Volume 9 | 2025
Issue 49 | May 2025
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A Psycho-Critical Stylistic Study of Denial in Selected English Movies
Dr. Wafa’ Abbas Sahan
Abstract: This work investigates a psychological approach to critical stylistics by Jeffries (2010) through examining denial as a prominent psychological defense mechanism along other related defense mechanisms textually. The methodology integrates critical stylistics (textual scheme) with Freudian theory of denial to bridge linguistic and psychological …
Crossref/DOI: https://doi.org/10.54850/jrspelt.9.49.001
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A Study on English Translation of Implicit Meanings in Chinese Political Discourse: Spatial-Temporal Differences
Lingling Lou and Shaolong Liu
Abstract: This study focuses on the translation of Chinese political discourse, with second-year translation students at Zhejiang Yuexiu University as the research subjects. The research explores their understanding and translation of implicit meanings embedded within Chinese political chunks. Through the analysis of translations of five typical sentences, the study …
Crossref/DOI: https://doi.org/10.54850/jrspelt.9.49.002
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Factors Affecting Experiential-Learning in University-Based Micro-Teaching in Bangladesh: Teachers’ Perspectives
Tanjila Hossen
Abstract: Microteaching courses in English Departments of the universities of Bangladesh are recent additions. This study unleashes the factors that determine the quality of experiential practices of Microteaching in English Department in the universities of Bangladesh, per teachers’ perspectives. This qualitative study comprises data taken from six university …
Crossref/DOI: https://doi.org/10.54850/jrspelt.9.49.003
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Investigating the Methods of Teaching English at Secondary Stage Provincialised Schools in the District of Sivasagar and Charaideo
Dr. Khirapada Dutta and Sri Kalyan Jyoti Khanikar
Abstract: The effectiveness of English language teaching (ELT) at the secondary school level is crucial for enhancing students’ language proficiency. This study investigates the methods employed by English teachers in provincialised secondary schools across the districts of Sivasagar and Charaideo, Assam. It explores the pedagogical approaches adopted by …
Crossref/DOI: https://doi.org/10.54850/jrspelt.9.49.004
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Mind Mapping Technique for Vocabulary Enhancement: A Practical Learning Experience
Dr. Syed Imtiaz Jukkalkar
Abstract: This study investigates the effectiveness of the Mind Mapping Technique in enhancing vocabulary development among undergraduate students. The main aim of the study was to determine how the use of visual learning tools, specifically mind maps, could assist students in organizing, retaining, and recalling new words more effectively. The objectives …
Crossref/DOI: https://doi.org/10.54850/jrspelt.9.49.005
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New Strategies for Developing and Enhancing English Speaking Skills among Students: An Exploratory Study
Prof. Nanda S Makhija and Dr. Atul Patil
Abstract: The English language serves as a global lingua franca owing to British imperialism and colonization. Earning widespread dominance, it has fostered international relationships across various areas, including education, health, environment, science and commerce. Speaking is considered one of the most essential skills of all the four language competencies …
Crossref/DOI: https://doi.org/10.54850/jrspelt.9.49.006
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Suicide Notes: An Analysis Using TGSP Framework
Dr. Leena Potdar
Abstract: Suicide notes can help to understand suicidal behavior. The present study deals with the analysis of suicide notes using the Thematic Guide to Suicide Prevention (TGSP) developed by Leenaars. The study applied TGSP to the 40 suicide notes collected from the Greater Mumbai region (2005-2015). The results show the existence of protocol clusters …
Crossref/DOI: https://doi.org/10.54850/jrspelt.9.49.007
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The Role of Arabic in English Department Classrooms: Exploring Teacher Perspectives and Influencing Factors in Saudi Arabia’s Higher Education Contexts
Mashael Salem Alsalem
Abstract: The use of L1 in any foreign language educational context is an ongoing controversial topic among educators. Many language teachers believe that the use of L1 can facilitate L2 learning while others remain apprehensive about L1 effect on L2 learning. This research aims to explore English teachers’ epistemic and deontic beliefs about the use of Arabic …
Crossref/DOI: https://doi.org/10.54850/jrspelt.9.49.008
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