Submissions

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this newsletter. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this newsletter. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before refining for publication.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that you have read our guidelines carefully.

There are 05 article types for this newsletter. Please refer to the information below for more detail.

Formatting Guidelines for Article Texts

Please note that article texts must be anonymised.

Length: Articles should not exceed 500 words.
Style:
- Use clear and accessible language suitable for a diverse audience of educators and researchers.
- Use a reflective and introspective tone to engage readers and convey personal experiences effectively.
- Include relevant citations or references to support the presented tips and techniques.
Formatting:
- Use headings and subheadings to organize content logically.
- Include bullet points or numbered lists for step-by-step instructions or key points.
- Ensure consistency in formatting and style throughout the article.
- Maintain a balanced and objective tone throughout the review.
- Include citations or references to support critical analysis and evaluation.
- Ensure clarity and coherence in presenting arguments and insights.

Use of Illustrative Images

To visually enhance your article, you're welcome to include two images that directly relate to its content. Remember, these images should either be your own creations or sourced from websites offering free-to-use licenses.

Here are some helpful resources where you can find suitable images: Websites with free images.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.
Files that you will be asked to upload:
- Article text
- Author bio
- Author headshot
- Illustration(s)
- Declaration of AI use

Research Tip

These articles offer practical insights and techniques related to research methods in language education and applied linguistics, aiming to equip readers with actionable knowledge to enhance their research endeavors.

Research Reflection

This category features narratives, insights, and reflections from early-career researchers and research learners. Through sharing lessons learned, challenges overcome, and experiences gained, these articles should provide valuable perspectives on the journey of research and learning in the field of TESOL.

Research Review

These articles provide critical evaluations and summaries of research papers with direct relevance to the ESOL classroom. By synthesizing key findings, methodologies, and implications, these reviews offer educators valuable insights into cutting-edge research and its practical applications in language teaching and learning.

Research Application

These articles feature application of research in the language classroom. Through critical reflection, authors share not only their process of application but also lessons of success and failure.

Discussions

This category presents discussions of research methodologies, theories, trends, or phenomena that potentially or directly influence the practice and research of language education.

Special Issue (Teachers' Stories: AI, Social Media, Loneliness, Solitude, Silence and Speech)

Rather than writing a traditional academic paper, this special issue seeks personal, reflective narratives. We are interested in authentic stories about how these experiences have influenced you as a teacher, researcher, learner or individual.

Your article may describe, for example:

how AI has changed your teaching or thinking;
how social media has influenced your professional or personal life;
moments of loneliness or solitude and what they taught you;
the role of silence or speech in your classroom, research or everyday life;
an experience that transformed the way you understand teaching, learning or communication.

We especially welcome articles that tell a genuine story while also reflecting on its broader meaning for education.

Guidelines

Length: 800–1,000 words
Style: Reflective, engaging and accessible (rather than a formal research paper)
Images: You are encouraged to include one or more photographs, drawings or other illustrative images that complement your story.
Originality: Please submit original work that has not been published elsewhere.

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