Ethical Considerations in Second Language Testing and Assessment: A Path Towards Fairness, Transparency, and Accountability
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Ethical Considerations in Second Language Testing and Assessment: A Path Towards Fairness, Transparency, and Accountability

Language testing and assessment, especially in the context of second language acquisition, are instrumental in shaping educational trajectories and societal integration (Lynch, 2001). These processes, however, are not merely technical or administrative tasks; they are deeply embedded with ethical considerations that directly influence their fairness, transparency, and accountability (Estaji, 2011)
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Empowering English Learners: The Unique Strengths of Non-Native English-Speaking Teachers
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Empowering English Learners: The Unique Strengths of Non-Native English-Speaking Teachers

The emergence of English as an international language has instigated a paradigm shift in the approach to English language teaching. This transformation raises questions regarding the most suitable candidates for instructing English, thus contesting the conventional assumption that native English-speaking teachers are the most adept. This essay concentrates on exploring
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Monocultural Pedagogy on EFL Learners: Language Marginalization and Colonial Legacy in the Chinese Education System
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Monocultural Pedagogy on EFL Learners: Language Marginalization and Colonial Legacy in the Chinese Education System

In an increasingly globalized world, linguistic competence plays a vital role in transcending national and cultural boundaries, fostering cross-cultural communication (Crystal, 2003). Proficiency in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) is particularly important for navigating this interconnected landscape. However, EFL teaching and learning environments often perpetuate colonial legacies, marginalizing and
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Exploring Second Language Acquisition through Chomsky's Universal Grammar: The Role of Innate Principles, Parameter Resetting, and Challenges in Adult Learning
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Exploring Second Language Acquisition through Chomsky's Universal Grammar: The Role of Innate Principles, Parameter Resetting, and Challenges in Adult Learning

Introduction This essay will examine the process of second language acquisition (SLA) within the context of Chomsky's Universal Grammar (UG) approach. UG posits that the human brain possesses an inherent set of grammatical principles governing the architecture of all natural languages (Chomsky & Lasnik, 2008; Jackendoff & Pinker,
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