Journal of Asian Pacific Communication
Scope & Guideline
Fostering dialogue on communication practices in a global context.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sociolinguistics and Language Identity:
The journal explores how language shapes and reflects identity across various communities in the Asian Pacific, examining the dynamics of multilingualism, heritage languages, and language ideologies. - Media and Communication Studies:
It investigates the role of media in shaping public discourse, particularly in the context of cultural narratives, social movements, and the impact of crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. - Cultural Studies and Gender Issues:
The journal addresses cultural phenomena through the lens of gender and sexuality, analyzing how these aspects intersect with communication practices within diverse Asian contexts. - Transnational and Diaspora Studies:
It focuses on the experiences of diasporic communities, exploring themes of migration, identity transformation, and the linguistic practices that emerge in multicultural settings. - Educational Practices and Pedagogy:
The journal emphasizes the importance of culturally sustaining pedagogies in educational contexts, particularly for immigrant and refugee populations, highlighting effective communication strategies in diverse classrooms.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Communication and Online Communities:
There is a growing interest in how digital platforms facilitate communication among marginalized groups, particularly in the context of health and social support, as seen in the exploration of online communities. - Intersectionality in Gender and Sexuality:
Emerging themes focus on the intersectionality of gender and sexuality, examining how these identities are negotiated and expressed in various cultural contexts, especially through social media. - Crisis Communication and Public Discourse:
Research addressing the role of media and communication during crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, is trending, highlighting the importance of framing public discourse in times of uncertainty. - Linguistic Landscapes and Identity:
There is an increased focus on how linguistic landscapes reflect cultural identities and social dynamics in urban settings, emphasizing the role of language in shaping community narratives. - Culturally Sustaining Pedagogies:
A significant trend is the emphasis on culturally sustaining pedagogies that support the educational needs of diverse student populations, particularly in immigrant and refugee contexts, reflecting a commitment to inclusive education.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Language Studies:
Research focusing solely on traditional language studies, without connecting to broader sociocultural contexts, seems to be less frequent, indicating a movement towards more integrated approaches. - Static Gender Roles:
Papers that address gender roles in a static manner, without considering evolving identities and intersectionalities, are becoming less common, as the discourse increasingly embraces fluidity and complexity. - Historical Linguistics:
Themes centered on historical linguistics and the evolution of languages in isolation may be waning, with a growing preference for studies that connect historical context to contemporary issues. - Non-Interactive Media Analysis:
There is a noticeable decline in research focusing solely on non-interactive media forms, suggesting a shift towards examining interactive and participatory media that engage audiences more dynamically. - Narrow Cultural Studies:
Research that focuses on narrow aspects of culture without considering broader implications or intersections with communication practices is appearing less frequently, reflecting a trend towards more holistic analyses.
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