Asian Englishes
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling the Cultural Nuances of Asian Englishes
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sociolinguistic Variation:
The journal explores the sociolinguistic dimensions of English in Asia, including the variation and change in English usage among different communities and social groups. - Language Education and Policy:
A significant focus is on the implications of English language education policies across Asian contexts, investigating how these policies affect language learning, teaching practices, and educational outcomes. - Cultural and Identity Perspectives:
The exploration of how English interacts with cultural identities in Asia is key, including how individuals and communities negotiate their identities through English. - Bilingualism and Multilingualism:
The journal frequently addresses issues related to bilingualism and multilingualism, particularly how English coexists with local languages and dialects in educational and social contexts. - Global Englishes Framework:
Papers often discuss English within the framework of Global Englishes, examining the implications of English as a lingua franca and its role in global communication. - Pedagogical Approaches:
The journal emphasizes innovative pedagogical practices in English language teaching, especially in relation to World Englishes and English as an International Language (EIL).
Trending and Emerging
- Translanguaging Practices:
There is a notable increase in research examining translanguaging in educational settings, reflecting a shift towards recognizing the fluid language practices of bilingual and multilingual speakers. - Impact of Technology on Language Use:
The influence of technology, particularly social media and digital communication, on language use and identity formation is an emerging theme, signaling the need to understand contemporary language practices. - Critical Perspectives on English Language Teaching:
There is a growing trend towards critical examinations of English language teaching methodologies, particularly in relation to issues of equity, access, and the implications of global Englishes. - Plurilingual and Multilingual Identities:
Research focusing on plurilingual and multilingual identities is emerging, exploring how individuals navigate multiple languages and the implications for their educational experiences. - Language Policy and Planning:
Increasing attention is being paid to language policy and planning, particularly how policies shape the learning and teaching of English in diverse Asian contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Native Speaker Norms:
There appears to be a decline in discussions centered around traditional native speaker norms as the focus shifts toward more inclusive and diverse perspectives on English usage. - Standardized Language Assessments:
Research specifically addressing standardized language assessments and their effectiveness in Asian contexts has decreased, possibly as the emphasis moves toward alternative assessment methods that acknowledge linguistic diversity. - Colonial Perspectives on English:
Discussions rooted in colonial perspectives on English and its dominance are less frequent, reflecting a broader turn towards post-colonial and critical perspectives that challenge traditional narratives. - Focus on English as a Foreign Language (EFL):
The emphasis on English strictly as a Foreign Language (EFL) in teaching contexts has waned, with more studies now exploring English as a medium of instruction (EMI) and its implications in multilingual settings.
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