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1. Text is better than speech

 because it allows for self-

consciousness about language,about it’s use.

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2. Writing primary, speech

secondary, because our ideas

about speech are shaped by  writing.

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3. Once you learn how to read it

changes how you think about

language and effects the way youthink about what speech is.

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 We read and hear speech in terms of 

the categories expressed in scripts.

 writing = model of speech

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 Writing systems are developed for

communication, but they provide a model for language and thought

 because they can be read and

interpreted.

 writing = model of speech

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Homeric Greeks (oral tradition)

 valued justice and courage(exemplified by gods).

Classical Period Greeks (literate

tradition) valued philosophy andreflection.

evidence, David?

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 Words became things upon which to

reflect; they no were no longer

emblems (i.e. sheep). Writing is a model for speech production.

evidence, David?

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