Author Guideline and Online Submission

1. Scope and Focus

The journal welcomes original research articles, literature reviews, conceptual papers, and case studies that contribute to the fields of language, linguistics, and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

Second language acquisition
Sociolinguistics and psycholinguistics
Language assessment and testing
Curriculum development and instructional design
Language policy and planning
Technology integration in language education
Teacher training and professional development

2. Submission Process

Authors are required to submit their manuscripts through the journal's online submission system. Prior to submission, authors should register and log in to the system. The submission should include the manuscript and any supplementary materials as required.

3. Manuscript Preparation

Language: Manuscripts must be written in English.
Formatting: While specific formatting guidelines are not detailed on the website, authors are encouraged to follow standard academic formatting practices, including:
- Using a clear, readable font (e.g., Times New Roman, 12 pt)
- Double-spacing the text
- Including page numbers
- Using consistent citation and referencing styles
Structure: A typical manuscript should include the following sections:
- Title
- Abstract (with keywords)
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Methodology
- Results and Discussion
- Conclusion
- References

4. Peer Review Process

All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of the publication. Reviewers evaluate the manuscript's originality, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field.

5. Publication Ethics

The journal adheres to strict ethical standards to ensure the integrity of the research it publishes. Authors must ensure that:

Their work is original and free from plagiarism
All sources are appropriately cited
There is no fabrication or falsification of data
Any conflicts of interest are disclosed
Research involving human participants has received appropriate ethical approval

6. Open Access Policy

International Linguistics and TESOL is an open-access journal, providing immediate and free access to its content. This ensures that research is accessible to a broad audience, promoting greater dissemination and impact.

7. Licensing

The journal operates under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License. This license allows others to share and adapt the work, provided appropriate credit is given and any changes are distributed under the same license.