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The Asian Journal of English Language Studies (AJELS) is the official journal of the Department of English of the University of Santo Tomas, Manila, the Philippines.

05/11/2025

The Asian Journal of English Language Studies (AJELS) is honored to announce its re-accreditation and continued listing in the Andrew Gonzalez Philippine Citation Index (AGPCI) until December 31, 2028.

This distinction reaffirms the journal’s unwavering dedication to scholarly rigor, editorial excellence, and ethical standards in academic publishing. It also reflects the collective efforts of the AJELS Editorial Board, contributors, and reviewers in sustaining the quality and integrity of published research.

The Editorial Board extends its sincere appreciation to the AGPCI Committee for this recognition, and to the academic community for its continued trust and support in promoting and advancing English language scholarship in the country and beyond.

06/10/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK

Are you curious about the linguistic landscape at the University of Santo Tomas?

Celino & Bernardo investigated the schoolscape of the University of Santo Tomas (UST), the oldest university in the Philippines and Asia, focusing on two main areas: (1) the types and functions of signage, along with the languages used; and (2) the language ideologies reflected in the UST environment, including language preferences, minoritization, and identity. Employing a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, this research reveals that English is the dominant language in the university’s signage. Utilizing Troyer’s (2023) framework and Ben-Rafael et al.'s (2006) top-down and bottom-up sign categories, it was found that most of the signs are top-down and serve informational and required functions. Finally, the interview responses of the school stakeholders convey significant insights into the intersection of their language ideologies and the language ideologies projected in and by the UST schoolscape.

Link to the full paper:
https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/AJELS-Vol11-RA4-2023-ed.pdf

01/10/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK 📍

Are you interested in knowing how le****ns, g**s, bisexuals, and transgenders (LGBT) are represented in Philippine TV commercials and online advertisements?

This paper by Rialyn L. Dogcol & Virna S. Villanueva may be a good source of information about this topic. Drawing on the framework of the nature of gender portrayals, the study examined the setting, degree of dress, voiceover, and product category of LGBT-themed ads.

Discover the results by clicking the link below.
https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AJELS-Vol12-Issue-1-RA1-2024-ed.pdf

23/09/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK

Are you ready to discover the transformative power of vlogging in enhancing students’ speaking skills?

A study has investigated how vlogging can significantly improve the English-speaking abilities of junior and senior high school students. By analyzing twelve publicly shared vlogs from popular platforms like TikTok and YouTube, the researchers uncovered vlogging's benefits. Students reported engaging in authentic speaking experiences that not only improved their accents but also expanded their vocabulary and refined their grammar. Furthermore, vlogging ignited their motivation to use English, fostering greater self-expression and boosting their confidence. Given these findings, it is time for educators to consider vlogging as a dynamic assessment tool. This approach has the potential to revolutionize how we develop students’ English-speaking skills, making learning more engaging and effective.

Link to the full article:
https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AJELS-Vol12-Issue-1-RA3-2024-ed.pdf

17/09/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK 📌

In this article, the author examined how reading literary texts can provide opportunities for promoting intercultural teaching/learning in an Algerian university context. Using Byram's Intercultural Communicative Model (2002) and Kramsch’s Text-based Intercultural Model (1993), this paper explored the role of literature in intercultural teaching/learning and developed some teaching methodologies for enhancing EFL learners’ intercultural understanding through literature.

Do you want to know if the proposed teaching methodologies can be employed in your context? Find out by clicking this link:

https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AJELS-Vol12-Issue-1-RA6-2024-ed.pdf

15/09/2025

The Asian Journal of English Language Studies (AJELS) invites scholars, educators, and researchers to contribute to its December 2025 issue. With only 15 days remaining until the submission deadline, this is an opportunity to share work that illuminates the evolving landscape of English language studies.

We are particularly interested in submissions that engage with critical and timely themes such as:
1. Language and law
2. Language, literacy, education, and technology
3. Language, gender, and inclusivity
4. Language, globalization, and the workplace
5. Language, language use, and multilingualism

Submission Deadline: September 30, 2025
Submission Guidelines: https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/submission-guidelines/

Contribute your insights and join a distinguished community of scholars shaping the discourse in English language studies.

09/09/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK

Exploring the Impact of Social Media on EFL Reading Preferences and Habits
by Bochra Benaicha & Boualem Benghalem

This week’s featured article examined the impact of social media on the reading habits of Algerian EFL students. The findings reveal that Facebook and Instagram influence how students engage with reading. Students appreciate advantages such as access to diverse materials, exposure to various perspectives, and staying informed about contemporary trends. However, challenges arise as distractions hinder longer reading, and a preference for visually stimulating content leads to shorter attention spans. These insights emphasize the urgent need for educators, curriculum developers, and policymakers to adapt language learning strategies. By understanding the relationship between social media and reading habits, teachers can enhance students' learning experiences.
Link to the article:https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AJELS-Vol12-Issue-1-RA5-2024-ed.pdf

03/09/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK 📍

In case you missed it, our Call for Papers for Volume 13, Issue 2 is out. If you have completed your Ph.D. recently and have not published your Ph.D. Abstract yet, your abstract has the chance to be included in the upcoming issue of AJELS.

This week's featured article is a Ph.D. Abstract by Dr. Elineth Suarez. This paper analyzed the rhetorical and linguistic features employed by political leaders in their COVID-19-related public addresses. Leaders were found to have used language to project control, display empathy, and define national identity.

Learn more about this paper by clicking this link:
https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AJELS-Vol13-Issue-1-PA7.pdf

01/09/2025

Researchers, educators, and scholars are invited to contribute to the upcoming December 2025 issue of the Asian Journal of English Language Studies (AJELS).

With 29 days left before the deadline, we welcome submissions that address timely and significant themes in English language studies, including:
1. Language and law
2. Language, literacy, education, and technology
3. Language, gender, and inclusivity
4. Language, globalization, and the workplace
5. Language, language use, and multilingualism

Submission deadline: September 30, 2025
For submission guidelines: https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/submission-guidelines/

25/08/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK

AJELS also publishes book reviews, and this week's featured article is a review of "How We Learn: Why Brains Learn Better Than Any Machine... for Now" by Aaron David Mermelstein.

The book offers valuable insights into human learning processes for teachers and educators. Despite the advancements in AI since 2020, it provides practical strategies for enhancing teaching methodologies and adapting to evolving educational environments.

Link to the full paper:https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AJELS-Vol13-Issue-1-BR8.pdf

18/08/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK📌

Interested in how scholars systematically analyze Vice Ganda's humor? Here is Raffy D. Quines' investigation on how the Filipino comedian and television personality negotiates identity through humor and language on X (formerly Twitter).

In this article, the author examined how humor - ranging from parody and pun to farce and wit - is deployed not only for entertainment but a strategic resource for discursive identity work in the digital public sphere.

Discover the results and the rest of the study by clicking this link:

https://ajels.ust.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AJELS-Vol13-Issue-1-RA4.pdf

11/08/2025

FEATURED ARTICLE OF THE WEEK

Remember Alice Guo? Here is a study on her evasiveness in a news interview.

Castro analyzed the language used in a significant interview between Alice Guo, the former mayor of Bamban, Tarlac, Philippines, and journalist Karen Davila, which focused on serious allegations and public concerns. The analysis employed Conversational Analysis (CA) and the evasion strategies framework proposed by Bull and Mayer (1993). The findings reveal a consistent pattern of evasiveness, demonstrated by dispreferred responses within adjacency pairs. The identified strategies include ignoring questions, acknowledging inquiries without providing real answers, challenging the interviewer, diverting to political points, and giving incomplete or repetitive responses. These strategies show how language can be manipulated to further an agenda and evade accountability. By examining these interactions, the study illustrates how dispreferred responses characterized by evasion and ambiguity shape the dialogue and influence public perception.

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