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Call for Papers
International Journal of Multilingualism and Languages for Specific Purposes (IJMLSP)
Volume 08 | Issue 01 | June 2026
Invitation to Contribute
The International Journal of Multilingualism and Languages for Specific Purposes (IJMLSP) cordially invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit original and unpublished manuscripts for Volume 08, Issue 02, scheduled for publication in June 2025. The journal welcomes empirical studies, theoretical contributions, research reports, case studies, and scholarly book reviews that advance knowledge in the fields of multilingualism and Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP).
About the Journal
Edited by the University of Oran 2 Mohamed Ben Ahmed, IJMLSP is a biannual, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access journal with no publication or submission fees. It serves as an international forum for interdisciplinary research addressing contemporary issues in multilingualism, language policy, applied linguistics, and specialized language education.
The journal is published in both print and online formats, with the electronic version freely accessible and downloadable.
Focus and Thematic Orientation
IJMLSP adopts a broad and inclusive perspective on multilingualism and Languages for Specific Purposes. It particularly encourages contributions exploring the intersections between multilingual practices and specialized language use, including but not limited to:
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English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
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Arabic for Specific Purposes
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Chinese for Specific Purposes
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Other Languages for Specific and Professional Domains
Indicative Themes and Topics
Submissions may address (but are not limited to) the following areas:
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Linguistic diversity, linguistic insecurity, and identity
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Language planning, language management, and policy implementation
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Critical discourse and ethnographic approaches to language policy
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Discourse practices in language policy and governance
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Language competencies, employability, mobility, and visibility
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Multilingualism, plurilingualism, and multiculturalism
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Multilingualism and socioeconomic development
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Pragmatics and interaction in language and culture teaching
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Instructional materials: evaluation, adaptation, and design
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Linguistic theories applied to LSP pedagogy
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Digital and multimodal resources in LSP teaching
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Intercultural communication, benchmarking, and professional discourse
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Corpus linguistics and data-driven approaches to LSP
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Discourse, intertextuality, and genre analysis
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Language assessment in LSP contexts and classroom practices
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Gender, race, and equity in LSP research
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Curriculum development and evaluation in LSP programs
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Needs analysis in professional and academic settings
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ESP writing and disciplinary communication
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EFL learning in specialized and professional contexts
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LSP teacher education: challenges, competencies, and innovation
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Emerging trends and technology-enhanced learning in LSP
Publication Policy
✔ No submission fees
✔ No publication fees
✔ No article processing charges (APCs)
IJMLSP is committed to equitable and accessible scholarly publishing.
Submission Guidelines
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Submission Deadline: 30 March 2026
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Manuscript Length: 20–25 pages (including references)
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Format: Microsoft Word (.doc / .docx)
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Referencing Style: APA 7th Edition
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Review Process: Double-blind peer review
Submission Procedure
Manuscripts should be submitted electronically to:
📧 ijmlsp.journal@gmail.com
📧 IJMLSP.Journal@univ-oran2.dz
Author guidelines and templates are available at:
🔗 https://revue.univ-oran2.dz/Revue/IJMLSP/index.php/IJMLSP/Authorguide
🔗 https://revue.univ-oran2.dz/Revue/IJMLSP/index.php/IJMLSP/Template
Key Dates
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Manuscript Submission Deadline: 30 March 2026
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Publication Date: 30 June 2026
Editorial Contact
Editor-in-Chief
Prof. Ghania Ouahmiche
University of Oran 2 Mohamed Ben Ahmed