| Title Page |
Contains a concise and informative title reflecting the study’s focus; author name(s), institutional affiliation(s), and corresponding author’s email address. ORCID iD(s) may be included. |
| Abstract |
A 150–250 word summary outlining the research problem, objectives, methodology, and key findings or arguments. Should reflect the interdisciplinary nature of the journal where applicable. |
| Keywords |
4–6 relevant keywords representing the core themes of the article within Language & Linguistics, Literary Studies, Cultural Studies, or interdisciplinary research. |
| Introduction |
Introduces the research context, states objectives or research questions, and explains the study’s relevance to current scholarly debates within the journal’s scope. |
| Literature Review / Theoretical Framework |
Reviews relevant scholarship and theoretical perspectives; identifies research gaps and situates the study within existing academic discourse. May be combined with the introduction if appropriate. |
| Methodology (Where Applicable) |
Describes research design and methods (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods), including data sources, analytical procedures, and ethical considerations. Textual, discourse, ethnographic, or archival methods should be clearly articulated. |
| Findings / Results (If Applicable) |
Reports empirical findings in a clear and systematic manner. May be integrated with the discussion section depending on disciplinary conventions. |
| Analysis / Discussion |
Presents detailed analysis, interpretation, or critical discussion of data or texts using appropriate linguistic, literary, cultural, or interdisciplinary frameworks. Demonstrates originality and analytical rigor. |
| Conclusion |
Summarizes key arguments or findings, discusses theoretical, pedagogical, or cultural implications, and suggests directions for future research. |
| Acknowledgements (Optional) |
Recognizes funding sources, institutional support, or scholarly assistance. |
| References |
Lists all sources cited in the manuscript, formatted according to the journal’s prescribed citation style and applied consistently. |
| Appendices (If Applicable) |
Includes supplementary materials such as datasets, questionnaires, interview guides, transcripts, or extended tables that support the main text. |