RELC Journal

The RELC Journal (RELC J, ISSN 0033-6882) is a premier, peer-reviewed academic publication dedicated to the field of language education, with a particular focus on English language teaching and learning. Published by SAGE in association with the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Regional Language Centre, the journal serves as a vital international forum for the dissemination of high-quality research and scholarship. Its scope encompasses a broad spectrum of topics central to applied linguistics, including second language acquisition, curriculum and materials development, language assessment, teacher education, classroom pedagogy, and the role of technology in language instruction. The journal publishes a mix of rigorous empirical research articles, conceptual papers, and state-of-the-art review articles that synthesize current knowledge on key issues. It also features a distinctive section of “Innovations in Practice,” which offers concise, practitioner-oriented reports on novel teaching approaches and classroom-based interventions. The primary target audience includes academic researchers, teacher educators, graduate students, and practicing language teachers seeking evidence-based insights to inform their work. The RELC Journal is not an open access journal by default but offers an optional open access model for authors. With an impressive 2026 Impact Factor of 7.200, it is ranked in the prestigious Q1 quartile (JCR), placing it among the most influential and highly cited journals in the field of linguistics and education. This standing underscores its reputation as a leading outlet for impactful, globally relevant research that bridges theory and practice in language education.