Date of Publication

2004

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Linguistics

Subject Categories

Applied Linguistics

College

Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education

Department/Unit

English and Applied Linguistics

Thesis Adviser

Danilo T. Dayag

Defense Panel Chair

Ma. Lourdes S. Bautista

Defense Panel Member

Leonisa A. Mojica
Maria N. Cusipag
Remedios Z. Miciano
Marilu Ranosa Madrunio

Abstract/Summary

The study aimed at understanding and explaining the sociolinguistic dynamics of text messaging (texting or SMS) within the Philippine context. Using the theoretical framework of Hymes (1974) the ethnography of speaking, the Filipino texters text messages were described in terms of: (1) setting, (2) participants sociodemographic characteristics, texting profile, perceptions about texting and the co-texters profile, (3) ends, (4) act sequences particularly topic and turn taking, (5) key particularly code switching and abbreviation patterns, politeness and speech acts, (6) instrumentality, (7) norms of interpretation and interaction, and (8) genre. Using multiple regression analysis, it was revealed that the texters age, sex and work were predictors of texting style. In terms of the discourse features, certain politeness markers, role, topics, speech acts and co-texter texting styles were also predictors of texting style. Perception and texting profile were weak predictors of Filipino texting style. The study also proposes a sociolinguistic communication model of communication. The model shows the shared fields of experience of the texters and co-texters through symbolic interaction, as realized by constant communication over time (via texting) that allowed them to participate fully in the texting culture. What these texters and co-texters share in common are the same interpretations of the linguistic or discourse markers thus, producing a unique Filipino texting style.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Electronic

Accession Number

CDTG003833

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

1 computer optical disc ; 4 3/4 in.

Keywords

Text messages (Cell phone systems); Electronic mail messages; Personal communication service systems; Mobile communication systems.

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