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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
  • Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
  • The text is double-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines. Please follow the latest version of APA, available at apa.org
  • Submissions are screened by Editorial Office using iThenticate. The articles with an overall similarity index of greater than 15% are rejected without proceeding for the formal peer review. In such cases, the authors are invited to refine their manuscripts and submit again.
  • Authors acknowledge that the final decision regarding publication rests solely with the editors, based on the journal’s editorial policies, peer reviews, and academic merit of the submission.
  • The title page includes full names, affiliations, email addresses, and ORCID iDs for all authors, and the corresponding author is clearly identified.
  • The total word count (including abstract, references, tables, and figures) does not exceed 8,000 words for research articles.
  • Authors are required to read the Publication Ethics and Privacy Statement, and by submitting their manuscript, they affirm their full compliance with both.
  • If any form of Artificial Intelligence (AI), including but not limited to large language models, grammar-enhancement tools, AI translation services, or content generation platforms, has been used in the preparation of the manuscript, such use must be explicitly and transparently disclosed at the time of submission. Authors should clearly indicate the nature and extent of AI involvement either in the acknowledgements section or in a footnote on the first page of the manuscript.

Author Guidelines

The Journal of Language Teaching and Learning (JLTL) invites original, high-quality contributions that advance scholarship and professional practice in the fields of foreign and second language education, applied linguistics, and language teaching methodology. All submissions must demonstrate conceptual rigor, methodological soundness, and relevance to the field. Manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure scholarly integrity and quality.

 We are committed to ensuring a timely and efficient editorial process for all submitted manuscripts. While maintaining the highest standards of academic rigor and integrity, the editorial team strives to complete the review and decision-making procedures in the shortest reasonable timeframe. Authors can expect a professional and transparent communication process throughout, with the aim of supporting the prompt dissemination of scholarly research without compromising the quality and thoroughness of peer review.

Research Articles

JLTL publishes full-length, data-driven research articles that offer novel insights into foreign/second language education and applied linguistics. These manuscripts should be grounded in a clear theoretical framework, employ appropriate and well-described methodologies, and contribute meaningfully to existing knowledge in the field.

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Relevance and significance to language teaching and learning

  • Theoretical or conceptual grounding

  • Methodological rigor and transparency

    • Appropriateness and clarity of research design

    • Robustness of data collection and analysis procedures

    • Alignment of methods with research questions and objectives

  • Depth and clarity of interpretation

  • Originality and contribution to the field

  • Academic writing quality and linguistic clarity

Length: Submissions should not exceed 8,000 words, inclusive of references, tables, and figures.

Abstract and Keywords: Each submission must include an abstract of no more than 150 words and 3–5 keywords.

State-of-the-Art Articles

These articles provide critical syntheses of major issues, recent trends, or theoretical developments in foreign/second language education. Submissions are expected to demonstrate comprehensive engagement with current literature and offer a critical perspective on existing paradigms and practices.

Length: Maximum 3,500 words, including all references, tables, and figures.

Innovations-in-Practice Articles

JLTL welcomes articles that showcase innovative approaches to language instruction and curriculum design. These submissions should link pedagogical theory with classroom practice and may include comparative analyses, novel teaching techniques, or the adaptation of existing methods to new contexts.

Length: Maximum 3,500 words, including all references, tables, and figures.

Book Reviews

We encourage critical reviews of recent scholarly books relevant to language teaching, applied linguistics, and language education policy. Prospective reviewers are advised to contact the editorial team prior to submission. Authors may also propose books for review.

Length: Maximum 1,000 words.

2. Manuscript Formatting and Style

  • Submission Format: Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.

  • Spacing and Margins: All text should be double-spaced, with 2.5 cm margins on all sides.

  • Font: Use 12-point Times New Roman or an equivalent serif font.

  • Page Numbering: All pages must be numbered consecutively.

  • Referencing Style: Manuscripts must adhere to the latest edition of the APA Style Guide (Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association).

  • Placement of Tables and Figures: Tables and figures must be integrated into the main body of the manuscript at appropriate points—not placed at the end.

3. Ethical Considerations and Originality

JLTL strictly adheres to the COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines. Submitted manuscripts must be original and not under consideration elsewhere. All submissions are screened using iThenticate plagiarism detection software prior to peer review. Any form of academic misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, or redundant publication, will result in immediate rejection. Please see Publication Ethics and Privacy Statement sections to learn more about the ethical practices of the journal.

4. Peer Review Process

All manuscripts undergo initial editorial screening. If deemed suitable for peer review, the manuscript is evaluated by at least two anonymous expert reviewers. Reviewers assess the submission for its scholarly merit, methodological rigor, clarity, and originality. Based on these evaluations, the editorial team will issue a decision: accept, revise and resubmit, or decline. The Editor-in-Chief’s decision is final. Due to the volume of submissions, the editorial office cannot enter into correspondence regarding rejected manuscripts. The Journal of Language Teaching and Learning maintains rigorous academic and ethical standards in the evaluation of all submissions. The Editor-in-Chief, in consultation with the editorial team, reserves the right to decline a manuscript at any stage of the editorial or peer review process if it is deemed to fall outside the scope of the journal, lacks sufficient scholarly merit, or fails to adhere to the journal’s submission and ethical guidelines. This decision may be made with or without external peer review, depending on the nature and quality of the submission. The editorial decision is final and not subject to appeal or negotiation.

5. Queries and Correspondence

For all queries related to submissions, proposals, or reviews, please contact the editorial team at:

info@jltl.com.tr

We thank you for considering JLTL as a platform for your research and professional insights. We are committed to advancing quality scholarship in language education globally.

Copyright Notice

Upon acceptance for publication in The Journal of Language Teaching and Learning (JLTL), authors agree to the following copyright and licensing terms, which are established in accordance with international publishing ethics, copyright law, and the best practices set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

1. Copyright Ownership

Authors retain the copyright of their work. By submitting and subsequently publishing in JLTL, authors agree to grant JLTL and its publisher, the Association of Applied Linguistic, a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to publish, reproduce, distribute, display, and archive the article in any format or medium. This license also permits JLTL to translate, adapt, or index the work as necessary for scholarly visibility and access.

This arrangement ensures the widest possible dissemination and accessibility of your work while maintaining your authorship rights. The journal does not require a transfer of copyright, as it fully supports author rights in accordance with open-access ethics and international publishing norms.

2. Licensing and Open Access

All articles published in JLTL are freely accessible under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). Under this license, authors permit anyone to share (copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format) and adapt (remix, transform, and build upon the material) for any purpose, even commercially, provided proper attribution is given to the original authors and source, and any modifications are clearly indicated.

Attribution must include the article title, author name(s), citation details, and a link to the original publication and license. Users must not imply endorsement by the author(s) or the journal unless explicitly stated.

3. Author Responsibilities and Ethical Compliance

By submitting to JLTL, authors confirm that:

  • The manuscript is original and has not been published elsewhere nor is it under consideration elsewhere.

  • The manuscript does not infringe upon the copyright, privacy rights, or intellectual property rights of any third party.

  • All co-authors have agreed to the submission and publication of the work.

  • Appropriate permissions have been obtained for any third-party content, including images, figures, tables, or data not created by the authors.

  • The manuscript adheres to all ethical principles of academic publishing, including proper citation of sources, avoidance of plagiarism, and disclosure of potential competing interests.

All submitted manuscripts are checked for originality using plagiarism detection software. Any breach of publication ethics may result in rejection or retraction.

4. Reuse and Sharing of Published Work

As copyright holders, authors are encouraged to:

  • Share their article via institutional repositories, personal websites, academic networks (e.g., ResearchGate, Academia.edu), or conference presentations.

  • Use the published version in educational, research, or policy contexts, provided that full citation and a link to the official version of record in JLTL are included.

We encourage authors to actively promote their work for greater reach, impact, and scholarly engagement, aligning with open science practices.

5. Third-Party Use and Repository Deposit

Anyone is free to use, distribute, or reproduce JLTL content under the CC BY 4.0 license. However, users must not alter or misrepresent the content or authorship. Proper attribution and a link to the original article must always accompany reuse. Authors are also permitted and encouraged to deposit their articles in subject-specific or institutional repositories without embargo.

6. Archiving and Long-Term Access

All published content is digitally archived by JLTL and its partners to ensure long-term accessibility and preservation. The journal is committed to ensuring the permanent scholarly record is maintained, in line with COPE and DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) standards.

7. AI and Copyrighted Content

Authors must disclose any use of generative AI tools (e.g., for text generation, data analysis, translation, etc.) in the creation of the manuscript. Such use must be responsible, appropriately documented, and must not infringe on copyright or ethical publication norms. Responsibility for the content of the article lies solely with the human author(s), and no AI tools or software can be listed as an author.

8. Violation of Copyright

JLTL takes copyright and ethical integrity seriously. If any violation or misuse of copyrighted content is discovered after publication, the editorial board reserves the right to retract or remove the article and inform relevant institutions or indexing services, in accordance with COPE’s retraction guidelines.

 

Contact Us:
For any queries related to copyright, licensing, or permissions, please contact the editorial team at: info@jltl.com.tr

Privacy Statement

Privacy and Data Protection Policy

The Journal of Language Teaching and Learning (JLTL) is strictly committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal information of all participants in our scholarly publishing ecosystem, including authors, peer reviewers, editorial staff, and readers. This policy details our protocols for the collection, utilization, storage, and protection of your data, ensuring full compliance with international data protection standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

In the course of its operations, JLTL may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

  • Identity and Contact Data: Names, institutional affiliations, and email addresses of submitting authors, reviewers, and editorial board members.

  • Academic Data: ORCID iDs, biographical summaries, and publication histories, as voluntarily submitted by authors.

  • Technical Data: IP addresses, browser types, and general usage metrics collected during visits to the journal’s website for security monitoring and system analytics.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process personal information exclusively to administer academic publishing and editorial workflows. Specific purposes include:

  • Facilitating manuscript submissions and managing the double-blind peer-review process.

  • Maintaining accurate internal registries of editorial board members and peer reviewers.

  • Conducting official correspondence with authors, reviewers, and editors.

  • Publishing author identities and institutional affiliations alongside accepted and published manuscripts, ensuring proper academic attribution.

  • Preserving the permanent scholarly record and supplying metadata to academic indexing services.

JLTL unequivocally prohibits the commercialization of personal data and will never sell, rent, or distribute user information to external marketing entities.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following legal frameworks:

  • Contractual Necessity: Processing required to fulfill publication agreements and manage the peer-review workflow.

  • Legitimate Interest: The journal’s operational need to maintain secure editorial records, ensure academic integrity, and communicate with stakeholders.

  • Explicit Consent: Processing of optional data provided voluntarily by the user (e.g., public display of ORCID profiles or newsletter subscriptions).

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

To ensure the global dissemination and discoverability of published research, personal data may be securely shared with:

  • Scholarly Databases: Indexing and abstracting services (e.g., Web of Science) to catalog and promote published articles.

  • Infrastructure Providers: Our web hosting and manuscript management platforms, operating under strict confidentiality and data processing agreements.

JLTL will not disclose personal data to unrelated third parties unless legally compelled by a recognized authority or required during a formal ethical investigation (e.g., inquiries into academic misconduct initiated by the Committee on Publication Ethics).

5. Data Storage and Security

JLTL employs robust technical and organizational protocols to defend personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, inadvertent disclosure, or destruction. All digital records are housed on secure servers with restricted administrative access. Data is retained only for the duration necessary to fulfill our editorial operations and maintain the permanent archival record of the journal.

6. Cookies and Web Analytics

The JLTL web platform utilizes standard cookies to optimize functionality and generate anonymized traffic analytics. Users may configure their browser settings to block or delete cookies; however, doing so may restrict access to certain submission or navigation features on the site.

7. Rights of Data Subjects

In accordance with international data protection frameworks, individuals retain the right to:

  • Access and request a copy of their stored personal data.

  • Request the rectification of inaccurate records or the erasure of unnecessary data.

  • Withdraw consent for data processing where consent was the sole legal basis.

  • Object to or request restrictions on data processing under specific legal conditions.

  • Lodge a formal complaint with their respective national data protection authority.

To exercise any of these rights, or for inquiries regarding data privacy, please contact the editorial office at: info@jltl.com.tr.

8. Policy Updates

JLTL reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy to reflect evolving legal mandates, technological advancements, or internal editorial practices. All modifications will be published on this page, accompanied by an updated revision date.

Note on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

The GDPR is a comprehensive legal framework enacted by the European Union on May 25, 2018, governing the collection, processing, and storage of personal data. Designed to harmonize privacy laws and empower data subjects, the GDPR imposes rigorous compliance responsibilities on any organization handling personal data, applying universally regardless of whether the organization is headquartered within or outside the EU.