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Meysam Muhammadpour; Abdorreza Tahriri; Seyyed Ayatollah Razmjoo; Jaleh Hassaskhah
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The present mixed methods study investigated the effect of a hybrid cognitive-metacognitive intervention on the EFL listening comprehension of Iranian intermediate EFL learners. To this end, 122 Iranian EFL learners from four intact classes received the Nelson tests, according to which 83 Iranian intermediate ...
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The present mixed methods study investigated the effect of a hybrid cognitive-metacognitive intervention on the EFL listening comprehension of Iranian intermediate EFL learners. To this end, 122 Iranian EFL learners from four intact classes received the Nelson tests, according to which 83 Iranian intermediate EFL learners were distributed across three experimental groups and a control group. The experimental groups underwent listening strategy instruction through WM only, MI only, and both WM and MI, while the control group received the conventional listening instruction. Results revealed that the hybrid intervention significantly boosted the EFL listening comprehension of Iranian intermediate EFL learners. In addition, results of the semi-structured interview suggested that the MI only intervention was particularly effective with respect to reinforcing the EFL listening comprehension while the WM only training was particularly effective in terms of easing down the foreign language listening anxiety. Implications and directions for future research are also provided.
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Fatemeh Parham; Parviz Rassouli; Ali Arjmandi Nahand; Fatemeh Javadi
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The present study is a scientometric analysis of research on translation history in Iran published between 1971 and 2021. To this end, 1212 relevant works were identified through databases and categorized into nine groups: works published in Iran (including monographs, book chapters, scientific journal ...
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The present study is a scientometric analysis of research on translation history in Iran published between 1971 and 2021. To this end, 1212 relevant works were identified through databases and categorized into nine groups: works published in Iran (including monographs, book chapters, scientific journal articles, general journal articles, newspaper articles, and theses/dissertations) and works published abroad (including monographs, book chapters, and scientific journal articles). Bibliographic information of these works was then collected and analyzed using VOSviewer software. The analysis focused on five key components: language, date of publication, place of publication, top scientific journals, and top academic institutions. The findings indicate that most research on history of translation in Iran was published in Persian and English, with a relatively increasing trend over the fifty-year period. Furthermore, the majority of these works were published in cities, journals, and academic institutions that have a direct connection to the field of translation studies.
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Annette ABKEH; Somaye FEILI; Leila SHOBEIRI; Morteza LAK
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AbstractThis article, relying on Foucault’s epistemological framework, analyzes the challenges of translating Blaise Pascal’s fragmentary writings and demonstrates that translating classical philosophical texts is not merely a linguistic process but requires the reconstruction of the epistemic ...
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AbstractThis article, relying on Foucault’s epistemological framework, analyzes the challenges of translating Blaise Pascal’s fragmentary writings and demonstrates that translating classical philosophical texts is not merely a linguistic process but requires the reconstruction of the epistemic frameworks governing the source text. Employing a qualitative interpretive method, three fragments from Pensées (numbers 218, 173, and 151) are examined in terms of vocabulary, readability, and conceptual transfer. The findings reveal that tensions between science and theology, critiques of superstition, and praise-centered educational systems create theoretical obstacles in translation. To address these challenges, strategies such as conceptual elaboration, reconstructing the ironic tone, and recontextualizing historical frameworks are proposed. This study positions the translator as an epistemic agent who must attain a conscientious and responsible translation by understanding epistemic ruptures.
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Farnaz Hakim Attar; Mohammad Iman Askari; Neda Fatehi Rad
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The current study explores the impact of code-switching on Iranian English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners, focusing on its influence on their willingness to communicate (WTC) and fluency in the second language (L2). Code-switching, the practice of alternating between languages in conversation, ...
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The current study explores the impact of code-switching on Iranian English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners, focusing on its influence on their willingness to communicate (WTC) and fluency in the second language (L2). Code-switching, the practice of alternating between languages in conversation, is examined as a potential facilitator or barrier to effective communication. The research selects a mixed-methods approach, mixing quantitative assessments of WTC and fluency and qualitative interviews to gain insights into learners’ experiences. The results showed that code-switching can enhance learners’ WTC and fluency. Also, the interview results showed that for L2 learners, besides using Persian unconsciously, the most frequent reason was to build confidence and comfort, and the least frequent one was to develop metacognitive skills.
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Iman Davoodi; Mohammad Amin Nasseh; Mohammad Reza Rezaeian Delouei
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In the translation of children’s literature, the translator keeps various considerations in mind and makes various adaptations and creations in order to find out what is suitable for the child in that work and how this translation will be presented based on social and cultural conditions of that ...
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In the translation of children’s literature, the translator keeps various considerations in mind and makes various adaptations and creations in order to find out what is suitable for the child in that work and how this translation will be presented based on social and cultural conditions of that society in order to simplify reading and understanding the content for children; so, translator pays attention to the concept of “recreation” based on translation considerations. In this research, it is intended that two of the stories from Superscope (48 Dastan) company will be analyzed and investigated according to methods which are used in its “transcreation” based on the content of the stories, conversations between the characters, their poems and musics. The results of the study represent some examples of “transcreation” and “cultural adaptation” concepts in the stories which generally leads to recreation of mentioned works or localization of them for children
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Mojtaba Khalifeh; Ali Najafzadeh; Saeed Ameri
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Despite their significance, translation studies scholars have given little scholarly attention to periodicals. This study aims to elucidate the status of translation, the language of translation, the content of translated texts, the backgrounds of the translators and societal reactions to translation ...
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Despite their significance, translation studies scholars have given little scholarly attention to periodicals. This study aims to elucidate the status of translation, the language of translation, the content of translated texts, the backgrounds of the translators and societal reactions to translation in the three magazines of Danesh, Al-Kamal, and Dabestan. Findings indicate that translation held significant importance in these magazines, aligning with their objectives. A considerable volume of their content comprised translated texts from French, Arabic and English. The content of these translations encompassed a diverse range of social, cultural and scientific issues, including biographies, novels, and discussions on scientific and religious topics. The translators of these journals were often journalists, merchants, and civil servants who engaged in translation of foreign publications and books informally. Translation within Mashhad had few issues, but translations conflicting with Islamic and Iranian culture faced opposition from clergymen.
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Vahid NEJAD MOHAMMAD; Ali Jabbari Khameneh
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Literature is filled with concepts and themes portraying social events and individual narratives. The effect caused by Trauma on individuals and societies is self-evident, and telling of the internal and identity-related transformations within the fabric of social realities. The article at hand examines ...
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Literature is filled with concepts and themes portraying social events and individual narratives. The effect caused by Trauma on individuals and societies is self-evident, and telling of the internal and identity-related transformations within the fabric of social realities. The article at hand examines the novel “Brother of Soul” by the contemporary French Author, David Diop, through the analytical lens of the contemporary philosopher, Slavoj Žižek. The main focus of this paper is the structure of trauma in the novel and its impact on the protagonist, Alpha Ndiaye, a Senegalese soldier in World War I. Using Žižek's key concepts, such as "the Real", "the Symbolic", and "Object petite a”, the text analyzes how the characters deal with the trauma of war and its impact on their identity and relationship with the "other" within social interactions. It also demonstrates how the trauma of war, as a "Real Event" disrupts the Symbolic Orde
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Farnaz Farrokh Alaee; Hassan Soleimani; Hossein Haghir; Alireza Aghayusefi; Manoochehr Jafarigohar
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To analyze the effect of the multisensory language-teaching method at the pre-school-level, the study employed beta-waves during vocabulary retention. Six EFL pre-schoolers were assigned to two groups: Non-multisensory and Multisensory. The comparison of the results of pre-and post-brain records denoted ...
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To analyze the effect of the multisensory language-teaching method at the pre-school-level, the study employed beta-waves during vocabulary retention. Six EFL pre-schoolers were assigned to two groups: Non-multisensory and Multisensory. The comparison of the results of pre-and post-brain records denoted no significant differences in beta frequency-ranges between the groups. A significant correlation was found between learners’ mean-score on the post-test and the increase in beta wave-frequencies on Fp1-Fp2-regions at post-records in the Multisensory-group; however, the case study analysis showed decreases in beta1 wave frequencies in the Non-multisensory-group. The topography-inspections demonstrated increases in high-beta-wave frequencies in the prefrontal-cortex in both groups and activity-localization on the para-hippocampal in the Multisensory post-records. Though the English meanscore were higher in the Multisensory group’s post-test, the statistical results of non-parametric tests revealed no significant difference between experimental and control groups. The study concluded the promising role of multisensory teaching to improve retention at the pre-school-level.
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Masood Khoshsaligheh; Azadeh Eriss; Zahra Heidari
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Translation quality is crucial for effective communication, and in subtitling its importance is heightened by the medium’s unique constraints. Within this context, amateur subtitling has emerged as a growing form of intercultural communication and an area of increasing academic interest. This study ...
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Translation quality is crucial for effective communication, and in subtitling its importance is heightened by the medium’s unique constraints. Within this context, amateur subtitling has emerged as a growing form of intercultural communication and an area of increasing academic interest. This study investigates amateur subtitling of foreign drama feature films localized to Persian-language audiences in Iran based on the FAR model proposed by Pedersen (2017a). The present research focuses on assessing the quality of amateur subtitles with the aim of uncovering the error patterns of audiovisual translation (AVT) by amateur subtitlers. According to the identified error patterns, semantic errors are the most significant factor from a translational perspective. While amateur subtitlers may manifest deficiencies and errors in semantic aspects, they also demonstrate notable competencies, particularly in their proficiency in subtitle software. Drawing on these results, the article argues for context-sensitive refinements to the FAR model.
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Neda Ghandhari; Majid Nemati
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This study examines the relationship between Directed Motivational Currents (DMCs) and English Language Classroom Anxiety (ELCA) in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. DMCs, defined by sustained, goal-driven motivation, are essential for long-term language ...
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This study examines the relationship between Directed Motivational Currents (DMCs) and English Language Classroom Anxiety (ELCA) in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. DMCs, defined by sustained, goal-driven motivation, are essential for long-term language learning, whereas ELCA, characterized by anxiety in classroom settings, can impede progress. Employing an explanatory mixed-methods approach, the study collected quantitative data from 140 participants and qualitative insights from 20 in-depth interviews with learners experiencing varying levels of DMCs. Findings revealed a significant negative correlation between DMCs and ELCA, with ESL learners reporting higher motivation and lower anxiety due to greater language exposure and integrative motivation. Qualitative findings emphasized the role of teacher support, learner goals, and contextual factors in shaping motivation and anxiety. These insights highlight the importance of goal-oriented learning environments that enhance motivation while reducing anxiety, offering practical implications for educators and curriculum designer
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Seyyed Mohammad Reza Adel; Gholamreza Zareian; Fatemeh Malek Abbasi
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The present qualitative study examined the perceptions of pre-service, in-service, and retired English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers regarding the concept of praxical hope within public school settings in Gorgan, Iran. The researchers interviewed 42 participants,, to explore the nuanced understandings ...
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The present qualitative study examined the perceptions of pre-service, in-service, and retired English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers regarding the concept of praxical hope within public school settings in Gorgan, Iran. The researchers interviewed 42 participants,, to explore the nuanced understandings and implications of praxical hope in EFL education. Using a constructivist grounded theory framework, the researchers utilized purposive sampling to confirm a diverse representation of experiences and viewpoints among participants. The study used MAXQDA 24 to analyze the data and identified 46 primary codes related to praxical hope in open coding. Consequently, the researchers organized these codes into 25 categories, resulting in a proposed model of praxical hope with four fundamental constructs: empowerment and agency, collaborative learning environments, critical reflection and social awareness, and innovative pedagogical practices. Findings of the study emphasize the significance of nurturing praxical hope to improve teaching efficacy and student outcomes in EFL contexts.
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ali mohammad fazilatfar; mohadeseh sedghi; ali akbar jabbari; mohammad javad rezai
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Although English plays significant roles in the international context, it has failed to occupy a proper position in the Iranian instructional framework leading to students' week performance. Therefore, this study attempted to explore the literature on the challenges of the current ELT curriculum in educational ...
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Although English plays significant roles in the international context, it has failed to occupy a proper position in the Iranian instructional framework leading to students' week performance. Therefore, this study attempted to explore the literature on the challenges of the current ELT curriculum in educational system in Iran. Moreover, the challenges were analyzed in connection with the principles of Multimodality, Multiple Intelligence, Social Identity, and Sociocultural Theories. The review and comparison process were based on (PRISMA_SCR). Then, a total of 49 articles were selected from well-established journals to map the related challenges and shortcomings. The results revealed that the challenges can be divided into eleven categories ranging from economic and political issues to ideological and cultural ideas. Nine challenges could be explained in relation to the mentioned frameworks. Therefore, it could be concluded that the inclusion of these theories in the process of curriculum development may help eliminating those challenges.
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Mohammad Hadi Mahmoodi; Narges Zareian
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Research suggests teachers’ professional vision influences motivation, while vision-reality discrepancies predict burnout. This study investigates the vision-burnout relationship among young learner EFL teachers, drawing on the L2 Motivational Self-System framework. The study examines this connection ...
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Research suggests teachers’ professional vision influences motivation, while vision-reality discrepancies predict burnout. This study investigates the vision-burnout relationship among young learner EFL teachers, drawing on the L2 Motivational Self-System framework. The study examines this connection and identifies implementation barriers. Using mixed-methods, the researchers collected data from 347 teachers via burnout and vision questionnaires, supplemented by focus group interviews with 40 novice YLE teachers. The quantitative analysis revealed vision significantly predicted depersonalization and reduced personal accomplishment. The qualitative findings highlighted contextual challenges in achieving ideal teaching environments. The results demonstrate that EFL teachers’ classroom vision is a dynamic, multifaceted construct influenced by contextual, institutional, and personal factors. The study advances understanding of teacher motivation by clarifying how professional vision interacts with workplace realities in young learner contexts. The findings emphasize the importance of addressing vision-reality gap in teacher development programs to support wellbeing and job satisfaction.
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Iraj Soleymanjahan; Sadaf Ebrahimian
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This study seeks to analyze normalization and its implications in Colson Whitehead’s novel The Nickel Boys through the lens of Michel Foucault’s theoretical framework. Thus, the researchers aim at employing Foucault’s theory of panopticon as the paradigm of the modern world to show ...
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This study seeks to analyze normalization and its implications in Colson Whitehead’s novel The Nickel Boys through the lens of Michel Foucault’s theoretical framework. Thus, the researchers aim at employing Foucault’s theory of panopticon as the paradigm of the modern world to show how American government, through dispersed educational, judicial, and disciplinary institutions across society, seeks to establish a homogeneous and conformist society in which individuals are thoroughly normalized. The findings of this research reveal that the American society depicted in the novel during the 1960s exemplifies the Foucauldian model of the modern world, where individuals are confined, controlled, and administered within various institutions, including reform schools, the judicial system, law, the police, and a matrix of other satellite institutions. Collectively, these institutions strive to produce docile, submissive, and obedient people who are devoid of individuality and whose identities rest on their being just like other people in society.
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Zahra Zohoorian; Kambiz Mazdaee; Majid Ghoshouni
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The present study was an attempt to compare the neural processes of two proficiency levels through employing a Stroop-like multi-word units task. The participants were selected based on purposive sampling through a test of language proficiency. Analysis of the data revealed no significant differences ...
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The present study was an attempt to compare the neural processes of two proficiency levels through employing a Stroop-like multi-word units task. The participants were selected based on purposive sampling through a test of language proficiency. Analysis of the data revealed no significant differences in the reaction times. There was a significant difference between two levels of proficiency and Plausible Target Distractor (PTD) condition in F3, F4, C3, C4, Fz, Fp1 and P3 channels and PDT in Fz, F8 and O2 channels and Implausible Target Distractor (ITD) in F8, Fz, C4 and T4 channels. A greater recruitment of the frontal lobes was observed as the participants needed to make judgments. . The findings provide insights for the understanding of processing mechanisms related to multi-word units such as collocations in the brain. They also reveal the different areas of the brain involved in terms of cognitive variances.
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Mahboubeh Khalili
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This study investigated the impact of integrating self-regulated learning strategies into AI-based translation training. Twenty-one undergraduate translation students were divided into control and experimental groups. While both groups used ChatGPT for doing translation tasks, only the experimental group ...
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This study investigated the impact of integrating self-regulated learning strategies into AI-based translation training. Twenty-one undergraduate translation students were divided into control and experimental groups. While both groups used ChatGPT for doing translation tasks, only the experimental group received instruction based on SRL principles. Targeted weekly feedback also played a critical role in guiding students’ learning processes. Translation performance was assessed through pre and posttests using Waddington’s model, and SRL development was measured using the MSLQ and weekly reflective journals. The results showed significant improvement in the experimental group's translation quality and self-regulatory behaviors. Thematic analysis of journals indicated a shift from dependence on AI to empowered decision-making. These findings suggest that SRL-based instruction, when paired with structured feedback, enhances not only students’ interaction with AI tools but also their autonomy, critical thinking and engagement. The study highlights the value of pedagogically grounded use of AI in translator education.
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