1. Explicit and Implicit functions
1.1. Through grammar structure people...
1.1.1. learn how to create strong arguments
1.1.2. can express their ideas better
1.1.3. have a better understanding of the language
2. Professional importance
2.1. EDUCATION
2.1.1. attention given to grammar ----> replaced by emphasis on COMPREHENSION
2.2. EMPLOYER EXPECTATION
2.2.1. attention given to grammar ---> unchanged
3. Discussion
3.1. Different opinions
3.1.1. Grammar is a huge indicator of performance
3.1.2. Grammar is important, but it doesn't prevent an individual from succeeding
3.2. Employers
3.2.1. want qualified applicants
3.2.1.1. BUT changes are needed in public education
3.2.1.1.1. COMMON CORE
3.3. Conclusion
3.3.1. Necessary change
3.3.1.1. how grammar is approached
3.3.1.1.1. more effective and professional workforce
4. Methodology
4.1. Early approach: focus on grammar
4.2. Middle approach: focus on communicative skills
4.3. Contemporary language teaching: more important to convey ideas than to convey them properly (communicative skills)
5. Definitions
5.1. Dictionary: The whole SYSTEM and STRUCTURE of a language
5.2. Chomsky: INNATE CAPACITY of humans to master a language
6. "Texting culture"
6.1. Trend toward informality
6.1.1. Factors
6.1.1.1. Email
6.1.1.2. Texting
6.1.1.3. Facebook
6.1.2. Changes
6.1.2.1. new words
6.1.2.2. grammatical changes
6.1.2.3. abbreviations
6.1.2.3.1. take away eloquence
6.1.2.3.2. unprofessional
6.1.2.3.3. create a loss of understanding