We warmly welcome you to the Journal of Language Teaching and Learning (JLTL) — an international, peer-reviewed academic journal devoted to the advancement of scholarship in the fields of foreign and second language education, applied linguistics, and language teacher education. As a reader, you are a vital part of our mission to foster a global, inclusive, and intellectually rigorous academic dialogue that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries.
All content published in JLTL is freely and immediately accessible to the public. There are no subscription fees or paywalls, as we strongly believe that scholarly knowledge should be a public good. Our open-access policy ensures that educators, researchers, students, and policymakers worldwide — regardless of institutional affiliation or economic status — can benefit from the latest research, theoretical debates, and practical innovations in language education. Our readership includes a diverse global audience spanning five continents, encompassing early-career researchers, seasoned academics, practitioners in language education, and scholars from underrepresented and disadvantaged groups. We particularly value contributions and engagement that represent a multiplicity of perspectives, contexts, and voices, in alignment with our commitment to academic inclusivity and equity.
JLTL regularly publishes original research articles, state-of-the-art reviews, innovations-in-practice reports, and book reviews, offering readers both conceptual depth and pedagogical insight. Our editorial board comprises experienced scholars with demonstrated expertise in a wide array of linguistic, pedagogical, and methodological domains, ensuring the quality, integrity, and relevance of the content we deliver. Whether you are here to explore cutting-edge research, gain insight into innovative classroom practices, or deepen your understanding of language learning across contexts, we are confident that JLTL will serve as a valuable and inspiring resource in your academic and professional journey.
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