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Download full textClutterbuck, Charlotte – 1994
In the late 20th century, Australia's diverse population and international commitments require its constituents to use plain English. Unfortunately, its language is eroding as fast as its soil. On the one hand, much academic jargon excludes even well-educated readers; on the other, many teachers do not believe in teaching grammar or standard…
Descriptors: Academic Discourse, Communication Problems, Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction
