Language and Technology is a peer-reviewed, international, and interdisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing research, theory, and practice related to the integration of technology into first, second, and foreign language acquisition, teaching, and learning. The journal aims to serve as a leading academic platform for scholars, researchers, educators, and practitioners interested in the dynamic relationship between language education, psychology, and technological innovation.
The journal welcomes high-quality, original, and innovative studies that investigate the role of digital technologies in language learning and teaching across diverse educational settings. Language and Technology encourages contributions that address both theoretical and practical dimensions of technology-enhanced language education and promotes interdisciplinary perspectives that connect language studies, applied linguistics, educational technology, psychology of language learning, artificial intelligence, digital pedagogy, and related fields.
Particular attention is given to studies exploring the psychological dimensions of language learning and teaching, including motivation, anxiety, well-being, emotions, self-efficacy, learner engagement, resilience, identity, and positive psychology in technology-supported language education contexts. The journal also welcomes research examining the impact of artificial intelligence on language learning and teaching, including AI-assisted language instruction, intelligent tutoring systems, generative AI tools, adaptive learning environments, automated feedback systems, learning analytics, and ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI in education.
The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, technology-assisted language learning and teaching, computer-assisted language learning (CALL), mobile-assisted language learning (MALL), online and blended learning environments, digital literacy, artificial intelligence in language education, virtual and augmented reality applications, teacher education and professional development, instructional design, assessment and evaluation, corpus and multimodal studies, educational software and applications, and emerging digital practices in language education.
By publishing rigorous and impactful research, Language and Technology seeks to contribute to the development of effective, innovative, psychologically supportive, and inclusive language learning environments while supporting the continuous evolution of language education in an increasingly digital world.
The scope of Language and Technology is broad, interdisciplinary, and international, embracing diverse theoretical, empirical, methodological, and practical perspectives on language education and technological innovation. The journal provides an academic platform for researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers interested in examining the evolving relationship between language learning and teaching, digital technologies, psychology, and artificial intelligence in educational contexts.
The journal welcomes high-quality original research, review studies, theoretical papers, case studies, and innovative practices that advance technology-enhanced language education. Studies focusing on learners of different ages, educational levels, cultural backgrounds, and learning contexts are encouraged. Contributions may address formal, informal, online, blended, hybrid, and distance learning environments, as well as emerging digital ecosystems that shape contemporary language-learning experiences.
Submitted papers may focus on, but are not limited to, the following areas:
First language acquisition and development
Second language acquisition and learning
Foreign language teaching and learning
Bilingualism and multilingualism
Basic language skills, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing
Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, discourse, and pragmatics
Language assessment, testing, and evaluation
Curriculum development and instructional design
Pre-service and in-service teacher education
Teacher professional development and digital competencies
Research methodologies in language education and educational technology
Language teaching methods, approaches, and classroom practices
Technology-assisted language learning and teaching
Computer-assisted language learning (CALL)
Mobile-assisted language learning (MALL)
Web-based, online, and blended language learning
Distance education and virtual learning environments
Educational technologies and digital pedagogy
Learning management systems and online collaboration tools
Multimedia learning and multimodal communication
Digital literacy and twenty-first-century skills
Corpus linguistics and technology-supported language analysis
Educational software, applications, and game-based language learning
Social media and digital communication in language education
Artificial intelligence in language learning and teaching
Generative artificial intelligence tools and applications
Intelligent tutoring systems and adaptive learning technologies
Automated feedback systems and AI-supported assessment
Learning analytics and educational data mining
Virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and immersive technologies
Human-computer interaction in language education
Psychology of language learning and teaching
Motivation, emotions, anxiety, resilience, and learner well-being
Positive psychology and positive language education
Learner autonomy, self-regulation, and engagement
Identity, agency, and sociocultural perspectives in language learning
Intercultural communication and global competence
Ethical, social, and pedagogical implications of technology and artificial intelligence
Accessibility, inclusivity, and equity in digital language education
The journal particularly encourages interdisciplinary studies that integrate perspectives from applied linguistics, educational technology, psychology, cognitive science, communication studies, computer science, and artificial intelligence. Research exploring innovative practices, emerging technologies, and future directions in language education is especially welcomed.
By embracing a wide range of perspectives and methodologies, Language and Technology aims to contribute to the development of effective, innovative, inclusive, and psychologically supportive language learning environments that respond to the opportunities and challenges of an increasingly digital and interconnected world.