“Maybe somewhere along the line it was determined that teaching proper grammar caused children to “loose” self-esteem”
I think it’s more likely most people haven’t seen any basic grammar instruction since grade school, combined with the fact that they are typing as fast as they can because they want to get their thoughts into their post.
I also hang out at a guitar gear forum where there are lots of younger members (high school) - after reading “MeTaliKA rUlZ!!! LOLOLOLOL” you’d be #$% thrilled to only have to deal with lose/loose.