Submissions

Welcome to the Journal of Language and Culture (JLC)! We invite you to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in language and culture by submitting your original research. To ensure a smooth submission process aligning with our publishing standards, please review these comprehensive Author Instructions.

Manuscript Preparation:

  • Language: Manuscripts must be submitted in English.
  • Length: Aim for a manuscript length between 7,000 and 9,000 words, including all tables, figures, and references.
  • File Format: Submit your manuscripts as .docx files.
  • Structure: Adhere to the standard academic research paper structure, including:
    • Title page with author name, ORCID, affiliations, and email address
    • Abstract (no more 250 words)
    • Keywords (4-6 keywords)
    • Introduction
    • Literature review
    • Methodology
    • Results
    • Discussion
    • Conclusion
    • Conflict of interest
    • References
    • Acknowledgments (optional)
    • Funding (if any)
    • Appendices (optional)
  • Formatting:
    • Clearly number all pages (excluding the title page and abstract).
    • Ensure consistent referencing style throughout the manuscript (follow American Psychological Association (APA) 7th edition style guide).
    • Include page numbers for references and appendices.

Examples of Writing the References:

  • Books:
    • Ellis, R., & Shintani, N. (2014). Exploring language pedagogy through second language acquisition research. Routledge.
  • Books in Another Language:
    • Wongwanich, S. (2019). การวิจัยประเมินความต้องการจำเป็น [Need assessment research] (4th ed.). Chulalongkorn University Press.
  • Edited Books:
    • Fox, R. W., & Lears, T. J. J. (Eds). (1993). The power of culture: Critical essays in American history. University of Chicago Press.
  • Chapter in an Edited Book:
    • Llurda, E. (2005). Non-native TESOL students as seen by practicum supervisors. In E. Llurda (Ed.), Non-native language teachers: Perceptions, challenges, and contributions to the profession (pp. 131–154). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/0-387-24565-0_8
  • Chapter in an Edited Book in Another Language:
    • Doungphummes, N. (2005). สมรรถนะการสื่อสารระหว่างวัฒนธรรม [Intercultural communicative competence]. In K. Akanisdha (Ed.), Language and intercultural communication: Theories and applications (vol. 2) (pp. 1–45). P.A. Living Co. Ltd. https://pa-ebook-f5.com/books/cshz/#p=1
  • Journal Articles:
    • Dewaele, J.-M., & MacIntyre, P. D. (2014). The two faces of Janus? Anxiety and enjoyment in the foreign language classroom. Studies in Second Language Learning and Teaching, 4(2), 237–274. https://doi.org/10.14746/ssllt.2014.4.2.5
  • Journal Articles, Published in Another Language:
    • Kacharat, S. (2020). บทบาทของคนจีนในการพัฒนาลุ่มน้ำท่าจีน [The role of Chinese people in developing the Tha Chin river basin]. Journal of Language and Culture, 38(2), 5–25.
  • Paper Presentation:
    • Tusino, T., Farid, A., Saleh, M., & Fitriati, S. W. (2019, September 27–28). The effect of online task-based language teaching on EFL writing [Paper Presentation]. The 2nd International Conference on Education (ICE 2019), Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo, Indonesia.
  • Dissertation or Thesis from a Database:
    • Claeys, L. (2011). Teacher motivation to teach and to remain teaching culturally and linguistically diverse students (Publication No. 868328332) [Doctoral dissertation, The University of Texas at San Antonio]. ProQuest Dissertations and These Global.
  • Dissertation or Thesis Published Online (Not in a Database):
    • Kasisopa, B. (2003). Phonological study and genetic classification of Dara-ang (Palaung) spoken at Nawlae Village, Fang District, Chiang Mai Province [Master's thesis, Chulalongkorn University]. Chulalongkorn University Intellectual Repository. http://cuir.car.chula.ac.th/handle/123456789/26326
  • Webpage on a Website with an Individual Author:
  • Webpage on a Website with No Date:
  • Webpage on a Website with a Retrieval Date:

Figures and Tables:

  • Embed all figures, images, and tables within your manuscript in .jpg, .png, or .tiff formats.
  • Ensure high resolution (300 dpi or higher) for clear printing.
  • Include figure captions within the manuscript text and place table titles above the tables.
  • Obtain and acknowledge permission for any copyrighted materials used.

Submission Process:

  • Submit two separate .docx files through the ThaiJO system (https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/JLC/user/register): One file containing your manuscript with author details. One anonymous file containing your manuscript without author details or grants.
  • Ensure all files are appropriately named (e.g., manuscript_title_lastname.docx).
  • Carefully review and proofread your manuscript before submission.

Ethics and Plagiarism:

  • JLC maintains high ethical standards for research and publication.
  • Manuscripts must comply with relevant ethical guidelines and regulations for research involving human or animal subjects.
  • Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. Authors must ensure the originality of their work and properly cite all borrowed material.

Copyright and Open Access:

  • JLC is an open access journal published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
  • Authors retain copyright to their work.

Review Process:

  • JLC follows a double-blind peer review process, with manuscripts reviewed by at least three independent experts in the relevant field.
  • Authors will receive notification of the editorial decision within two months of submission.

Further Information:

  • For detailed information on referencing style, refer to the APA 7th edition style guide.
  • For questions or further assistance, contact the JLC Editorial Board at lcjournalmu@gmail.com.

We eagerly await your submission, anticipating its valuable contribution to the dissemination of research in JLC!