Constructions and Frames

Scope & Guideline

Bridging theory and practice in language studies.

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Constructions and Frames with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1876-1933
PublisherJOHN BENJAMINS PUBLISHING CO
Support Open AccessNo
CountryNetherlands
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2009 to 2024
AbbreviationCONSTR FRAMES / Constr. Frames
Frequency2 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressPO BOX 36224, 1020 ME AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Constructions and Frames' focuses on the intersection of linguistic constructions and frames, emphasizing usage-based and constructionist approaches to grammar and language. It aims to explore the dynamic relationship between linguistic forms and their meanings across different languages and contexts.
  1. Construction Grammar:
    The journal promotes research on Construction Grammar, emphasizing how linguistic constructions shape and are shaped by usage, with an eye on both synchronic and diachronic perspectives.
  2. Usage-based Approaches:
    It prioritizes usage-based methodologies that analyze language data to uncover patterns and principles governing the formation and evolution of constructions.
  3. Cross-linguistic Studies:
    The journal encourages comparative studies across languages, examining how constructions operate within various linguistic frameworks and cultures.
  4. Cognitive and Philosophical Perspectives:
    The inclusion of cognitive and philosophical reflections on grammar highlights the journal's commitment to understanding the theoretical implications of constructionist views.
  5. Interdisciplinary Research:
    The journal welcomes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating insights from fields such as cognitive science, philosophy, and social linguistics to enrich the study of constructions.
The landscape of research within 'Constructions and Frames' is evolving, with several emerging themes gaining traction in recent publications. This section highlights these trends that reflect the journal's responsiveness to contemporary linguistic inquiries.
  1. Integration of Large Language Models:
    Recent papers are exploring the intersection of usage-based approaches and large language models, indicating a growing interest in how computational linguistics can inform construction grammar.
  2. Philosophical and Reflective Insights:
    There is an increasing trend towards philosophical reflections on the implications of construction grammar, suggesting a deeper engagement with theoretical questions about language.
  3. Diachronic Constructional Change:
    Research focusing on diachronic changes in constructional networks is gaining prominence, emphasizing the historical evolution of constructions and their semantic implications.
  4. Multilingual and Cross-disciplinary Approaches:
    Emerging themes include multilingual perspectives and interdisciplinary research that connect constructions with cognitive science, social contexts, and other areas of study.
  5. Usage-based Characterizations:
    A strong trend towards usage-based characterizations of various constructions shows the journal's commitment to empirical data and real-world language use.

Declining or Waning

While 'Constructions and Frames' continues to thrive in several key areas, certain themes appear to be losing prominence in recent publications. This section delineates those waning scopes that may reflect shifts in research focus or interest.
  1. Traditional Grammar Approaches:
    There seems to be a decline in papers focusing on traditional grammar frameworks, as the journal increasingly embraces usage-based and constructionist perspectives.
  2. Static Models of Language:
    Research that relies on static models of language, which do not account for the dynamic nature of language change and usage, is appearing less frequently, indicating a shift towards more fluid and adaptable frameworks.
  3. Morphological Studies:
    Although still relevant, studies specifically centered on morphological schemas and traditional morphological analyses are becoming less common, as the emphasis shifts towards constructional and usage-based approaches.

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