Forum for Linguistic Studies

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This type of discourse is informed by the Discourse Domain Hypothesis (DDH) which arose from topic-based interlanguage (IL) variation focused by the learners of L2. This work appraises critically how DDH is formulated in a theoretically adequate manner by applying the applicable rules of theory construction in science and guidelines for the SLA. It is... More

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Small group learning strategies offer significant benefits over individual learning and have gained increasing attention in English as Second Language (ESL) contexts. Grounded in Vygotsky's sociocultural theory, this study systematically reviews existing literature on collaborative and cooperative learning approaches in ESL classrooms, with a particular focus on Pakistan. While learner-centered methods have been widely implemented... More

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The complexity of written texts poses significant challenges for comprehension, impacting education, literacy, and communication across various fields. As the demand for advanced text assessment tools grows, this study aims to integrate Automated Machine Learning (AutoML) with psycholinguistic models to enhance the automated assessment of text complexity, ultimately improving educational practices and content development. A... More

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This study aims to conduct a theoretical retrospective on the development of a Constructivist Learning Environment (CLE) model. An innovative Constructivist Learning Environment (CLE) model will be developed based on the theoretical traceability to improve high school students’ metacognitive regulation in authentic writing tasks. Following Richey and Klein’s model research framework, the study is currently... More