World Languages Teaching and Research
Description
In the context of the accelerating globalization of higher education and the increasing demand for cross-cultural academic exchanges, there is an urgent need for high-quality international academic platforms in the field of world language teaching and research. Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, as an institution committed to promoting academic development and internationalization, takes the initiative to launch the international academic journal World Languages Teaching and Research.
This journal is the first international journal in Taizhou and also the first of its kind in Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College. It is an innovative practice among independent colleges nationwide. Published by Peter Lang, a renowned international academic publishing group, the journal is led by a high-level editorial team composed of well-known experts and scholars from domestic and foreign universities and academic institutions. With a semi-annual publication frequency, it is scheduled to make its debut in June 2026. The launch of this journal not only fills the gap in international academic journals in the region and the university but also provides a valuable platform for teachers and students of liberal arts colleges such as the School of Foreign Languages and Cultures, School of Humanities and Media, School of Law, School of Business, School of Teacher Education, and School of Marxism to showcase their teaching achievements and publish research papers, which is of great significance for enhancing the international academic reputation and core influence of the university and injecting new vitality into the internationalization development of higher education in Taizhou.
Aims & Scope
The journal adheres to the orientation of the international academic journal evaluation system and based on an international academic perspective. It focuses on the field of world language teaching and research, with particular attention to international cutting-edge issues, regional characteristic practices, and interdisciplinary research results in this field.
The primary aim of the journal is to build a high-level academic exchange platform featuring multilingualism, multidisciplinary integration, and cross-cultural communication. It is dedicated to promoting the international dissemination of language teaching and research achievements, enhancing their academic influence, facilitating the professional growth of teachers, the improvement of academic capabilities, and the quality improvement of discipline construction.
The scope of the journal covers theoretical research, empirical research, and review results in relevant fields, including but not limited to:
- Esperanto teaching and research
- Teaching and research of major world languages such as English, French, Japanese, and Russian
- International Chinese education research
- Research on world languages and law
- International dissemination of Chinese culture and cross-cultural research
- Comparative research on language education and international cutting-edge trends
- Educational technology and digital applications in language teaching
- Second language acquisition and foreign language teaching theories and practices
Editorial Board
Editors
Editor-in-Chief
Shi Guang, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Managing Editor
Sun Xiaoxia, Nanjing Normal University, China
Associate Editors
Yin Ming, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Shen Lei, Nanjing Xiaozhuang University, China
Language and Subject Editors
Esperanto Editor
Zhang Changsheng, China Esperanto Association, China
Legal Studies Editor
Liu Yarong, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Russian Language Editor
Guan Yue’e, Nanjing Normal University, China
French Language Editor
Hou Jie, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Japanese Language Editor
Wang Huanhuan, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
English Language Editor
Dai Yunsu, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Editorial Assistants
Liu Jiahui, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Xu Siyuan, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Liu Luyao, Nanjing Normal University, China
Chen Yu’ang, Nanjing Normal University, China
Ma Wenxuan, Nanjing Normal University, China
Advisory Board
(Listed alphabetically by surname)
Cui Qi, Guohao Law Firm Nanjing, China
Gao Hong, Hohai University, China
Gong Xiaofeng, Nanchang University, China
Ilona Koutny, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland
Wang Hanping, China Esperanto Association, China
Yu Suqing, East China University of Political Science and Law, China
Zhang Jie, Nanjing Normal University, China
Editorial Board
Chair
Ben Guodong, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Deputy Chairs
Chu Zhidong, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Yu Jiayun, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Xu Duo, Nanjing Normal University, China
Wang Yongxiang, Nanjing Normal University, China
Members
(Listed alphabetically by surname)
Bai Liye, Phoenix Publishing & Media Group, China
Cao Xinyu, Southeast University, China
Chen Qin, Nanjing Normal University, China
Dong Xiaobo, Nanjing Normal University, China
He Shanhua, Yangzhou University, China
Li Baoguo, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Li Chongyue, Jiangsu University, China
Qin Wenhua, Nanjing Normal University, China
Shen Dingcheng, Jiangsu Law Society, China
Wu Wenjun, Nanjing Normal University Taizhou College, China
Xia Zhonghua, Nanjing Oriental Translation Institute, China
Yuan Zhoumin, Nanjing University, China
Zeng Jingting, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, China
Zhang Xiaoyan, Beijing Yanxing International Education, China
For Authors
Publication
Publisher: Peter Lang
Publication frequency: Semiannual, two issues per year
Planned inaugural issue: November 2026
Primary publication language: English
Types of Contributions
The journal accepts research articles, review articles, state-of-the-field commentaries, book reviews, research reports, forum responses and interviews with scholars that fall within its scope.
Review Process
The journal uses anonymous peer review to support fair and rigorous editorial decisions.
- Initial screening: The Editorial Office checks each submission for scope, format and originality. Manuscripts that do not meet the requirements may be declined or returned before peer review.
- Peer review: Eligible manuscripts are normally sent to two or three subject specialists, who assess academic quality, soundness, originality and contribution.
- Editorial decision: Based on the reviewers’ reports, the Editorial Office may accept, request revision or further review, or decline the manuscript.
- Revision: Authors should address the reviewers’ comments and resubmit within the specified period. Revised manuscripts may undergo further review.
- Notification: Authors will be notified when a decision is reached. If no update is received within three months, authors may contact the Editorial Office.
Editorial Principles
Editorial decisions are based on the academic quality and relevance of the submission. An author’s professional rank, educational background or institutional affiliation will not be used as a criterion for acceptance.
Contact
For submission enquiries and manuscript submissions, please contact the Editorial Office at 20231009@nnutc.edu.cn.