System

System is a leading international peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the application of educational technology and applied linguistics to the teaching and learning of foreign and second languages. Published by Elsevier, the journal covers a broad scope encompassing all aspects of language education, with a particular emphasis on the role of technology in language acquisition, curriculum design, assessment, and teacher development. Main topics include computer-assisted language learning (CALL), language testing and evaluation, learner autonomy, bilingualism, and instructional methodologies for diverse learning contexts. The journal publishes a range of article types, including original research articles, critical review articles, and state-of-the-art surveys, all of which undergo rigorous double-blind peer review. Its target audience comprises academic researchers, language educators, curriculum developers, and graduate students in applied linguistics, TESOL, and educational technology. While not an open access journal by default, System offers authors the option to publish their work open access through a gold or hybrid model, ensuring broad dissemination of significant findings. With an Impact Factor of 8.000 for 2026, System is ranked in the Q1 quartile, placing it among the top-tier journals in both linguistics and education categories. This exceptional standing reflects its high citation impact, editorial rigor, and influential role in shaping contemporary language teaching and learning research. System is widely recognized as an essential resource for cutting-edge scholarship in second language education.