As I read Kyle Wiens’s essay, “I won’t Hire People Who Use Poor Grammar, Here’s Why,” it shows that grammar is not just a technical problem but is one of awareness of detail and professionalism. This article was very passionate but also aggressive. People who project correct grammar can establish a level of comprehension. This point of view resonates strongly in professional and academic settings, where communication can define success. When you send out an email, craft a social media post, or even write a work report, the quality of your communication reflects on your professionalism and attention to detail. Poor grammar can distract the message within a professional context, which may undermine a person’s credibility. After all this, I do understand needing to hire people who are qualified for the job, but I disapprove of disrespecting people who have dyslexia or grammar struggles. Individuals who do not have these specific struggles are not better than people who do. Zachary Martin writes, “African American Language is good English,” which has a more helpful purpose and welcoming approach to Wiens’s article. Martin’s main point was that AAVE is considered correct English since it was how certain groups of people were taught how to speak. In his article, he brings up the effectiveness of writing in AAVE, which may make the writing more personal and create a more relatable outcome. He states AAVE has rules just as well as other language forms do. As society becomes more inclusive and respectful of diverse cultures, recognizing African American Language as a legitimate form of English is vital. Lastly, after reading both articles, I have learned the significance of communication and coming to situations with a positive, helpful approach for an effective outcome. I see that Wiens’s approach is unkind and not inclusive to all, and Martin focuses on the culture and how incorporating AAVE is important.
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