Focus and Scope
Journal of Applied Language and Literacy Studies (Jolali) publishes original research and scholarly work that investigates the practical aspects of language use and literacy across various contexts. The journal aims to bridge theory and practice in the fields of applied linguistics and literacy studies, promoting the development of effective language teaching, learning, and communication strategies.
The journal welcomes submissions in, but not limited to, the following areas:
- Applied linguistics in educational and professional settings
- Language teaching and learning methodologies
- English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
- Academic literacy and multiliteracies
- Digital and media literacies
- Literacy practices in multilingual and multicultural contexts
- Classroom-based and action research
- Language assessment and evaluation
- Curriculum development and instructional design
- Language and identity, discourse analysis, and sociolinguistics related to applied contexts
Jolali encourages interdisciplinary approaches and studies that contribute to solving real-world language and literacy challenges in both formal and informal settings. Research with pedagogical implications, innovative practices, or theoretical advancements are particularly welcomed.