Utilizing a structural equation modeling approach, this article aims to examine the dynamics between Informal Digital Learning of English (IDLE) and Intercultural Competence (ICC). Altogether, 1490 Chinese college students from different types of universities in China answered the self-developed and validated IDLE-ICC questionnaire. The results…

The study presented herein situates and examines the face-to-face and digital modes of peer feedback regarding emotional effects within the ELT context. Based on a convergent mixed-methods design, this study combines quantitative data obtained from surveys about emotional responses and qualitative perspectives gained through focus group…

Providing feedback on EFL Learners' speaking errors has been extensively researched, with numerous studies highlighting its benefits (Van Ha, et al., 2021; Hartono, 2022). This study investigates the impact of "pending feedback", a type of feedback where students must independently discover the correct answer. This research emphasizes…

The impact of acculturation with reference to English language writing anxiety among the tribal students of Kerala is a less discussed topic in tribal education and language studies. The psychological changes, the cultural shifts and the caste/class discrimination that happen in an academic environment have to be identified using proper measuring…

To provide high-quality instruction and make a meaningful impact in education, educators must continuously develop their research capabilities and build a researcher identity, as research considerably enhances teachers' ability to address educational challenges and consistently deliver effective instruction. This study aims to examine the research…

This study investigates the motivation of language teachers through the lens of possible language teacher selves (Kubanyiova, 2009) in the context of online teaching, exploring how motivation evolves over time. Using a longitudinal qualitative approach, the study utilised semi-structured interviews and teaching diaries with 14 secondary school…

In exam-oriented English as a Foreign Language (EFL) foundation program, achieving a balance between high-stakes testing and skill-based learning remains a challenge. This study examines the limited efficacy of timed reading activities (TRAs) in contexts where students prioritize test preparation over fluency-building practices. In line with the…

Speakers may resort to different inferences and expectations in intercultural encounters. These expectations are influenced by speakers' socialization processes in speech communities and networks, as well as by the local interactional demands and power dynamics in the communicative situation. While interactional sociolinguistic studies have…

This study explores how connecting reading and writing through a process-genre approach enhances EFL learners' academic writing competence. Based on quantitative and qualitative data, the study demonstrates that students made statistically significant improvements across seven writing traits, with the most substantial gains observed in discourse…

This study investigates the professional quality of life among 124 K-12 language teachers in the U.S. to explore factors influencing teacher attrition. Participants reported moderate levels of burnout, secondary traumatic stress, and compassion satisfaction, with secondary traumatic stress levels significantly higher than levels reported by…

Many visually impaired students in rural Indonesia struggle to learn English due to a lack of accessible resources and traditional, visually focused teaching methods. This study explores how community-driven audio narratives can create a more inclusive learning environment. Using Vygotsky's social learning theory and Freire's liberatory pedagogy…

The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the teaching and learning of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) transforms traditional educational practices by offering more personalized, efficient, and interactive learning experiences. AI-powered tools enable learners to receive instant feedback, engage in conversational practice, and tailor…

The role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education plays a crucial role in teacher training digitalisation. Although AI has enormous potential, not much is known about how pre-service teachers perceive and utilise AI tools in professional practice. Hence, this study, guided by the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology framework,…

This study examines the evolution of blended learning (BL) research in higher education, focusing on its impact on English language proficiency (ELP) and alignment with Sustainable Development Goals. Using 200 Scopus-indexed articles published from 2020 to 2025, we applied Publish or Perish and VOSviewer for bibliometric analysis. Results show a…

This study investigated English-as-a-Foreign-Language (EFL) learners' preferences, activities, rationales, and barriers in utilising mobile technologies within pre-class sessions in a flipped learning context. A total of 279 university EFL learners participated in a closed and open-ended survey study. The findings revealed that learners preferred…