less is more" gradually diminishes the grammatical correctness of the English language. 

Grammar may seem like an unnecessary thing to have, but the more one examines it, the more beautiful and appreciative it can become. Just as Ben Dolnick transformed his view of punctuation and grammar from a hassle to a "exquisite tension...delicious responsibility", all writers and users of social media should equally transform their view of grammar (Source E). Although it may seem annoying to use punctuation, using proper grammar can continue to set a standard for communication.