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A Typological Sketch of Noun Class Structure in Awing
The paper focuses on a description of noun class structure in Awing. From a structural linguistic perspective, the noun phrases in the Awing language are analysed. The structural approach enables us to identify the basic linguistic form which can eventually be analyed through other theoretical approaches like the generative and the minimalist. The research employed the quantitative and qualitative methods. The data for this research was collected based on sample questionnaire in English that enabled the researcher to collect both words, phrases and sentences from different categories of people. Discussions and interviews with both literacy teachers and students during literacy classes were equally held. This data was verified with the language committee and during different seminars organised on the language. The analytical procedure consisted in placing the singular and plural forms of nouns in order to identify their noun class markers. In analysing the nouns, emphasis was laid on noun morphology, noun classes and genders, noun agreement classes and agreement pattern. The various phrase types were identified and analysed structurally. Looking at the overall structure of a noun in Awing as demonstrated with examples in this paper, the Awing language and most grassfield Bantu languages as well as French and English share common characteristics.
Copyright (c) 2026 Akem Shedmankah Helen http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Effect of Production-Oriented Approach on College Students’ English Writing Performance
This quasi-experimental study compared the effects of the Production-Oriented Approach (POA) and the traditional Product Approach on college students’ English writing performance. Participants were 58 second-year non-English major students from two intact classes at a university in Hubei Province. The experimental group of 29 students received POA instruction, and the control group of 29 students received Product Approach instruction over a six-week intervention. Writing pretest and posttest were administered. Data were analyzed using independent-samples t-test, Wilcoxon signed-rank test, and Mann-Whitney U test. Results showed that: (1) there was no significant difference between the two groups in the pretest; (2) the experimental group made significant progress from pretest to posttest, with an effect size of r = 0.77 (large effect), while the control group did not; (3) between-group comparisons revealed that the experimental group significantly outperformed the control group in both posttest scores and gain scores, although the effect size for gain scores was r = 0.26 (small effect). It is concluded that POA is statistically superior to the Product Approach. This study provides empirical evidence for the application of POA in writing instruction.
Copyright (c) 2026 Xiaoyu Chen, Manli Long http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Folklore, Agri Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development. The Example of Group Farming by Youths in Malun Village.
The study investigates how folklore can contribute to Agri entrepreneurship and enhance sustainable development using the example of group farming by youths in Malun village of the Nun Division of the West region of Cameroon. Many researchers of diverse disciplines have made a lot of efforts to identify obstacles to sustainable development in African Communities. Some have identified certificate-oriented education, lack of basic skills in youths and an enabling political climate as foundations to poverty and the general misery plaguing many African communities but the proposed solutions to these causes seem to either lack adequate implementation, supervision or are not friendly to the environment and its users. Given that there is a huge cry against poverty and food insecurity within this context of the post COVID 19 pandemic, this paper explores the significance of folklore to sustainable development from the perspective of group farming, an indigenous approach to large scale farming and economic growth by youths in Malun village. Approaching the issue of sustainable development from the perspective of folklore has not received adequate scholarly attention from researchers. Through the participant observation and interview methods of data collection and using new historicism and performance theory as our lenses of analysis, the study found out that the oral culture of a people harbours indigenous knowledge systems that form a basis for an advanced technology which can easily be understood from the perspective of the people’s productive life style. The study assumed that group farming, which is an aspect of Malun folklore, practised by youths is a relevant foundation for Agri entrepreneurship, which is a significant machinery in sustainable development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ngeh Ernestilia Dzekem, Che Churchill Che http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Differentiated Scaffolding for Mixed-Ability Young EFL Learners: A Reflective Classroom Account
This article reflects on the design and classroom use of five speaking activities with 12 Chinese EFL learners aged 9 to 11 in a private after-school program. The activities were Mingle/Question Hunting, Restaurant Role-Play, Storybook Theater, Poster Making, and an English Fair. The account draws on the teacher's original lesson materials and later reflection on what happened during regular weekly lessons. Particular attention is given to the practical choices made for a mixed-ability group: when learners needed models or written prompts, how roles were allocated, when support could be reduced, and how stronger learners were prevented from taking over. The reflection suggests that successful participation depended not only on an engaging activity format but also on clear procedures, manageable starting points, differentiated expectations, and timely feedback. Several difficulties recurred, including reliance on scripts, uneven participation, rushing during competitive tasks, classroom movement, and limited time for correction. The article does not evaluate gains in proficiency. Instead, it offers a grounded account of how familiar speaking activities were adjusted in response to learners' different levels of readiness and participation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Chenyu Sun http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
A Corpus-Driven Comparative Study of Lexical Bundles in the Conclusion Sections of Hard and Soft Science International Journal Articles
Lexical bundles are repeated multi-word units that serve to organise information and convey disciplinary knowledge in academic writing. The use of lexical bundles in the conclusion sections of research papers, particularly across diverse fields, remains underexplored. Four-word lexical bundles in the 400 concluding paragraphs of international journal articles published in 2025 across the four fields of Applied Linguistics, Sociology, Biology, and Electrical & Electronic Engineering have been studied in this paper. AntConc was used to obtain a corpus-based list of lexical bundles and then analysed their structure and function. Lexical bundles are used widely in all fields, but their distribution and function vary among different areas of study. Soft disciplines are more likely to have interpretative and evaluative parts in the research significance and theoretical implications sections of their studies; hard sciences focus on empirical results, research outcomes and future development plans. Therefore, the above results show that lexical bundles contain disciplinary conventions and ways of knowing, and they can offer some references for research on academic writing and discipline-specific writing instruction.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yujie Shao http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
A Study of Mistranslations in James Legge’s English Version of the Tao Te Ching
As a representative work of early English translations of Chinese classics, James Legge’s rendition of the Tao Te Ching exerts a profound influence in the Western world. Nevertheless, constrained by the uniqueness of classical Chinese as well as Legge’s own cultural background and cognitive framework, his translation contains numerous mistranslations stemming from misinterpretation of vocabulary, misunderstanding of sentence structures and inappropriate expression in target language. Taking Legge’s English translation of the Tao Te Ching as the research subject, this paper conducts analysis on typical cases from the three aforementioned dimensions to reveal the causes and categories of mistranslations. It is hoped that this research can offer references for the English translation of Chinese classics and facilitate more accurate global dissemination of brilliant traditional Chinese culture.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sanshuang Chen, Hongyan Li http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Research on Culture-Oriented Brand Communication of Xinyang Maojian Under the Background of Cross-border E-commerce
Against the dual backdrop of rising global penetration of cross-border e-commerce and the upgrading of cultural consumption, Xinyang Maojian, which boasts profound historical heritage and superior quality, is in urgent need of breaking through cognitive barriers in the international market. Taking cultural orientation as the core perspective, this paper systematically sorts out core cultural communication elements of Xinyang Maojian, including its historical and cultural origins, tea art performances, tea-tasting music, hand-picking scenes and cultural and creative derivatives. Combined with the characteristics of English translation majors, it focuses on analyzing the mechanisms of cultural transference, information communication and trust construction of English language in cross-border e-commerce brand communication. Based on surveys on cross-border platforms such as Amazon and eBay as well as 12 export enterprises of Xinyang Maojian, this study identifies existing deficiencies of English communication in terms of translation accuracy, content adaptability and formal innovation. Corresponding countermeasures are proposed from the dimensions of improving translation quality, constructing integrated content systems and optimizing communication channels, so as to provide theoretical support and practical approaches for the international brand communication of Xinyang Maojian.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hongyan Li, Sanshuang Chen http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
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Copyright (c) 2026 Joanna Lee http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Impact of AI-powered Chatbot on EFL Speaking: A Systematic Review of Chatbot-supported Language Learning
Since the release of ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) by OpenAI in 2022, generative artificial intelligence has garnered considerable attention within AI-assisted language learning research. Researchers are increasingly investigating the transformative potential and limitations of AI-powered Chatbot on English as a foreign language (EFL), especially in the domain of speaking, However, there has been a lack of a systematic review summarizing its pedagogical benefits and challenged. This paper concludes that AI Chatbots are endowed with many promising affordances (e.g. enhanced speaking skills, less threatening environments and enhanced willingness to communicate, personalised learning experiences etc.) and some potential drawbacks (e.g. short-term appeal, technical limitations, students’ over-reliance and difficulties in writing prompts etc.). In the end, based on the research gap, this paper suggests that some influencing factors like gender and age should be taken into account when examining the impact of AI Chatbots on EFL speaking. What’ s more, study evaluating the use of AI Chatbots compared with other equivalent tools is highly advocated. In addition, a longitudinal study and research focusing on teachers’ perception towards AI Chatbots should be considered.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yiwen Jiang http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
A Study on E-C Translation Strategies of Culture-Loaded Words in Dialogues of The Wind in the Willows from the Perspective of Text Typology Theory
Children’s literature, as an important vehicle for cross-cultural communication, embeds culture-loaded words as core elements that convey distinctive national cultural traits, and translation just serves as a critical pathway to achieving young readers’ cultural understanding while preserving the textual charm and child-appropriate playfulness. Taking the Yang Jingyuan Chinese translation of the classic children’s literary work The Wind in the Willows as the research material, this study focuses on translation strategies for culture-loaded words under the guidance of Newmark’s text typology theory. Through a deep analysis of the Chinese translation of culture-loaded words—particularly those related to social interaction and dietary culture words, it clarifies that the Chinese translation of dialogues in children’s literature must balance the transmission of cultural connotations, alignment with children’s cognitive level, and the colloquial nature of dialogue in children’s literature. The findings aim to provide theoretical insights and practical guidance for the translation of children’s literature.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yifan Hou, Guangfang Huang http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Application of Interactive Tools in College English Classroom Teaching
Interactive tools are everywhere in college English now. Digital platforms, online writing systems, automated feedback—they've all become part of how we teach. This paper looks at what research tells us about how these tools affect classroom dynamics, teacher talk, student participation, and learning outcomes. But here's the thing. None of these benefits come automatically. A lot depends on whether teachers are ready, whether institutions provide support, and whether the pedagogy is thoughtfully designed. The paper also looks at common problems: weak training, technical issues, and resistance to change. Based on what we know from the research, I offer some practical suggestions for making integration work better.
Copyright (c) 2026 Niyuan Liu http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Research on Policies for Teachers’ Digital Ethics Literacy at Home and Abroad: Status and Implications
In the process of educational digital transformation, teachers’ digital ethics literacy is a fundamental safeguard for protecting students’ rights and promoting educational equity. This study reviews the evolution and key characteristics of policies concerning teachers’ digital ethics literacy in the past 10 years at home and abroad. The findings indicate that Chinese policies primarily focus on digital ethics and safety education for students, the redefinition of teachers’ role, and the development of a harmonious framework for human–technology governance. In contrast, policies abroad place greater emphasis on teachers as ethical agents and pay more attention to social justice and equity. Based on these findings, this study believes that countries should develop differentiated standards for teachers’ digital ethics literacy, improve assessment systems, and strengthen targeted training for teachers.
Copyright (c) 2026 Jiawei Wang, Guangfang Huang http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
A Comparative Analysis of AI-Generated Feedback Tools on EFL Students’ Writing in Higher Education
This research compared the feedback of three generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot, on EFL students’ writing. It adopted a mixed-methods design to evaluate the writing of 35 medical students who enrolled in an Intensive English for Academic Purposes (IEAP) course at Taif University during 2025-2026. The AI-generated feedback was coded into five categories: grammar, vocabulary, cohesion, sentence restructuring, and mechanics. Quantitative data were analyzed through descriptive statistics and one-way repeated measures ANOVA, while qualitative data were examined through thematic analysis of feedback style and depth. The findings revealed that grammar was observed to be the most common feedback type in all three tools. Through a one-way repeated measures ANOVA test, there were no significant differences in the feedback on grammar and cohesion in all three tools. There were significant differences in the feedback on vocabulary, sentence restructuring, and mechanics. MS Copilot had a significantly higher number of vocabulary and sentence restructuring feedback than ChatGPT and Gemini, while ChatGPT had a significantly higher number of mechanics feedback. The qualitative analysis showed different types of feedback where ChatGPT worked as a corrective feedback tool, Gemini worked on instructional methods combining corrections with explanations and suggestions, and MS Copilot used text improvements through sentence reformulation. The research will contribute to the existing literature regarding AI-assisted writing by demonstrating that AI tools differ in the feedback they provide and in their pedagogical focus, style, and depth.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mona Abdullah Alzahrani http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Research on Strategies for Cultivating Cultural Awareness in Junior High School English under the Background of the New Curriculum Standards
The 2022 edition of China’s Compulsory Education English Curriculum Standards identifies cultural awareness as a key part of core competencies, emphasizing its role in shaping student’ cross‑cultural understanding and value orientation. However, cultural awareness cultivation often stays on the surface in junior high English classrooms. This happens because of exam pressure, limited time, and unclear teaching guidance. This study focuses on the eighth-grade English textbook (PEP, Volume 2) and classroom observations at Shangrao Jingkai District Middle School. Its purpose is to find practical ways to develop cultural awareness. Through textbook analysis and case analysis of listening-speaking and reading lessons, the study identifies three main obstacles: monotonous teaching methods, limited time, and cultural content not used deeply enough. Based on these findings, the study proposes several strategies, including unit-wide cultural teaching, stronger cultural comparison, creative use of multimedia, and diversified evaluation. The results provide research-based references for junior high English teachers who want to bring cultural awareness into daily instruction.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yiqi Zheng, Zhongqing Hu http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
A Study on the Pathways to Cultivating Chinese Cultural Awareness in College English Education
As global public discourse has undergone tremendous shifts in recent years, college English teaching is required to adopt the “value-oriented guidance” teaching framework to deliver multiple teaching effects simultaneously. Under this paradigm, college English teaching is not supposed to stop at the transmission of language knowledge. The ideological and political education should also be woven into the explanation of teaching content, and teachers are also encouraged to set up comparative reading tasks that bring Chinese and Western texts into dialogue, while productive activities should be designed so that students can express their own views in English. Digital materials can also serve as a way to extend and enrich what is learned in class. Against this background, this study builds on widely used college English textbooks and focuses on units that contain clear Chinese cultural elements as the main research object. The cultural and language content inside these units is also examined carefully, and a set of practical classroom teaching steps is then worked out on this basis. The proposed approach links everyday language-learning tasks with cultural understanding and expression, so students are able to improve their cross-cultural communication skills step by step in real situations. More importantly, it helps students develop a deeper understanding of and emotional attachment to Chinese culture. Through continuous language learning and opportunities to express Chinese culture in English, students can strengthen their sense of cultural recognition and eventually cultivate a stable and lasting cultural identity.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yu Chen, Xiang Fang http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0