The European Journal of Applied Linguistics and TEFL: Volume 5 Number 1 (EJALTEFL)

The European Journal of Applied Linguistics and TEFL is a refereed academic publication which aims to disseminate information, knowledge and expertise in the broad area of applied linguistics. Strong preference is given to contributions relating to second language acquisition, foreign language pedagogy, teacher training and classroom innovation. This issue includes ten articles presenting the latest research and scholarship from Singapore, Lebanon, the United Kingdom, Taiwan, South Korea, Iran and Greece and covers important topics in the field, including:

• pre-service teachers’ reflective practices in micro-teaching
• English language teaching in the periphery
• instruction of metacognitive listening strategies through audio and video texts
• supporting teachers in the EAL classrooms
• EFL blogging experiences
• EFL learners’ attitudes towards Anglophone culture and global identity
• negotiation of identity in argumentative writing
• combining screencast and written feedback

This provides a valuable source of reference for applied linguists, teacher trainers, materials developers and practitioners in the field of EFL/ESL. It offers readers a deeper insight into current issues and practices, thereby broadening their knowledge and promoting professional development.