Forum for Linguistic Studies

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate university students' perceptions of the essential qualities of effective EFL writing instructors in the digital age. Data were collected from 134 students through a structured Likert-scale questionnaire. Descriptive statistical analysis, containing mean and standard deviation, was employed to analyze the data regarding five main qualities: pedagogical competence, linguistic competence, interpersonal... More

Abstract: This study explores video games' effectiveness for vocabulary acquisition among Pakistani ESL learners versus traditional methods, aligning with UN SDG 4: Quality Education to promote innovative, inclusive learning. A quasi-experimental design was utilized, involving second-semester undergraduate students who were divided into control and experimental groups. A pre-test was administered to assess participants' baseline vocabulary knowledge,... More

Abstract: This study investigates experts’ perspectives on integrating contextual case-based learning (CCBL) methods into essay writing textbooks designed for English Language Teaching (ELT) program students. The primary objective is to evaluate the effectiveness and suitability of incorporating CCBL approaches to enhance writing skills within ELT curricula. To achieve this, a descriptive quantitative research design was employed.... More

Abstract: Despite the growing interest in phrase-frames (p-frames) in research articles (RAs), no study has compared p-frames across sections in RAs. This gap motivated us to explore intrasectional variations of p-frames in aerospace engineering (AE) RAs using a corpus-driven approach.  A corpus of 40 AE RAs was compiled and divided into four sections. Five-word p-frames meeting... More

Abstract: Vocabulary acquisition is essential for second language (L2) learning and is influenced by various linguistic, cognitive, and contextual factors. This research investigates the combined and individual effects of language exposure, phonological memory, and cross-linguistic similarities on English vocabulary acquisition among international learners of English as a Second Language (ESL). A quantitative, cross-sectional research design was... More

Abstract: Muslims have second-language (L2) motivation to learn Arabic, as it is the liturgical language (LL) of their religion. Instruments quantifying Arabic L2 motivation arising from identity, the L2 learning environment, and desire for Saudi integration (“integrativeness”) have been developed for non-Saudi Muslims studying at Arabic Learning Institutes (ALIs) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA),... More

Abstract: This study explores symbolic narratives embedded in the Javanese-Islamic tradition—Soko Tatal, Goa Kreo, and Lawang Bledeg—through a cultural linguistics lens. Combining semiotics (Barthes), conceptual metaphor theory (Lakoff & Johnson), and hermeneutics (Gadamer), it analyzes how language functions as a medium for encoding collective spiritual, ecological, and ethical meanings. Drawing on field interviews, visual artifacts, and... More

Abstract: This study aims to adapt and validate Paul Nation’s Productive Vocabulary Knowledge Test (PVKT) to better suit low-proficiency learners in applied universities in China. While PVKT is a widely recognized and validated tool for assessing productive vocabulary knowledge across word frequency levels, its academic focus and cognitive demands pose challenges for learners with limited vocabulary... More

Abstract: With the development of science and technology, blended learning (BL) has replaced traditional face-to-face teaching to become the mainstream learning mode in colleges and universities. This shift has led to the emergence of various teaching and learning challenges, particularly concerning students' learning engagement (LE) within the BL environment. Previous research indicates that students' learning engagement is greater... More

Abstract: This study investigates the dynamic intellectual and aesthetic engagement between the German poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and the Arab-Islamic literary tradition by analyzing West-östlicher Divan as a paradigm of East–West cultural dialogue. It focuses on three principal dimensions: Goethe’s reception of Arabic and Islamic texts, their integration into his poetic framework, and their reciprocal influence... More

Abstract: A review of existing literature reveals that phrasal verbs are inherently polysemous, possessing multiple interrelated meanings. Despite this well-documented characteristic, few studies have systematically explored how such polysemy influences second language learners’ comprehension and translation of phrasal verbs. Also, the current paper tackled the influence of gender, addressing a previously unexplored area. To bridge this... More

Abstract: The relevance of the scientific article is conditioned by the need for a comprehensive understanding of the cognitive nature of legal discourse in the conditions of transformation of the Kazakh legal system and strengthening the role of language in legal regulation. The study is aimed at identifying and systematising the linguoconceptual features of such intellectual... More

Abstract: Affective factors, including anxiety, motivation, and self-confidence, significantly influence second language acquisition (SLA), yet existing measurement tools often lack cultural and linguistic specificity for non-English contexts. This study adapted and validated three scales, which are Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety Scale, Attitude and Motivation Test Battery (AMTB) Scale, and Foreign Language Self-Esteem Scale, under Krashen’s Affective... More

Abstract: This study employs Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS) theory to construct a Technology-Mediated Language Ecology (TMLE) framework, decoding how AI translation technologies restructure language policies through adaptive agent interactions and nonlinear emergence—two core principles of CAS. The TMLE model proposes a three-dimensional analytical framework (geospatial, socio-functional, and semiotic debordering), reimagining language policies as dynamic ecosystems where... More

Abstract: This study examines the phenomenon of code-switching within multilingual societies, emphasizing its patterns, communicative functions, and sociolinguistic implications. This study utilizes data gathered from various multilingual communities, specifically in India, Nigeria, and the United States. It employs both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to investigate the factors and motivations behind language switching among speakers. The results... More