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Jacques Derrida's concept of Deconstruction and Différance asks for readers to look outside the text for meaning. Rather, Derrida is famously quoted as saying, "there is no meaning outside of the text". While interpretation is inevitable, Deconstruction rejects the idea of one's speech or writing as being the truth on any level, rather it be individual, literary, or socially. As a response to Structualism, Deconstruction removes literature as being the ultimate truth of society. In terms of modern society, ideas of Deconstructionism are crucial in maintaining one's own perceptions that are free from popular opinion. In terms of language acquistion, Deconstruction teaches educators and students that each individual will approach a text differently, despite its presentation. These ideas are definitely essential in maintaining a balanced education which considers each individual's development and understanding.