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Reading Comprehension as Predicted by Vocabulary Knowledge and Academic Reading Strategies among Grade 11 Senior High School Learners

April Rose I. Añora · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Background: Poor reading comprehension remains a significant global challenge. Developing foundational literacy and comprehension skills is essential for achieving quality education and ensuring that learners gain the proficiency necessary for continuous lifelong learning. Aims:...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2334

Teacher Discourse and Student Participation in English and Igbo Reading Comprehension: A Comparative Classroom Study

Ifeanyi Achi Uche & Florence Chinyere Ngoka · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

This qualitative case study examines classroom interaction in reading-comprehension lessons conducted in English and Igbo. Its purpose is to examine the discourse features employed by teachers in lesson delivery in both languages and to determine how these features enhance active...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2333

Students’ Experiences with AI Writing Assistants in English Language Learning: A Phenomenological Study

Brix D. Castillo, Patricia Ramiel B. Donquilab, Berjel S. Tatoy & Genesis G. Genelza · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

This study explored the experiences of BSED-English students in using artificial intelligence writing assistants for English language learning. Using a qualitative phenomenological design, data were gathered from fourteen English major students through in-depth interviews and a f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2332

Syntactic Complexity in the Ghanaian Context: A Review of Literature and Implications for Future Research

Lydia Owusuwaa Nyamekye & Evans Atteh · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Syntactic complexity is widely recognised as a key indicator of writing proficiency in first and second language contexts, yet research on this construct within the Ghanaian educational setting remains critically underdeveloped. This literature review traces the theoretical and m...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2331

Influence of Language Learning Strategy and Learning Channel Preference on Reading Comprehension among Grade 7 Learners

Jayson N. Garson · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Poor reading comprehension is a widespread global concern. By identifying the specific Language Learning Strategies (LLSs) and learning channel preferences that contribute to reading achievement, English language educators can develop more targeted, learner-centred instructional...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2330

Pedagogical Expertise of English Teachers and its Relation to Students’ Linguistic Competence

Jade Chilly Rei Cosal, Mae Khaila Sabalo, Quinnie Joy Sustiguer & Genesis G. Genelza · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Teachers play a central role in shaping students’ language development, particularly in contexts where English is learned as a second or foreign language. This study examined the relationship between English teachers’ pedagogical expertise and students’ linguistic competence amon...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2329

Students’ Experiences in Impromptu Speaking: Evaluating Emotional Responses, Challenges Encountered, Coping Strategies, Confidence Development, and Preferred Speech Delivery Methods

Jellow S. Painagan · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Background: Impromptu speaking activities help develop students’ communication skills and confidence, yet many college students experience speaking anxiety and nervousness when required to speak spontaneously in English. Aims: This study aimed to explore students' experiences wit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2327

Writing-related Activities, Ability to Perform, and Contextual Influences as Determinants of Student Writing Self-efficacy

Niño B. Dela Salde · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Across educational contexts, many students perceive writing as challenging and consequently exhibit low writing self-efficacy, which negatively affects their engagement in writing tasks. This study aimed to determine the predictive influence of writing-related activities, ability...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2328

Negotiating Languages and Identities: India’s Plurilingualism in a Sociolinguistic Perspective

J. JOHN SEKAR · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

India is a highly plurilingual society where diverse languages coexist and are flexibly used across social, cultural, educational, and communicative domains, making sociolinguistic analysis essential for understanding language use, identity, and social integration.This research e...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2326

Learning Engagement and Satisfaction in Online English Classes among BSEd-English Students

Jay D. Ontal · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Background: Poor student satisfaction in online English classes reflects challenges in engagement, interaction, and instructional quality, impacting overall learning outcomes in higher education. Aim: This study aimed to examine the relationship between learning engagement and sa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2325

Code-switching in Philippine English Classrooms: A Systematic Review of Pedagogical Functions and Outcomes (2005–2026)

Marguerite Alofa P. O’Brien-Melford · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

This systematic review synthesizes empirical studies on code-switching in Philippine English classrooms published between 2005 and 2026, focusing on its pedagogical functions and learning outcomes. Guided by the PRISMA 2020 framework, studies were identified through searches of m...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2324

Disability Representation in Violet Evergarden (2018): Moving beyond Narrative Prosthesis and Literary Tropes

Arannya Bag · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Background: Violet Evergarden presents a nuanced portrayal of disability through its protagonist’s prosthetic arms, challenging the traditional concept of Narrative Prosthesis where disability serves merely as a plot device. Instead, the series foregrounds emotional recovery, ide...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2323

The Influence of English Language Skills Self-efficacy and Achievement Motivation on the Academic Performance of First-Year College Students

Jerica P. Labador · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Background: Low academic performance may lead to repeated course failures, lower overall GPA, decreased engagement in classroom activities, diminished confidence in learning abilities, higher likelihood of academic probation or dropout, restricted eligibility for scholarships or...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2322

Cultural Competence of English Teachers and Their Perceptions towards Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education

Ligaya B. Sia & Ana Helena R. Lovitos · Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies · 2026

Aims: This study determined which domain(s) of cultural competence among English teachers influence their perceptions of Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE). Study Design: A quantitative, non-experimental correlational design was employed. Place and Duration of S...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajl2c/2026/v9i2320